Exercise Comparison
Ankle Circles vs Standing Soleus And Achilles Stretch
Ankle Circles
beginner·None·isolation
Standing Soleus And Achilles Stretch
beginner·None·isolation
Side-by-Side
Ankle Circles
VS
Standing Soleus And Achilles Stretch
beginner
Level
beginner
None
Equipment
None
isolation
Mechanic
isolation
pull
Force
static
Stretching
Category
Stretching
calves
Primary
calves
None
Secondary
None
Muscle Analysis
Shared
calves
Instructions
Ankle Circles
1
Use a sturdy object like a squat rack to hold yourself.
2
Lift the right leg in the air (just around 2 inches from the floor) and perform a circular motion with the big toe. Pretend that you are drawing a big circle with it. Tip: One circle equals 1 repetition. Breathe normally as you perform the movement.
3
When you are done with the right foot, then repeat with the left leg.
Standing Soleus And Achilles Stretch
1
Stand with your feet hip-distance apart, one foot slightly in front of the other.
2
Bend both knees, keeping your back heel on the floor. Switch sides.
Verdict
Both exercises target the calves. Ankle Circles is a beginner exercise using none, while Standing Soleus And Achilles Stretch is beginner and uses none.