Tight calves and shin splints are common issues runners face. But they shouldn’t be the only areas you pay attention to in ...

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 ...

Stand on one leg with the other foot hovering slightly above the ground. Perform a calf raise by lifting onto your toes of ...

Though they power most upright movements, the calf muscles are often overlooked in stretching routines. But tight or stiff ...

For years, the body’s largest lean tissue—skeletal muscle—has been underestimated in its role in managing metabolic health.

Bend the front leg while keeping the back leg straight until a stretch is felt in the calf muscle. Hold this position for 5 to 10 seconds, then release. Repeat five times on each side Stand facing ...

When people hop at high speeds, key muscle fibers in the calf shorten rather than lengthen as forces increase, which they call "negative stiffness." This counterintuitive process helps the leg ...

When it comes to leg workouts, consistency is key. Your quads, hamstrings and glutes are made up of multiple muscles, which are responsible for multiple lower-body functions, so it’s important ...

But now, new research is revealing that one small muscle buried deep in the calf might hold an outsized key to better health. And all it takes is a simple movement while sitting. Marc Hamilton ...