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Soleus Stretch (Flexibility)

  1. Stand facing a wall from about 2 to 3 feet away. Take 1 step toward the wall with your right foot.

  2. Place both palms on the wall. Slightly bend both knees and lean forward. Keep both heels on the floor.

  3. Hold for 30 to 60 seconds. Then relax both legs. Repeat the exercise 2 times.

  4. Switch legs and repeat.

  5. Repeat this exercise 3 times a day, or as instructed.

Woman leaning hands on wall doing calf stretch.

 

Tip: Don’t bounce while you’re stretching.

Online Medical Reviewer: Raymond Turley Jr PA-C
Online Medical Reviewer: Stacey Wojcik MBA BSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer: Thomas N Joseph MD
Date Last Reviewed: 12/1/2022
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