10/24/2025
3 Best Exercises to Rebuild Achilles Strength
Once pain calms down, the real work begins — rebuilding the Achilles tendon’s load tolerance and restoring your running mechanics.
Here are the Top 3 Exercises I recommend for long-term strength and tendon health:
-Eccentric Heel Drops (Single-Leg):
Slowly lower your heel off a step — this targets the tendon’s ability to absorb load.
-Bent-Knee Calf Raises (Soleus Focus):
Strengthens the deep calf muscle that stabilizes the ankle during long runs and climbs.
-Isometric Calf Holds (Wall or Step):
Static tension promotes tendon healing and reduces pain in early rehab stages.
➡️ Perform 3–4x per week, 3 sets each. Progress slowly and stay consistent.
📍 At The Stretch Doc, we tailor your program for your specific stage of healing — from early recovery to return-to-run readiness.
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