Soleus Stretch
The soleus sits underneath the larger gastrocnemius. Bending the knee takes Gastroc out of the stretch.
Teaching Points
- Stand with one leg in front of the other close to a wall.
- Place your hands on the wall for balance.
- Bend both knees, focusing on the back knee.
- Move your weight forwards onto your toes but make sure you keep the heel down at the back.
- Hold for between 10 and 30 seconds.
Variations
- Advanced Soleus Stretch.
Muscles Stretched
- Soleus.
- Tibialis Posterior.
- Flexor Digitorum.
- Longus Flexor.
- Hallucis Longus.
Related Injuries
- Calf Strain.
- Achilles Tendinitis.
- Achilles Tear.
