Lower Body: Lunge Stretch

Muscles Used: Gastrocnemius (Upper Calf), Soleus (Lower Calf)

Equipment Needed: None

Instructions:

1. Stand up straight.
2. Place feet hip distance apart.
3. Make sure toes are pointing forward.
4. With your right foot, take a large step backwards creating a lunge position.
5. Your entire body should be in proper alignment with your ears, shoulders, and hips forming a straight line (see photo).
6. Feel the stretch in your right upper calf and lower calf.
7. Inhale (breathe in) through your nose, and exhale (breathe out) through your mouth, as you complete this stretch.
8. Hold this stretch for 30 seconds.
9. Repeat steps 4-8 on the opposite side, to stretch the left upper calf and lower calf.

Remember:

• Remember to stay properly aligned.
• Continue to breathe.

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