There are three muscles in the calf complex and many ways you can injure them. A contusion can further complicate matters.

THE KEY TO building a strong, symmetrical physique comes down to focusing on body parts most people neglect. One spot typically overlooked (and improperly trained) than others: the calf muscles. If ...

When it comes to the muscles of the leg, the quads and hammies take most of the headlines while the calves are often overlooked. This is a mistake. For the bulbous bulges on the backs of our shins ...

When we think about the heart, we imagine the organ in our chest that keeps us alive. But did you know your legs, more specifically your calf muscles, have a heart-like function as well? Experts often ...

When most people think of heart health, they imagine cardio exercises, nutritious meals and regular doctor visits. Yet, few would suspect a link between their heart and calf muscles. Surprising as it ...

You'll be surprised how many people struggle to do calf raises with control. Can you? By “control,” I mean lifting into the calf raise for three to four seconds, pausing, then lowering for the same.