As a bodybuilder i know how important it is to train every muscle
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4 weeks ago
justin_libo
As a bodybuilder I know how important it is to train every muscle group properly and calves are often neglected but they deserve just as much attention as the rest of the body Here s how I train my calves to make them stronger and bigger Calf Raises This is one of my favorite calf exercises I do this both with a machine and with free weights The key is to perform the movement slowly so I can feel the full tension in my calf muscles I focus on a full range of motion from fully stretched to all the way up Seated Calf Raises This exercise is great for targeting the soleus the muscle beneath your calf muscle Since you re seated it shifts the focus more onto the lower part of the calf I use either a machine or dumbbells for this depending on availability Donkey Calf Raises This exercise is fantastic for fully isolating the calf muscles I lean slightly over the edge of a bench and lift my body up with my calves which helps to fully activate the muscle This is a real killer for complete calf muscle development Variation in Sets and Reps I regularly change my sets and repetitions to make sure I m building both strength and muscle mass I usually do 4-5 sets of 12-20 reps depending on my goal for that day Stretching After each workout I make sure to stretch my calves properly This helps with recovery and also prevents injuries Good technique and patience are key to developing strong well-defined calves Consistency is the most important factor so keep training and be patient Keep working hard and I hope you all achieve great results too