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 ...

Many people often struggle with what exercises to prioritize at home for health. In Japan, which has entered a super-aged ...

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 ...

If they’re not already, it’s time to put calf raises on your to do list. They’re simple, but super important whether you’re an athlete or gym-goer. “Strong calf muscles create strong and stable ankles ...

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 ...

Fitness benefits of calf raise exercises: This exercise is perfect for desk workers, seniors, and anyone who sits for long periods. The vascular surgeon recommended doing it 3–4 times daily for best ...

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 ...