Not only do men need to exercise their calf muscles, but women also need to work out to develop calf muscles. This is because many women have thicker calves, and through specific exercises, they can develop slender, muscular calves, making their figures appear more slim. If necessary dietary measures are combined during the workout, muscular calves can be formed quickly. Let's take a look at the methods below.
The shape and function of the calves are closely related to the muscles on the back of the lower leg. Therefore, to change the shape of muscular calves and effectively improve their function, it is essential to target the calf muscles for appropriate exercise. This helps eliminate excess fat while reshaping the muscle lines of the legs, aiming to make the muscle shape narrow and elongated, which can visually make the calves appear much slimmer.
Tight calf muscles are usually not easy to slim down, so the first step before and after exercise is to loosen the firm calf muscles. The method is simple: sit on a flat surface, bend your feet naturally at a 90-degree angle, and use a hollow fist to tap the calf muscles. Alternate between legs, tapping from top to bottom on both sides and the back of the calves. This tapping action can also be done before bed, with no less than 200 taps each time. It effectively promotes circulation, helps relax tense calf muscles, and reduces swelling.
After bathing, apply a slimming lotion with fat-burning and firming effects to the legs. Sit on the bed or floor with your calf muscles relaxed, and use your thumbs, index fingers, and middle fingers to knead the calf muscle groups. Apply a bit of pressure, and it’s best to feel slightly warm or sore. Massage each leg for about 5 minutes.
It’s important to note that not all exercises are suitable for developing muscular calves. For example, sprinting and long-distance running are not suitable methods for this purpose, as these exercises only thicken the calves, making the calf muscles more masculine and thus making the legs look less attractive. Women should also avoid horse stance exercises for calf muscles, as this can lead to fat accumulation in the calves, making the legs thicker.
