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 ...

In most workout splits, one to two dedicated leg days per week is common, but it really all depends on your fitness level and goals. If you're just starting out, Earnest and Sariya agree that one ...

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 ...

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Calf strength and ankle mobility are crucial for all athletes but particularly runners. When your foot strikes the ground, the functional stability of the whole kinetic chain relies on a strong and ...

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Varicose veins are swollen or enlarged veins that run just under the skin's surface, usually on the legs and feet. They form when the valves on the veins become weak or damaged. This condition affects ...

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