GymPlan AIStanding Soleus And Achilles Stretch
Standing Soleus And Achilles Stretch is a beginner isolation bodyweight stretching that mainly works your calves.
💪 Calves🏋️ Bodyweight📈 Beginner🔗 Isolation🎯 2-3 holds of 20-30 seconds per side
How to do the standing soleus and achilles stretch
- Stand with your feet hip-distance apart, one foot slightly in front of the other.
- Bend both knees, keeping your back heel on the floor. Switch sides.
Muscles worked
Primary: Calves
Sets and reps
Hold each stretch for 20-30 seconds without bouncing, 2-3 times per side. Stretch after training or on rest days.
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What muscles does the standing soleus and achilles stretch work?
It mainly works your calves.
How many sets and reps of standing soleus and achilles stretch should I do?
Hold each stretch for 20-30 seconds without bouncing, 2-3 times per side. Stretch after training or on rest days.
Is the standing soleus and achilles stretch good for beginners?
Yes. It is a beginner-friendly movement: start light and focus on the form steps above.