The first stretching action: flexion and extension. This exercise is the simplest and practical. We can practice anytime, anywhere. The point is, first of all, we need to keep our back straight and not hunch over, then one of our legs stretches backward and squats with our body until the calf and thigh form a 90-degree right angle, and then we need to lean back as much as possible and keep this action for about half a minute, which is very helpful for our stretching. This is a two-sided exercise, and each side needs to be done. The second stretching action: the downward dog posture of yoga. First, we need to support it horizontally with our palms and soles, then move our hips back and forth and press our backs down as much as possible until the soles of our feet completely touch the ground. We need to keep this action for about a minute, which may be a bit difficult for beginners, but if we often do this action, one minute is very easy for us. If we learn this movement, we will deeply feel the calf muscles stretching.
In addition, if you want to stovepipe, it depends on whether the calf muscles are tight or loose. If the muscles are tense, it will be more difficult. First, you should pat the strong calf muscles. Usually, you can sit on the ground, lift one foot at right angles, gently pat your calf with your fist or massage with your palm. Do each action for ten minutes. These actions must be sustained for a long time to be effective. You should also do more leg press at ordinary times, whose main function is to stretch your muscles.