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 is ...

If you aren’t showing your calves some major love during your weekly workouts, it’s time to re-evaluate. I understand if your lower body go-to’s include torching your quads, hamstrings, and glutes, ...

For lower-body workouts from Stephanie Mansour routines — plus fitness challenges, walking podcasts, meal plans and inspiration — download the Start TODAY app! Large muscles like the hamstrings and ...

If you're physically active, there's a chance you've gotten a sports- or exercise-related injury like a calf strain. A strain happens when you injure a muscle or tendon — in this case, the calf or ...

The calf muscles, comprising the gastrocnemius and soleus, are often referred to as the body’s “second heart” because of their critical role in promoting blood circulation. Every time we walk, stand, ...

The calf muscles are often referred to as the "second heart" because they act as natural pumps returning venous blood from the legs to the heart, fighting the force of gravity. This process is ...

Q. I keep on getting calf strain. Whenever I get it, I don't run at all for two or three weeks. Last time, I had about six weeks off running, but it came back again almost immediately. I’ve got ...

For lower-body workouts from Stephanie Mansour routines — plus fitness challenges, walking podcasts, meal plans and inspiration — download the Start TODAY app! Large muscles like the hamstrings and ...