
Soleus Stretch I
by Dr. Christopher Notley
Muscles Stretched
1. Soleus
2. Deep foot flexors in the leg
Start Position
1. Hands against wall
2. Place one foot back
3. Back foot’s knee is bent
4. Toes facing straight ahead.
5. Feet flat on ground
Finish Position
1. Lunge body forward towards wall
Modifications
1. If you do not get a stretch trying placing the back foot further back
Common Errors
1. Back heel off the ground
2. Toes point out
Other Options
1. Calf Stretch I
2. Soleus Stretch II
© 2009 Dr. Christopher Notley