Calf Muscle Flexibility Check

Objective: Determine flexibility of calf muscles.

Description: Through a simple "squat" position check we can get a basic assessment of the length of the calf muscles. You will need loose fitting clothing.

• Step One: Stand with both feet facing forward, shoulder width apart.
• Step Two: Place your arms out in front of you with the elbows locked. This will help keep you from falling backward.

• Step Three: Slowly try to sit down toward your heels. Your heels must stay flat on the ground. If your heels come of the ground the test is invalid.

• Step Four: If heel cord length is adequate, you should be able to approximate your buttocks and your heels. If this test is difficult for you, you should start a flexibility program (observe how D'On - above - can get all the way down, but James - below - can only get down about 1/3 of the way. Who do you think needs to stretch their calf muscles?!?).

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Warning: Therapeutic exercises should not significantly increase pain during the exercise. Increased pain or symptoms could be a sign of a more serious condition and you should consult your health care professional for guidance.