Exercise Comparison
Balance Board vs Seated Calf Stretch
Balance Board
beginner·Other·compound
Seated Calf Stretch
beginner·None
Side-by-Side
Balance Board
VS
Seated Calf Stretch
beginner
Level
beginner
Other
Equipment
None
compound
Mechanic
N/A
N/A
Force
static
Strength
Category
Stretching
calves
Primary
calves
hamstringsquadriceps
Secondary
hamstringslower back
Muscle Analysis
Shared
calveshamstrings
Only in Balance Board
quadriceps
Only in Seated Calf Stretch
lower back
Instructions
Balance Board
1
Place a balance board in front of you.
2
Stand up on it and try to balance yourself.
3
Hold the balance for as long as desired.
Seated Calf Stretch
1
Sit up straight on an exercise mat.
2
Bend one knee and put that foot on the floor to stabilize the torso.
3
Straighten your other leg and flex your ankle.
4
Using a band, towel, or your hand if you can reach, pull the toes toward you. Hold for 10 to 20 seconds, then switch sides.
Verdict
Both exercises target the calves. Balance Board is a beginner exercise using other, while Seated Calf Stretch is beginner and uses none. Choose Balance Board if you have access to other, or Seated Calf Stretch if you prefer none.