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The Wall Candle

Passive stretch · Floor, at a wall · No equipment

Lower backHamstringsCalves & shins

What you should feel

Stretching at the back of your thighs and knees.

How to do the The Wall Candle

  1. Place butt on the floor and stretch legs against the wall.
  2. Point toes down.
  3. Keep neck and head on the floor.

Muscles and zones

Works the lower back, hamstrings, calves & shins. Sprung uses it in Daily and Recover routines.

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