Posterior tibialis stretch

Posterior tibialis stretch

A stretch targeting the calves using a rope to assist in flexing the foot and lengthening the posterior tibialis and calf muscles.

A stretch targeting the calves using a rope to assist in flexing the foot and lengthening the posterior tibialis and calf muscles.

A stretch targeting the calves using a rope to assist in flexing the foot and lengthening the posterior tibialis and calf muscles.

How to Do the Posterior tibialis stretch

How to Do the Posterior tibialis stretch

How to Do the Posterior tibialis stretch

Sit on the ground with your legs extended in front of you. Loop the rope around the ball of your foot and hold the ends of the rope with your hands. Gently pull the rope towards you, flexing your foot and stretching your calf muscles. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds. Release the tension on the rope and relax your foot. Repeat the stretch on the other leg.

Difficulty

Beginner

Category

Stretching

Target Muscle

Calves

Calves

Secondary Muscles

hamstrings, quadriceps

Equipment

Rope

Body Part

Lower legs

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