Large muscles like the hamstrings and glutes tend to get all the glory on leg day, but don't sleep on a very important group of muscles: the calves. The largest and most visible part of the calf is ...

If you want your calves to grow, you need to shock them constantly. Calves can be especially challenging. We've heard plenty of lifters complain they just don't have the right genetics to build big ...

Calf and foot exercises can reduce strain on the plantar fascia, improve flexibility,. • Strengthening the arch and calf muscles can improve foot mechanics and lessen plantar fasciitis symptoms. • ...

Whether you’re clocking up kilometers on the pavement, trails or treadmill, your calf muscles will be taking a pounding. These hard-working muscles absorb force and propel you forward, but they don’t ...

The warm summer months inspire us to embrace our bodies by not covering them up. Our legs should be no different. While we recently spoke to you about developing your thighs over the summer months, ...

Calf (heel) raises are designed to help strengthen the soleus and gastrocnemius, located along the back of the lower leg. The gastrocnemius is larger and more visible, the soleus lies underneath. At ...

Twenty-ones are an intense training method aimed at forcing the maximum amount of blood into the muscle; this gives you a better "pump," so you should be cautious delving into them. This technique can ...

Even if you aren’t training for anything in particular, it never hurts to give your calves a little extra love. The calf muscles, located on the back of the lower leg, are actually made up of three ...

Simple calf exercises after lunch can help regulate blood sugar levels and support better insulin sensitivity. These easy movements also improve circulation and promote overall metabolic health.

Strong calf muscles provide a stable foundation for your ankles and can help prevent ankle sprains, according to Jeffrey Beck, exercise specialist with the Intermountain Medical Center Heart Institute ...

For lower-body workouts from Stephanie Mansour routines — plus fitness challenges, walking podcasts, meal plans and inspiration — download the Start TODAY app! Large muscles like the hamstrings and ...