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Standing Hamstring and Calf Stretch with Strap

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How to Do It

  1. Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Hold the strap with both hands and place it around the ball of your foot.
  3. Keep your leg straight and slowly lean forward from your hips, keeping your back straight.
  4. Feel the stretch in your hamstring and calf muscles.
  5. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds.
  6. Release the stretch and repeat with the other leg.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval60-90 sec

Body Part

Upper Legs

Equipment

Rope

Muscles Worked

PrimaryHamstrings
Secondary
Calves