It’s easy to assume that, in order to become a better runner, all you need to do is to run more. The reality, though, is a little more nuanced. Yes, more miles usually translates to quicker times, but ...

If you want your calves to grow, you need to shock them constantly. Calves can be especially challenging. We've heard plenty of lifters complain they just don't have the right genetics to build big ...

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 ...

This is a classic calf stretch that you can do just about anywhere. Stand a little less than arm's distance from the wall. Step your left leg forward and your right leg back, keeping your feet ...

Sore calf muscles tend to crop up after hard runs, intense cardio sessions, or tough lower-body workouts, and are particularly annoying because of how long they can hang around. "It's hard to rest ...

Calves are one of the most ignored muscles in training, yet they’re responsible for almost every step, jump, and sprint you take. Whether you’re climbing stairs, carrying groceries, or pushing heavier ...

Stop overcomplicating your training and start focusing on the high-ROI lifts that guarantee muscle growth, aesthetic symmetry ...

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 ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. In these trying times, ...

Your legs, along with your calf muscles, play an essential role by bearing your body weight, maintaining balance while enabling movement, and helping you perform basic activities that include walking, ...