Intermediate · 5 min 30 sec
After Running
Ease into calf, quad, hamstring and hip stretches after your run.
Total session: 6:10 · Includes preparation and side changes.
Ready when you are
Leaning calf
Movement instructions
Face a wall with your hands resting on it. Step one foot back, keeping the leg straight and heel down. Bend your front knee and lean gently toward the wall. Return and change sides.
Use a sturdy wall for support and avoid forcing your heel downward.
Total (including preparation): 6:10 · 6:10 remaining
Up next: Leaning calf · Side 1 · 0:30
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Your sequence
Both sides are included. Follow the movement instructions; move at your own pace.
- Leaning calf · Both sides1:00
- Standing quad · Both sides1:00
- Lying hamstring · Both sides1:00
- Lying figure four · Both sides1:00
- Lunge · Both sides1:00
- Knees-to-Chest0:30
Five seconds to prepare, five seconds between movements, and two seconds to switch sides. All are included in the total. Pause whenever you need. Reset to edit settings. Nothing is saved after leaving. Keep this page open. Sound may stop when the screen locks; the timer catches up when you return.
330 seconds moving + 40 seconds for preparation and changes. Changing settings resets playback.
Based on the app routine: After Running.
Read the movement instructions before starting. Stop if a movement is painful; you can pause at any time.
Plan your space and time
6 timed steps use 6 different movements. Starting positions: Standing, Floor. Inspect the illustrated setup for each movement before starting.
Each row below is the exact stored exercise time. Additional preparation and position changes extend the session beyond that total; no extra transition time is hidden in this table.
| Step | Movement | Seconds |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Leaning calf | 60 |
| 2 | Standing quad | 60 |
| 3 | Lying hamstring | 60 |
| 4 | Lying figure four | 60 |
| 5 | Lunge | 60 |
| 6 | Knees-to-Chest | 30 |
Routine overview
What you’ll move through.
6 timed steps · 5 min 30 sec in total. Time shown is the sum of the listed steps; extra transition time is not included.
Move gently, breathe normally, and stay within a comfortable range. Stop if anything feels painful.
- 0160s
Leaning calf
Standing · Focus: calves, ankles.
- 02
60sStanding quad
Standing · Focus: thighs, hip flexors.
- 03
60sLying hamstring
Floor · Focus: hamstrings, calves.
- 04
60sLying figure four
Floor · Focus: hips, glutes.
- 05
60sLunge
Floor · Focus: hip flexors, thighs.
- 06
30sKnees-to-Chest
Floor · Focus: lower back, hips.
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Step by step
How to do the routine.
Step 1 · 60 seconds
Leaning calf
- Face a wall with your hands resting on it.
- Step one foot back, keeping the leg straight and heel down.
- Bend your front knee and lean gently toward the wall.
- Return and change sides.
Keep both feet pointing forward.
For less intensity, step closer to the wall and soften the stretch.
Step 2 · 60 seconds
Standing quad
- Stand beside a wall or sturdy chair for balance.
- Bend one knee and hold that ankle behind you.
- Gently bring your heel toward your hips.
- Release slowly and change sides.
Keep your knees close together and your torso upright.
For less intensity, use a strap around your ankle so you do not have to reach as far.
Step 3 · 60 seconds
Lying hamstring
- Lie on your back with both legs extended.
- Lift one leg and hold behind your thigh or calf.
- Gently draw the leg toward you, then repeat on the other side.
Keep a slight bend in the raised knee if needed.
For less intensity, bend the raised knee slightly and support the back of your thigh.
Step 4 · 60 seconds
Lying figure four
- Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat.
- Cross one ankle over the opposite thigh.
- Hold behind the supporting thigh and gently draw it toward you.
- Release and repeat on the other side.
Keep the crossed foot flexed and your head on the mat.
For less intensity, leave the supporting foot on the floor.
Step 5 · 60 seconds
Lunge
- Kneel and step one foot forward, with your knee above your ankle.
- Lift your torso and reach your arms overhead.
- Gently shift your hips forward, then release and change sides.
Use a cushion under your back knee and keep your chest lifted.
For less intensity, keep your hands on your hips and make the forward shift smaller. Cushion the kneeling knee.
Step 6 · 30 seconds
Knees-to-Chest
- Lie on your back with your knees bent.
- Bring both knees toward your chest and hold your shins.
- Keep your head resting on the mat and breathe slowly.
Use a gentle hug rather than pulling hard.
For less intensity, hold behind your thigh and bring the knee in only partway.
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