The strength of your calf muscles may help predict whether or not you will develop dementia, studies show. Strong calf muscles help maintain healthy blood pressure and ensure steady blood flow to the ...

If you’re one of those who give up on meeting their 10,000 steps because they can’t drag their weak legs to walk for that ...

I don't know about you, but I've always found it hard to grow my calves. A bit strange, as my upper legs have always been strong; why can't my lower legs grow? Despite the challenges, I've never given ...

If you want a leg up in the longevity stakes, start working on those calf muscles. Scientists say they can be a predictor of cardiovascular risk factors, nutritional status - and even mortality.

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 ...

How are elite runners able to run so fast—and so effortlessly? Learn how air time could be the key to helping you unlock huge ...

If you run, you need to care about your calves – the muscles that generate much of the force that powers your stride. Strong calves not only help you to run faster and more efficiently, but also ...

Strong calf muscles provide a stable foundation for your ankles and can help prevent ankle sprains, according to Jeffrey Beck, exercise specialist with the Intermountain Medical Center Heart Institute ...

Tone your calves after 55 with four simple moves that boost balance, support your joints, and work better than treadmill ...

The warm summer months inspire us to embrace our bodies by not covering them up. Our legs should be no different. While we recently spoke to you about developing your thighs over the summer months, ...

Five must-have strengthening exercises that boost longevity and muscle mass at any age, according to a personal trainer.

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 ...