Standing Calf Stretch

DIFFICULTY

Easy

EQUIPMENT NEEDED

None

STARTING POSITION

Standing

PROCEDURE

1. Find a wall or step to place the ball of your foot against.
2. Place the ball of your foot against the wall or elevated step
3. Lock the knee and feel a slight stretch in the calf.
4. Hold for 5 seconds and then relax the achilles tendon for 5 seconds.
5. Repeat for the suggested number of repetitions.

COACHING KEYS

• Make sure to prop the ball of your foot up high enough to feel the stretch.

YOU SHOULD FEEL IT

In your calf

SKI PURPOSE

Improves ankle mobility and helps prevent injury.