“Strong reactive calves help you accelerate faster, cut sharper and jump higher,” says Fitness Trainer, Lauren Pak, in her ...

While bulging biceps and a Rock-like chest may turn heads in the gym, it's those thick slabs of calf muscle that will get the nodding head seal of approval from your fellow lifting counterparts. You ...

It's a widely held belief in bodybuilding that calves don't respond quickly to training, that somehow, unlike your biceps, shoulders and pretty much every other muscle in your body, putting them under ...

Leg day can’t all be about the quads and hamstrings. You use your calf muscles, whether you’re running, jumping, walking, ...

If they’re not already, it’s time to put calf raises on your to do list. They’re simple, but super important whether you’re an athlete or gym-goer. “Strong calf muscles create strong and stable ankles ...

When exercising the legs it is crucial to work the lower part of the legs. The calf is one of those muscles that is frequently overlooked. there are three exercises that are great for strengthening ...

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 ...

Before you dive into it, Al stresses the importance of varying intensity and volume in your workouts. If you’re having a heavy day, keep the reps low, and adjust accordingly. 1) Double ...