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Stretch: Achilles Tendon & Calves (Seated, Leg Crossed)

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Sitting with one leg extended and the other crossed onto the opposing knee, lean forward and pull on the foot of the extended leg.

Detail

Target area: Achilles tendon & calves. (Diagram 27)

Steps:

  1. Sit upright on the floor with both legs straight.
  2. Cross one leg and rest it on the opposing knee.
  3. Exhale, lean forward, and grasp hold of your foot or use a folded towel.
  4. Exhale, keep your extended leg straight, and pull on your foot.
  5. Hold the stretch and relax.

Key facts

  • Position: seated upright, one leg extended, the other crossed onto the opposing knee.
  • Action: lean forward, grasp the foot (or use a folded towel); keep the extended leg straight; pull on the foot.
  • Static stretch: hold and relax.

Connections

  • static-stretching — technique used.
  • gastrocnemius, soleus — calf muscles stretched.
  • stretch-achilles-calves-seated, stretch-achilles-calves-wall-bent, stretch-achilles-calves-wall-straight — other Achilles/calf variants.
SourceReference manual
p.444
Pages: 444.
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Educational content only — not medical advice. Always consult a qualified professional for individualized guidance, especially around injury, pregnancy, or medical conditions.

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