In the last video, (Regain Flexibility and Strength With a Pain-Free Squat), we looked at how a full squat can help you maintain and regain strength and flexibility in your hips, knees, and ankles.

But when it comes to actually doing a full squat, most of us are not getting the maximum benefit from this movement because of a common problem we share. 

It’s a hidden culprit you might never guess:

Shortened calf muscles!

If you sit a lot or wear shoes with an elevated heel (even most sneakers have a slightly elevated heel!), you probably have shortened calf muscles.

In today’s video, I’ll show you a modification that removes short calf muscles from the equation so your knees and hips can still reap the strength and flexibility rewards from this movement.

After you check it out, I’d love to know how it goes! You can reply to this email or leave a comment below to tell me.

With my heels on the ground,

Sydney

P.S. Calf stretches are one of the daily non-negotiable exercises I recommend inside the Pilates Tonic Online membership.

It’s an exercise you truly can’t do too much of!

Here’s one calf stretch variation you can try right now:

Do You Really Need to Do This Stretch 50 Times a Day?

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