Alces alces. The moose is Minnesota's largest wild animal, and Minnesota is one of the few states that have moose. The largest member of the deer family, averaging 950 to 1,000 pounds and sometimes exceeding 1,200 pounds. Its antlers sometimes measure five feet across and weigh up to 40 pounds. Moose have rather poor eyesight, but acute senses of smell and hearing.
Gently stretch as far as you can, hold the stretch for 30 seconds, and then ease back. Studies show that holding a stretch for 30 seconds produces the same result as holding it for 60 seconds. You will feel a gentle stretch but should not have pain or discomfort.
To stretch your calf muscle, you'll need to move forward into the stretch from your hips. Shift your pelvis gently forward, toward the wall, and slightly down, until you feel a stretch in the calf muscle of the rear leg. You'll need to hold the stretch for at least 15 seconds to see any benefits.