Tight, cramped calves keeping you down? It doesn't have to be that way. Here's exactly how to get the best calf stretch, according to a yogi. Your calves can be pretty hard to stretch, and that stinks ...

Every part of our body is connected to the rest of it. That’s why stiff necks can cause headaches, or stomach issues can cause esophagus discomfort. Another pairing is your ankles and calves. Your ...

Repetitive movements put a lot of stress on the iliotibial bands. Show them some love to avoid hip, knee, leg and back pain.

If you want to become a better runner, you simply need to run more, right? Well, not really – the reality is a little more nuanced than that. While clocking more miles does usually translate to ...

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 ...

Cool-down stretches lengthen your muscles, boosting your flexibility and reducing your risk of injury. I know this, yet I still end up skipping them at the end of my run or gym session. To change this ...

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, ...

Simple tools can help ease pain in your feet and calves and help prevent chronic inflammation. (Therabody, 321 Strong, PowerStep, The Original Massage Stick) Understanding these benefits is one thing ...

Runners see a lot of different stretching poses, but are often confused on the best stretches to keep them healthy and ready for optimal performance. This ten-stretch program for runners was developed ...

THE KEY TO building a strong, symmetrical physique comes down to focusing on body parts most people neglect. One spot typically overlooked (and improperly trained) than others: the calf muscles. If ...

"Shin splints" is an informal way to describe pain in the shins. Shin splints typically happen in athletes who have changed their exercise regimen, resulting in overexertion of the lower leg muscles.