Calves exercises

15 exercises that work the calves as the main muscle, each with photos and step-by-step form. Build them into a routine and MyoStats tracks every set.

• Other equipment (2)
• Barbell (3)
• Machine (6)
• Dumbbell (3)
• Resistance band (1)

Where to start

Compound moves that train the calves along with other muscles: the best value for your time.

• Balance BoardOther equipment · Beginner

Calves stretches

• Ankle CirclesBodyweight · Beginner
• Anterior Tibialis-SMROther equipment · Intermediate
• Calf Stretch Elbows Against WallBodyweight · Beginner
• Calf Stretch Hands Against WallBodyweight · Beginner
• Calves-SMRFoam roller · Intermediate
• Foot-SMROther equipment · Intermediate
• Knee CirclesBodyweight · Beginner
• Peroneals StretchOther equipment · Intermediate
• Peroneals-SMRFoam roller · Intermediate
• Posterior Tibialis StretchOther equipment · Intermediate
• Seated Calf StretchBodyweight · Beginner
• Standing Gastrocnemius Calf StretchBodyweight · Beginner
• Standing Soleus And Achilles StretchBodyweight · Beginner

Other muscle groups

• Chest
• Shoulders
• Triceps
• Biceps
• Forearms
• Lats
• Upper back
• Lower back
• Abs
• Quads
• Hamstrings
• Glutes