From the same mind whose research propelled the notion that “sitting too much is not the same as exercising too little,” comes a groundbreaking discovery set to turn a sedentary lifestyle on its ear: ...

Most people have never heard of the soleus muscle, a small but mighty muscle present in the calf that makes up about 1% of our total body mass. Nicknamed "second heart", this often-overlooked muscle ...

If you ask a personal trainer about the best move for longevity, they almost always recommend squats. While these are great for strengthening muscles around your thighs and buttocks, they overlook ...

Background In our previous study, we reported the neuro-muscular function after the reconstruction of anterior cruciate ligament was changed compared with healthy subjects by electrophysiological ...

Giannis Antetokounmpo is now just over two weeks into his recovery from a right calf strain suffered on Dec. 3, and when he ...

I’m a 70-year-old radiologist and have been running most of my adult life. Last October I was two miles into a 10K race when I pulled over because of a “calf cramp.” My whole calf then really ...

Just how bad is a soleus strain? The diagnosis for Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo has knocked him out for the rest of the regular season, with "daily treatment and evaluation" presumably ...

Benefits of doing Soleus Push-ups: These simple exercises are beneficial for improving lower leg strength. They enhance stability and balance, thereby reducing the ...

For years, the body’s largest lean tissue—skeletal muscle—has been underestimated in its role in managing metabolic health. Despite its size, it contributes surprisingly little to blood sugar and fat ...

Nine-time All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo focuses on future while working to return from a strained soleus muscle in his right ...

Dr Manickam highlights the importance of proper form in calf raises to activate the soleus muscle effectively. He suggests gentle, controlled movements.