Strengthening them is a must, and according to physical therapist Jimmy Pipe, who specializes in rehab and strength training ...

Sometimes we use this machine, leg press, for calf exercises. We like to standing calf raises, however sometimes the weight goes on the shoulder it’s too much for someone that has lower back injury.

To do a calf raise, bring yourself up onto your tiptoes and fully contract your calf muscle. Though it may vary based on your fitness experience, three sets of 15-20 reps is a good start.

If there’s a muscle that often gets overlooked during leg day, it’s the calf muscles and, if you do remember to train them, more often than not, it usually includes quickly smashing out a ...