Our calves muscles can get tight doing a variety of simple and strenuous activities including just walking. Intermountain Health yoga instructor Dawn Young says stretching your calves before or after ...

Calf stretches also help improve shin muscle flexibility by targeting the calf muscles that connect to the shins. Stand ...

Limited ankle dorsiflexion can lead to injury, but you can assess and improve ankle dorsiflexion mobility at home with easy ...

Calf raises are a simple yet effective exercise to strengthen the calf muscles, which support the heels. Stand with your ...

As a personal trainer, I recommend adding calf raises into your routine to build a stronger lower body and prevent falls and ...

THE ACHILLES TENDON is essential for walking, running, and jumping, but tension or tightness can make your movement a major drag. "If you're experiencing pain in the Achilles tendon area that's above ...

A powerful muscle in the lower body quietly supports the heart’s work every single day. Experts say it plays a far greater ...

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Which calf stretch devices are best? Your calf muscles need to be loose enough for your ankles to perform a full range of motion, and taking care of your calves should be a top priority if you are an ...

Our lower legs are important to our everyday movement and as people get ready to hit the slopes this winter it’s important to both stretch and keep them strong for outdoor activities. Intermountain ...