Exercise
Calves-SMR
Also known as: calves smr, calf foam roll, calves myofascial release, calf roll out
Calves-SMR is an exercise for the calves. Main target: medial gastrocnemius and lateral gastrocnemius. Also works: soleus. Equipment: foam roll.
Muscles worked
How to do it
- Begin seated on the floor. Place a foam roller underneath your lower leg. Your other leg can either be crossed over the opposite or be placed on the floor, supporting some of your weight. This will be your starting position.
- Place your hands to your side or just behind you, and press down to raise your hips off of the floor, placing much of your weight against your calf muscle. Roll from below the knee to above the ankle, pausing at points of tension for 10-30 seconds. Repeat for the other leg.
Similar exercises
Peroneals-SMR
Foam roll
Lateral gastrocnemius
Anterior Tibialis-SMR
Foam roll
Tibialis anterior
Alternatives with other equipment
Seated Calf Stretch
Bodyweight
Medial gastrocnemiusLateral gastrocnemius
Standing Calf Raises
Machine
Medial gastrocnemiusLateral gastrocnemius
Rope Jumping
Other
Medial gastrocnemiusLateral gastrocnemius
Standing Dumbbell Calf Raise
Dumbbell
Medial gastrocnemiusLateral gastrocnemius
Calf Raises - With Bands
Bands
Medial gastrocnemiusLateral gastrocnemius
Rocking Standing Calf Raise
Barbell
Medial gastrocnemiusLateral gastrocnemius
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