Do you get stiff calf muscles after a long walk? A physical therapist recommends trying this stretch as a cool-down

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If you walk a lot, particularly up and down hills, you may find your calf muscles feel stiff and sore the day after.

This is a common complaint for hikers and can be alleviated by warming up and cooling down properly with targeted stretches.