- Primary muscles
- Calves
- Secondary muscles
- Hamstrings, Lower back
- Equipment
- Not listed
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Category
- Stretching
- Force
- Static
Movement notes
- Sit up straight on an exercise mat.
- Bend one knee and put that foot on the floor to stabilize the torso.
- Straighten your other leg and flex your ankle.
- Using a band, towel, or your hand if you can reach, pull the toes toward you. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds, then switch sides.
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