Calves exercise · body weight
Calf Stretch with Hands Against Wall
The calf stretch with hands against wall is a bodyweight exercise that targets the calves, with the hamstrings assisting.
- Target muscle
- Calves
- Also works
- Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body part
- Lower legs
How to do the calf stretch with hands against wall
- Stand facing a wall with your feet hip-width apart.
- Place your hands against the wall at shoulder height.
- Step your right foot back, keeping your heel on the ground and your leg straight.
- Bend your left knee and lean forward, keeping your back leg straight and your heel on the ground.
- Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.
- Switch legs and repeat the stretch.
Sets and reps
Hold each stretch for 20–40 seconds, breathing slowly, and repeat 2–3 times per side. Stretch to mild tension, never pain.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the calves. The hamstrings work as secondary muscles. See all calf exercises or every bodyweight exercise.
