How to Do the Seated Calf Stretch

Beginner · Bodyweight · Targets Calves, Hamstrings, Lower Back

How to perform it

1. Sit up straight on an exercise mat.
2. Bend one knee and put that foot on the floor to stabilize the torso.
3. Straighten your other leg and flex your ankle.
4. 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.

Muscles worked

The Seated Calf Stretch primarily targets your Calves, with support from your Hamstrings, Lower Back. No equipment needed — train it anywhere.

Make it count toward your goal

Random sets rarely move the needle. In NYUS, the Seated Calf Stretch slots into a plan built for your goal — sets, reps and progression auto-suggested, logged in two taps, and folded into a weekly review that adapts what comes next.

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