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Calf Stretch (Immersed)

A calf flexibility exercise performed in water that targets the gastrocnemius and soleus muscles to improve range of motion and reduce muscle tension through hydrostatic pressure.

Exercise Overview

Category

Active Recovery

Exercise_Type

Flexibility

Difficulty_Level

Beginner

Technique

Stand in water with one leg extended back and the other leg forward. Lean forward to feel the stretch in your calf while keeping your back leg straight. Hold the stretch and breathe deeply.

Starting Position

Begin standing in water with one leg extended back and the other leg forward, ready to perform the calf stretch.

Finishing Position

Hold the forward lean position with leg extended, feeling the stretch in your calf muscles.

Form Cues

Keep back leg straight, lean forward gently, breathe deeply, don't force the stretch

Common Mistakes

Bending the back knee, forcing the stretch too deep, not breathing, losing balance

Progression Tips

Increase the forward lean, hold the stretch longer, or add gentle movement within the stretch.

Regression Tips

Reduce the forward lean, use water support, or perform a standing calf stretch.

Safety Notes

Stop if you experience sharp pain in the calf, ankle, or foot. This stretch should feel like a gentle opening, not sharp pain. Maintain proper balance in the water.