Self-massage rolling the calves on a foam roller while seated with hands behind for support.
Primary muscles
This information is general fitness guidance, not medical advice. Stop if you feel pain and consult a qualified professional.
Main muscles working (thicker lines)
Seated with the foam roller under both calves and hands on the floor behind you.
Lift your hips so your weight rests on your hands and the roller.
Roll slowly from just above the ankles to just below the knees.
Turn the feet in and out to cover the inner and outer calf.
Stack one leg on top of the other to increase pressure if desired.
Breathing: Breathe slowly and relax the calves as you roll.
Slow rolls
Relax the feet
Pause on tender spots
Rolling too fast
Rolling over the Achilles tendon or behind the knee
Tensing the legs
Avoid rolling directly on the Achilles tendon and behind the knee.