Those little muscles at the back of your lower leg do a lot of heavy lifting, research has shown. A 2017 review found that ...

This smart, three-position calf stretch is becoming a favorite among trainers in the U.S. for improving ankle mobility, ...

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 ...

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 ...

Our calves don’t get nearly enough love, which is why a calf stretcher might be an exercise product worth considering to help boost your flexibility, reduce muscle pains, alleviate spasms like charley ...

Those stiff, painful spots can take up to two weeks to go away on their own. Sophie Walster/iStock via Getty Images Plus Imagine you’ve just completed a tough upper-body workout. Your muscles feel a ...

Every step taken, every stretch made, a hidden muscle in the legs is hard at work. It doesn’t just help with balance or movement; it supports one of the body’s most vital systems, circulation. Experts ...

Muscle knots are highly irritated muscle fibers that have tightened into a ball in one area of your muscle. These painful, tender spots can feel sore and often occur in your upper back, shoulders, or ...

Many things play a role in losing weight. Eating healthier, strength training, and stretching can improve your overall health. Losing weight in your calves can be trickier, as burning fat is a ...

f you’ve ever had a muscle knot, then you’re familiar with that uncomfortable muscle tightness that seems to just be begging for a good massage. But can you have a muscle knot and not know it? And are ...

Common causes of calf pain while walking include muscle cramps, bruises, or strains. You may be able to ease mild calf pain at home by resting, applying ice, and using OTC medications. Share on ...

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 ...