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Lunging Straight Leg Calf Stretch
4 steps Updated 29/08/2026
Lunging Straight Leg Calf Stretch is a bodyweight exercise targeting Calves (Gastrocnemius, Soleus) using Yoga Mat.
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How to perform it
- Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart and your arms at your sides.
- Step your right foot back into a lunge position, keeping your right leg straight and your heel on the floor. Bend your left knee slightly, keeping your left foot flat on the floor.
- Lean forward slightly, pressing your hips downward and feeling the stretch in your right calf. Hold this position for 15-30 seconds.
- Return to the starting position and switch legs, stepping your left foot back and repeating the stretch.
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Last updated: 29/08/2026
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