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 ...

If there’s a muscle that often gets overlooked during leg day, it’s the calf muscles and, if you do remember to train them, more often than not, it usually includes quickly smashing out a dozen calf ...

Calf raises boost lower leg strength and improve stability, benefiting athletes and those seeking injury prevention. They enhance ankle and foot mobility, crucial for everyday activities and sports ...

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 ...

Legs are one of the most important parts of the body when it comes to looking good. Massive calves and quads stand out, not ...

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 ...

With pull-ups, our upper backs, shoulders, arms, glutes and thighs all get a workout. They’re also among the best ways to ...

Rebuild leg muscle after 65 with 4 chair exercises that improve strength safely while supporting joints and balance.

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 ...