Calf Stretch Elbows Against Wall

A beginner stretching exercise for the calves, done with just your bodyweight.

Calf Stretch Elbows Against Wall: finishing position

Main muscles: Calves
Equipment: Bodyweight
Level: Beginner
Type: Isolation
Movement: Static

How to do the Calf Stretch Elbows Against Wall

Stand facing a wall from a couple feet away.
Lean against the wall, placing your weight on your forearms.
Attempt to keep your heels on the ground. Hold for 10-20 seconds. You may move further or closer the wall, making it more or less difficult, respectively.

Sets and reps

Mobility	2–3 holds of 20–40 seconds each side

Log every set in MyoStats and it works out your estimated one-rep max and suggests the next weight or rep target, so you keep progressing without guessing.

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Questions

What muscles does the Calf Stretch Elbows Against Wall work?

Mainly the calves.

Is the Calf Stretch Elbows Against Wall good for beginners?

Yes. It's rated a beginner exercise: start light and learn the movement before adding weight.

What can I do instead of the Calf Stretch Elbows Against Wall?

Good alternatives that train the calves: Ankle Circles, Calf Stretch Hands Against Wall, Standing Soleus And Achilles Stretch or Knee Circles.

How many sets and reps of the Calf Stretch Elbows Against Wall should I do?

Mobility: 2–3 holds of 20–40 seconds each side.

Exercise steps and photos: free-exercise-db (public domain).