Those little muscles at the back of your lower leg do a lot of heavy lifting, research has shown. A 2017 review found that ...

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 ...

Building stronger calves doesn’t require a gym membership—just dedication and proper technique. Incorporate these exercises ...

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, ...

Calves are one of the toughest muscles to grow, but six-time Mr. Olympia Chris Bumstead has the solution to training them correctly for real growth. "Calves are one of the most neglected and ...

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 ...

Tone your legs after 50 with 5 beginner-friendly daily moves, plus sets, reps, form tips, and easy variations.

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The rhythmic motion helps improve coordination while strengthening the lower legs. To perform this exercise, use a simple ...

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 ...