Stop wasting hours on the seated calf machine; evidence-backed research reveals that a simple postural shift is the ultimate ...

Chest, biceps, back, and legs often steal the spotlight, but calves are what finish a physique. Frequently neglected, they’re the detail that completes the overall look. Six-time Mr. Olympia Dorian ...

Calves have tantrums, too. Courtney Love will throw herself on the ground when she’s tired of training. Credit: CAROLE SOULE / For the Monitor Courtney, the calf, flopped down, legs stretched out, ...

A new study, currently pre-print, tested the effects of different training techniques on muscle hypertrophy, which is the increase in the size of muscle cells. Researchers specifically focused on the ...

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 you think about the muscles you work most on a run, the quads probably come to mind first. Not only do these muscles extend the knee for a strong push-off and flex the hip for a powerful forward ...

Want to stay sharp as you age? Start with your lower legs. Calf size is more than just a muscle metric—it may also reflect brain health. A 2025 study found that people with calves smaller than 31 ...