If you aren't showing your calves some love come leg day, you may want to think twice — these muscles bring more to the table than you probably realize. "The calf works seamlessly in conjunction with ...

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 ...

The first installment in Yahoo Health’s new original workout series will leave your legs and calves screaming — for more. (Photo by Will Mebane, graphic by Priscilla De Castro/Yahoo Health) The ...

Sitting at a desk all day is a fact of life for many modern workers. If you are sick of staying still as a statue while putting in hours at the office, this compact fitness machine was tailor-made for ...

(BPT) – Is strength training a regular part of your gym workout? If not, it’s time to add a few sets in to your fitness routine. Cardio is great, but it’s better when paired with strength training.

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 ...

Rep per rep, nothing beats free-weight, compound movements. Think: squats, deadlifts, bench presses, and rows. These weight room staples tap multiple muscle groups at once, hike up your heart rate, ...