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Core Knowledge
Movements
Contents
Calf Stretch - Straight Leg
Starting Position
- In a modified push-up position with your right foot over your left heel
- Your weight should be on the ball of your left foot.
Procedure
- Pull your left toes up toward your shin while you push your left heel down toward the ground with your right foot.
- Hold for a one count, and then raise your left heel.
- Repeated for prescribed number of repetitions
- Switch legs and repeat.
Coaching Keys
- Exhale as you lower your heel.
You Should Feel It
- Stretching the back of your lower leg
