For one, you can use the standing calf raise machine for machine shrugs. Barbell and dumbbell shrugs are the go-to for many guys, but they come with one major downside: grip strength.

You can do this exercise using a calf raise machine at the gym, but if your gym doesn’t have one, or you’re still working out at home, all you’ll need is a sturdy chair or exercise bench.

Single-Leg Standing Calf Raise: 2 to 3 sets, 8 to 10 reps Take these sets to 1 to 2 RIR and add an 8-second pause in a fully stretched dorsiflexed position where you’re actively eccentrically ...

5 Alternatives to Calf Raises That Will Get You Ready for Shorts ... we asked a few fitness professionals for something new to try next time there's a line for your gym's lone calf raise machine.

I looked online for a truly intense calf workout, and I came up with this one from musclemaster.com. Here it is, in a six-week program, assuming you train calves twice a week: Day 1: Warm up calves ...

Standing calf raises are a standard exercise to work your calves. It can be done on a standing calf press machine, with dumbbells or barbells or without weights as well. TheHealthSite.com ...

Never one to shy away from a challenge, I decided to add 100 calf raises a day to my routine for a week to see what happened. As a marathon runner, my schedule involves around five runs a week, as ...

Ok, we know what you're thinking 'this is a calf raise', yes it is, but it's far easier to integrate into your workout (especially home workouts) than standing calf raises, as no machines are ...