Calves, Hyperstrike Exercise Videos

Instep — calf

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Muscle Groups
  • Calves
Purposes
  • Ankle flexibility

Overview

The instep/calf stretches the Tibialis anterior muscle and tendon sheath. The Tibialis anterior is easily overworked by running and playing sports. The instep/calf stretch relaxes the anterior calf muscles and helps prevent overuse injuries.

Description

  • Facing a wall, put the ball of one foot up against the wall
  • Bend the knee and lean toward the wall, keeping the heel of the front foot down
  • Repeat with the opposite side.

Mistakes

  • Tilting the knee to one side
  • Lifting the heel