Do This EVERY Day for Bigger Calves! (ONE MOVE)

If you want to build bigger calves and feel like you have tried everything without success, you are going to want to watch this video before you avoid training your calf muscles for good. I’m going to show you in one move how to perform a common calf exercise a different way that could unlock all new results for you in just a matter of weeks.
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The first thing that is always helpful however is to explain the science of calf training so you can understand why you’re doing what you are going to do. The calf muscle attaches to the heel via the largest tendon in the body, the achilles tendon. This happens to be one of the strongest tendons in the body but yet, still the most frequently torn.
The reason for this is simply due to the extreme forces that this tendon modulates every single time we take a step. Of course, these forces are magnified in running vs. walking.
The properties of the achilles tendon are that they are resilient to the highly ballistic nature of the forces that it is subjected to in function. It quickly transfers force from dorsiflexion to plantar flexion to keep the force both a mobile adapter to the ground and a rigid lever capable propelling your entire bodyweight off of the ground.
It has been documented that the achilles tendon can handle up to 1,000 pounds of force through it, making it capable of carrying much more than your own bodyweight and able to perform many dynamic functions.
The main issue however is when it comes to calf muscle development and growth. Here it becomes obvious that the main advantage of the tendon becomes it’s own curse. Because the tendon is so good at handling the ground reaction forces that start below it through the feet, it doesn’t necessarily transmit those forces up to the muscle that it is attached to so well.
This means that the calf muscles (both the gastrocnemius and the soleus) do not experience the peak tension that they should from the forces generated below. Less force directed into the calf muscle itself means less contractile stimulus for growth. So this is an instance where the achilles is being functionally efficient making running easier, but preventing the muscular inefficiency that we need to seek when we’re trying to force a stubborn muscle to grow.
How do we fix this?
We need to find a way to make the standing dumbbell calf raise more inefficient. That’s right, we have to make it harder. The way to do this at the ankle is to nullify the ballistic component of the moves that the calves favor. This means, no more bouncing your way through each rep of a barbell or dumbbell standing calf raise. In fact, the elimination of all momentum is going to be the key to unlocking bigger calves that is going to be a pleasant surprise for many that have chalked up their bad genetics to why they can’t grow big calf muscles.
By the way, regarding genetics, it is true that your DNA may be responsible for a good portion of how your calves may look. This is due to the fact that this muscle group can be comprised in many more slow twitch fibers in some smaller calved individuals and fast twitch in some large calved individuals. The other thing is that the insertion point of the muscle matters, which again is something genetically determined. The lower your insertions are the more full the muscle belly of the gastroc and soleus are going to look while the higher the insertion the more thin.
Regardless however, changing the tempo of your calf raises can make a big difference.
Next time you do dumbbell calf raises, try this. First, lower down and hold the bottom position for 4 seconds in order to take all elastic rebound out of the exercise. From here, lift up high onto your toe and hold the top position for 4 seconds again. Keep performing these slow controlled reps until you can’t do anymore. Don’t worry about what the number is but rather make sure to make these reps count.
Perform 3 sets on each leg every day.
That’s right. Every single day.
The calves are a resilient muscle group, well accustomed to the ground reaction forces applied to them through standing, walking and running that we do every day and therefore can handle higher volumes. With the weights lowered a bit to account for the slower reps, you want to make sure you keep the frequency high to get the volume to the place that it is capable of producing gains in this stubborn muscles.
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[@athleanx]

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[@Paul__108__]

Do you address growing the soleus in a different video? Thanks.

[@masontyler2817]

Love your videos Jeff but i have a question on range of motion. I have seen/heard warnings about over extending the Achilles on calf raises and that it can actually lead to preliminary wear and tear on the tendon setting you up for potential injury. What are your thoughts on this??? Thanks!

[@andrew38617]

Dear Jeff, the problem is the fact that training Calves is soooooooo... boring! Boring for those who perform and for those who look as well. The real deal is spicing it up. At that point, people would perform with excitement.

[@carlboss8105]

Is this just for single leg?

[@budgetlifter]

calves the kind of muscle that just burn on a whole different level

[@barrymcokiner69]

Lol there is a reason it's the most skipped muscle 😅 mans just dont bother "ITS GENETICS BRO "

[@BLACKSTA361]

And then getting cramps while playing football, basketball or american football cause you trained it yesterday

[@filip5220]

@@BLACKSTA361 ye i have good ones because i just play basketball lol

[@dominicdaley5702]

Facts bro. Its not that I hate doing them. Its the pain of walking 2-3 days after 😫

[@jnb22019]

Facts! Mine were hurting the last 4 days with cramps here and there to remind me.

[@maggillaguerrilla830]

Not gonna lie Jeff has really helped Jesse get his physique waaaaay together.

[@Dilly9124]

Maybe so but Jesse put in the work for himself 👌🏾

[@youraveragepasser-by7367]

Don't you mean the other way around?

[@AndrewPovio]

@@Dilly9124 yep, that’s why he said Jeff only “helped”

[@Dilly9124]

@@AndrewPovio yep just making sure we don’t short change Jesse and his hard work

[@AndrewPovio]

@@Dilly9124 we’re not, you’re the one who brought it up….

[@davidmreyes77]

Jesse is starting to look jacked now. Give that man a gummy bear.

[@RedRumble14]

Guys, What if I have pain behind the knee for a moth but I becomes better ( maybe the issue was with tendons) how can I make them stronger for future? Any exercises?

[@ZapR21]

@@RedRumble14 1) visit medical specialist; 2) use tape; 3) use knee band; 4) use spotter

[@livinglife9375]

@@RedRumble14 You might also try the Knees Over Toes Guy, he probably has somthing that might help, and it will prevent you from future injuries.👍

[@travv88]

@@RedRumble14 Look up "kneesovertoesguy"

[@travv88]

@@livinglife9375 yea that

[@Samarth-o4q]

I have been someone with thin calves almost my entire life. This video has made my calves look better and feel stronger. Thank you Jeff for all your helpful videos!

[@ailatads]

Daily train your calves?

[@bradlerw01]

I’m 65 years old and have really stiff Achilles tendons but since I started doing the calf exercises like this they are so much better. Thank you!!!

[@yourstruly2337]

Jesse's socks are def killing his gains

[@kieren7763]

With those pants aswell he looks like a shady phys ed teacher 🤣

[@silvamorphisphaeble7863]

Captain America 👍🏼🤣

[@naturegood515]

those socks are killing any proper workout on a 1000 miles radius

[@joulesacton4857]

Lol 😂 yes I thought that 😊😎👍

[@Bailey-ib9js]

He wears them to make his calfs looks bigger lmao

[@SHUBHAMSINGH-jf9yd]

Everyone gangsta until you see Jeff holding a muscle marker in a glute workout video

[@opreapxr2899]

@Muscleman8562 and hows that an accomplishment?

[@JackHagar]

This comment is making me laugh uncontrollably right now

[@Abbottude]

Not happening weirdos 🤣

[@Edward-ho2bm]

@@Abbottude it will

[@Abbottude]

@@Edward-ho2bm nah.

[@amrgauhar8504]

“How to get bigger calves” Genetics : We dont do that here buddy

[@noodle4017]

Dont blame genetics for what u think u cant do

[@harambey]

I used to say that Here I am 3 years later still staying that I will die with big calves tho It’s my life goal

[@brockfg]

@@noodle4017 dont get all serious when its an obvious joke

[@paulheyman3486]

He isn’t the champ anymore

[@noodle4017]

@@brockfg Well I didnt know it intended to be a joke sorry

[@ifrantortosa]

“How to get bigger calves” Genetics: You’re not that guy trust me you’re not that guy.

[@alzheimersgaming6094]

Play football/soccer

[@t-kx.erryb0dy]

Absolutely 😅

[@Twax2226]

@@alzheimersgaming6094 it'll get stronger sure...but not bigger

[@leoMC4384]

@@Twax2226 True. 99% of people that say genetics have nothing to do with it and you're lazy it's because they already have big calves, so they don't know jack shit. And no offense to Jeff but that's almost all the KZbin fitness trainers. I destroyed my calves for an entire year with zero results: my calves have the exact same size but now they can pull like 3 times my weight. But I know people that never work out, they're fat and all but their calves are like 3 times the size of mines. And people with big calves keep saying genetics have nothing to do with it. Sure, and I'm Elvis Presley.

[@Twax2226]

@@leoMC4384 I feel you bruh..I feel you....my grandpa has pretty small calves so does my dad ..but those little calves are really strong and ripped....I gave up trying to make my claves bigger after trying for so long(working out,playing football,swimming)...all I can do now is to make them strong and make my thighs and butt a bit thick to compensate

[@arifmirza267]

Jesse is a living proof of natural gains and it really shows that results take time but will definitely make you feel great. And it really motivates people like me since i used to be skinny too and i admire his journey with Jeff. Will never get tired of this channel

[@amaranth3901]

Jeff showcasing the proper standing stance for 4 minutes.

[@jamescraig8546]

Underrated comment

[@radezzientertainment501]

yeah .. whats that lol!?

[@shinobi-no-bueno]

@@radezzientertainment501 staying in frame

[@nuclearpistachio]

he always does this. does he not know he can raise his tripod?

[@gembagus]

@@nuclearpistachio its not like he dont know how to raise his tripods, he try to show jesse demonstrating the workout so he have to aim it at Jesse's leg

[@bandman83]

Jeff: How do you feel? Jessie: Oh, it sucks!

[@TravisRuskus]

🤣🤣🤣

[@VISHNUSURESH2050]

3:06 onwards 😂

[@silvamorphisphaeble7863]

“Oh, it sucks? Good keep working at it…” 💯🏋️😎

[@diegomartinez5391]

I literally listened to the conversation at the same time I was reading this comment lol

[@lorcan8484]

" Good. " - Jocko

[@acephas3]

Yeah. This works. My calf genetics are so bad that I don’t usually enjoy wearing shorts. But, doing it slowly, and on one leg, has brought me to a place where I am confident; it doesn’t look like I’ve continuously skipped leg day.

[@acephas3]

@Lion Pro I’d love to…but I love near ocean plains.

[@blindnagareboshi13]

Here’s more you can add to what you’re doing kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6mxdJ2fjJdnfdU I have bad genetics too, the stuff shown in that vid has helped. I point my big toes as straight up as possible at the very bottom of a calf raise (seated/standing), then using the balls of my feet w/ big toes on the way up, going up as far as I can on my big toe like a ballerina. Helped my outer (and inner) calf grow/get defined and my shin too. Fuller appearance. Just tryna help out man, don’t mean to be that annoying dude who gives unwanted fitness advice

[@acephas3]

@@blindnagareboshi13 Its wanted and thanks, bro!!

[@jonw1235]

My left calf is pretty big, but my right is not. This is because I am not capable of the full range of motion in my right leg. My heel literally won’t bend like it should because my knee is so weak it can’t handle my body weight. My knees are fucked up-it’s genetic-and my right thigh looks like I’ve spent time in a concentration camp. Thankfully my left thigh is fine, otherwise I would basically be a cripple. I never wear shorts 😓

[@jonw1235]

@Ali Chaudhry I biked quite a bit when I was younger, which surely helped strengthen my legs to some extent. I’ve also done a fair bit of hiking. I’m active despite my problem. I can kind of squat and I even did deadlifts, but I don’t anymore. It’s not really a motion I should be doing when my right knee is too weak. I don’t want any back injuries-that would be especially bad for me.

[@ramondiaziii6489]

Jeff: “How’s this feel?” Jesse: “Oh this Sucks!” This was Hilarious 😆

[@WM-mu8ep]

Hilarious would be if Jesse ripped a fart in his face 🤣

[@scycosnake3964]

Should be “oh this socks”

[@gatoryak7332]

Yeah, i heard that but I didn't know that it was hilarious. Thanks for the heads-up. I'll start lol now.

[@ramondiaziii6489]

@@gatoryak7332 since I know you go chase bones. Here you go lol pup fetch 🍖 Put some meat on it. I know it’s your favv Reply again Lil boy Good Boy!!!!

[@VHS_GIS]

lol, SURE DOES! But EMBRACE THE SUCK!

[@tattoolovety]

I'll admit, I did this just on the ground, so I am missing half of the workout. But 3 reps, 3 sets, each side, I definitely feel a lot of tension back there. Thanks Jeff for all the amazing exercises!

[@Metalforlife007]

Hey jeff if by any chance you come across this comment I just want to say a Big Thank You for all the free info🙏

[@HighQualityLeftover]

If one was to do everything that Jeff tells us to do "every day" or "every workout" we'd be busy until the next day.

[@l5vdi]

if you don't have a problem with small calves you don't need to do them

[@shaynedawe6305]

Hahahaha every time I watch one of these videos I think shit I'm gonna have to quit something else so I can do this one every day to lol

[@bliblablubb0712]

Exactly. And at the same time he tells us not to workout longer than 60 minutes. How inconsistant. I love Jeff but something is not adding up here ;)

[@pakhtun7639]

@@bliblablubb0712 ever heard of different target muscles?

[@pakhtun7639]

@@bliblablubb0712 these are isolated exercises, you can do them anytime even while watching tv, its not the full workout

[@tjbay13]

Ive been doing these kinds of focused, methodical calf raises 3x a week for the past 4 or 5 months now. Ive eliminated momentum and the "bounce". Best calf gains Ive ever gotten. I rode a bike for years, hiked for years did all kinds of raises and plyo jump routines... none of it really grew my calves like this does.

[@SETheG]

really? do you reccomend doing these?

[@BabyBane1231]

Literally just did slow controlled calf raises. Then watched this and confirmed what I was feeling. I appreciate that. I'm definitely a calf-not I believe, so this was great. 👍

[@powhatenpancake]

I’ve been doing this for ages. It’s clutch! Slow, control, strong squeeze! Also pause on the way up and down. Smooth starts and finishes!

[@zachsingh1]

I feel this exercise more where my leg joint bends behind the knee! Am I doing something wrong

[@TusharMehmi]

I've been working on my calves daily and have seen a strength increase in my calves but I'm sure now I'm gonna see much more improvement in my calves with the changes Jeff has suggested. Thanks Jeff, you have helped me a lot in reaching my goals.

[@Muldoon111]

It's been a year. How did you go?

[@Blazen747]

Are you still working your calf muscles

[@littlereptilian7580]

Ok

[@bloodsports94]

YOU NEED TO REST YOUR MUSCLES FOR PROPER GROWTH

[@athleanx]

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[@money.stress]

Today is leg day

[@junior.69420]

Bruh

[@kirtisainiillustration1759]

Not even this time. Only 5 secs

[@iamborji1006]

Yo Jeff, I love you from Iran.

[@adj2006]

Face pulls > calves 💯

[@SuperAtheist]

Jeff promotes balance just like Thanos.

[@nathandavis1055]

Perfectly balanced, as all things should be.

[@AxxLAfriku]

GAGAGAGAGAGA!!! I want to cut my toe nails... NEVER! I am the feet KZbinr. Thanks for being a fan, dear su

[@pomich7060]

No sir, Thanos promotes balance just like Jeff

[@Canadian_Psycho]

Jeff is... Inevitable.

[@triggytiggy740]

... its funny cause Jesse is wearing Avenger socks

[@abokamel9266]

Keep the good job up Jeff..Following you from Egypt for more than 5 years now. Great coach💪👍

[@Bennies11007]

Jeff, not gonna lie man, every time I do one of your workouts, I walk away from the gym beat and sore the next day. If I stay I my own little routine, no soreness, so thank you for bringing the science into it and speaking to me the way my brain works brother. It’s literally how I make gains before anyone else in the gym seems to and THAT is something. Keep it real and PS I’d love to see more videos of you teaching dudes like that WWF dude, sucks I can’t think of his name, but those kinds of videos almost makes it easier for me to understand what you mean in certain variances and positions to make it ‘correct’. Every rep I perform I have your expertise in my head. Thank you.

[@seany32]

Jessie is proof natty lifters take a good couple years for good results , well done 💪💪

[@Σαμπάνης-σ2γ]

Damn Jessy has become a beast. I thought it was someone else before he shown his face.

[@silvamorphisphaeble7863]

Beastly Jesse❗️

[@seanipher]

I have been doing these kind of calf raises for years and they definitely do the trick (and burn)! I usually do 4x15 each leg, body weight, with no rest in between sets. Typically I finish my work outs with these.

[@FAITHRESTORED.]

Please tell me they build them? I'm getting trimmed down for summer and need to catch up from a year of lacking my legs

[@mats7973]

Been doing this exercise almost every day for 7 months now. My left calf went from 36.5cm to 37.3cm. My right calf went from 38.0cm to 38.5cm. Unfortunately barely any progress and I'm not sure what I'm doing wrong but I won't give up and I'll keep going!

[@SETheG]

Increase weight maybe?

[@mats7973]

@@SETheG I can only do around 10 reps on each leg for 3 sets, so I'm not sure if that's effective as I'll be able to do even less reps

[@SETheG]

@@mats7973 Jeff said once you can do 10 increase the weight, go for 5 kg weight and keep doing

[@kermitfrog593]

maybe overtraining?

[@mats7973]

@@SETheG I'm currently using 5kg weights to increase the intensity. I'm also doing them only 2-3 times a week to get more recovery time. The progress has been about the same, the left calf is currently at 38.1cm and the right calf is at 39.1cm

[@nextgk]

Struggling from plantar fasciitis since last 2 years. So been working on calf muscles, and very happy to see your video. Hopefully this help me make calves even more stronger.

[@suacyjorjor4477]

My friend does calves raises everytime he walks and his calves are pretty built

[@ShikiPlays420]

Tell him that's a way to get injured, I've seen people commenting that on "I walked on my toes for x time" videos

[@spydergs07]

@@ShikiPlays420 Doing calf raises and walking on your toes are different. When I'm cooling down on cardio for the last 2 miles I slow down to admit 2mph and so full calf raises every step and I have huge calves. Been doing that my whole life.

[@lorenzh770]

@@spydergs07 so you're cooling down for one hour?

[@spydergs07]

@@lorenzh770 I'll slow down and go slow or rest. I don't set exact times and stuff. I just do my calf raises slowly and rest when I want.

[@shayorshayorshayor]

@@lorenzh770 HAHAHHAHAHAHA. Good catch on the 🧢

[@whoissam03]

Has Jeff ever showed us how to train the tibialis anterior?? I’ve been watching Jeff for over 5 years and I don’t think he has. Either way it’s also important to train the front!

[@alecmarsden7638]

Good point, well made 👏

[@honey.nut.qu33rio]

He does mention strengthening the "anterior tib" in his "Fix Bad Posture" video with banded toe pulls! But I can't think of any other off the top of my head.

[@whoissam03]

@@honey.nut.qu33rio oh yes I remember

[@1SunScope]

KneesOverToesGuy is the specialist in that area.

[@zGJungle]

My tibialis muscle is quite huge, I think it's from 2 decades of mountain biking, when you descend you drop your heels below the pedal axle line and are basically flexing your foot up and down to match the undulations in terrain, and hold your body weight with no rest for huge peroids of time. My tib muscle is so much more impressive than my calfs haha.

[@dailydoseofmedicinee]

Your calf muscles propel you forward with every single step, they absorb load with each impact and they support the rest of your lower limb and body. By increasing your calf strength you will: Become faster. Be able to run for longer.👍

[@mandyy77]

thanks

[@koalamama2]

Like Saitama >__

[@apeman6059]

Facts Daily Dose also more vertical jump 👍

[@rickyfitness252]

It's an AI chat bot

[@nmartin5551]

I am a “calf” by genetics, but more “calf not” thanks to age and injury (nerve damage l5/S1 on right, inner gastroc tear on left). I’m looking forward to improving what I have left with this. Thanks Jeff and Jesse!

[@silent_anon404]

I'm in a similar boat, have nerve compressed in hip plexus which has caused denervation of my gastroc. How are your results so far, if I may ask?

[@dontfuckwiththewhat]

I don't understand why some people word it so difficult. If you want us to read, why not keep it simple and understandable?

[@whiskych1030]

this is one of the best calves video I've seen so far

[@NormanKonstantin]

Biggest problem is when ppl neglect training their calves altogether and then blames it on genetics. You can stil grow them to a certain extent but genetics will still punch you where you are defenseless.

[@greenwfa1983bk]

One area where I’m really good at but I think it has a lot to do with running and soccer hahaha

[@NikA-wr6px]

@@greenwfa1983bk show me someone that sprints alot that has small calves or non ripped calves

[@greenwfa1983bk]

@@NikA-wr6px Take a look at Oscar Dela Joya was boxing since a child so he’s great at it well I’m not a Mexican kids play soccer as a child force to run grew big legs before anything else but that’s just my opinion on KZbin videos it doesn’t fucking really matter

[@gatoryak7332]

@@greenwfa1983bk My calves grew simply by mountain biking every other nice-weather day.

[@NikA-wr6px]

@@gatoryak7332 calves grow with huge loads and constant work. mine grew 2 inches from starting my current job lifting and walking sometimes running with 20kgs all day

[@yashkotak3423]

Jeff: How to get bigger calves. Jeff tomorrow: How Having bigger calves is killing your Quad gains😈

[@cloudy-head]

😂

[@aayaanahmed7270]

My weekly YouTubing is simply NOTTT complete until I've watched one of Jeffs videos, been through thick and thin with your channel Jeff, stay well and thanks for these beneficial vids!!

[@Centerpieceofmind]

For all of us calve-nots. The struggle is real.. This is my new daily go-to. Thanks.

[@1CatSitter]

Any luck?

[@ChelseablueDS]

@@1CatSitter not for me, my Achilles tendon takes up 3/4 of my leg from heel to knee and working them calves every 2 days aren't really helping.

[@1CatSitter]

@@ChelseablueDS same. It’s embarrassing for me.

[@bfresh6025]

How has it been?

[@mtshwanelo]

I'm going to try all these everyday starting from today

[@jerdasaurusrex557]

I find applying Jeff's advice to "train like an athlete" to work my calves pretty good even when I'm not directly training my calves. I do most of my exercise on my feet. My calves do a lot of work digging myself into the floor.

[@mahipmayank]

Took me a minute to notice Jessie just standing there weirdly throughout the intro 😂

[@Cbvn2202]

Must be that camo top

[@ndi5670]

And rockin the MARVEL socks.

[@xpbatmanqx5535]

@@Cbvn2202 that made laugh way more than it should 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@bikerbeliever8169]

dude jessie is getting in good shape, i can see an improvement in his progress big time actually. I hadnt watched in awhile and came back to see what new content you got, and he has come a long way for sure.

[@fastted9390]

I agree - full range of motion is the key while coupled with SLOW burns.

[@francisdraegerjr.5784]

When Jeff Cavalier runs the mile, he runs it just like everyone else. Then he runs 4 laps clockwise, to prevent muscle imbalances.

[@edwinjavier4614]

Workout: 3x10 standing calf raises on high platform. Only 10 reps because you need to use heavy weights.

[@amanrehman8281]

JEFF, STRONGER LOWER BACK IN 22 DAYS PLEASE!!

[@roufeyel7866]

YESS PLS

[@sinovuyobusakwe1001]

He does have a video on how to get a strong lower back. It's titledb "How to get a strong lower back. Do this every day" So I guess that should be an equivalent to the "get strong lower back in 22 days" 🤷

[@amanrehman8281]

@@sinovuyobusakwe1001 hey thanks man! Yes I understand but I was really hoping for something for intensive and varied like the other 22 days videos. Cuz this thing is really holding me back in my workouts.

[@amanrehman8281]

@Subtle Energy at home...

[@vernilley1]

Just started going to the gym after doing no exercise for 15 years plus, finding the info useful to maximize my time in the gym as a beginner

[@mssms8930]

Just when you thought hes taught you everything, the man develops a totally new exercise. Jeff you bloody genius.

[@w.parkermarks3790]

Me: searches how to get big calves Genetics: You’re not that guy, Pal

[@oa2621]

LOL

[@robc7484]

Hahaha 😆

[@Edward-ho2bm]

yep

[@harshalparab95]

I like how Jesse is wearing captain America pictured socks. 😆🇺🇸

[@reasonableguy9090]

And free advertising for Nike Metcons? 😉

[@PastorGooch]

Oh yeah? Does that make you moist?

[@awesome5fire761]

@@PastorGooch it does

[@maxdecphoenix]

i don't. Infact i think in that get up he looks like a douche bag. Adult man wearing kids socks...

[@dcDreambuilder]

Yes! I was just thinking about how to grow my calves.

[@davidalexsandermoreno5532]

Athlean X is so professional and insightful!

[@navers87]

I would say also jump rope regularly. Calves naturally get much stronger, and your gains on calf raises will be significant. It's a painful journey, but very valuable in the end!

[@arunavsharma5277]

Jeff is the type of guy who watches Netflix and Prime equally to balance the sources of his content consumption.

[@Zeroleon]

Long story short: One leg at a time, full ROM, no bouncing, lot's of TUT meaning slow reps.

[@colesmith4694]

I'm sorry for saying this because every time I think about it I get anxiety... But I'm scared of snapping my Achilles

[@tfromthasix1956]

It won't happen.

[@bryanhernandez582]

Love Jessie’s transformation I started watching you in 2016

[@hankfowler8194]

Great science. That explains so much about calves and the achilles tendon. Thanks Jeff.

[@rcbennett6592]

Hey Jeff, saw you on the Kelly & Ryan show earlier this week & I'm always telling my friends about your workout routines. Keep up the great work!!

[@tobz14]

Tip for growing calves. Train it before every gym session that isn't a leg day. Slow and concentrated reps like this with consistent training yields massive gains.

[@AshW451]

Literally checked a calves video yesterday and now there's a fresh video 😂😂👍👍

[@hbfitnesslife3083]

My Calves needed a big push and this video is here to help. Thanks a lot.

[@masteryoda6568]

"Count the reps or make the reps Count " Love that quote

[@StreetWorkout]

Gonna try this out!

[@TAURON85]

Jesse I believe is a hardgainer, but have reached new heights, which is very impressive. I'm looking forward to seeing how this is gonna turn out and rooting for him to grow those teardrops big as possible! Do your best to get him there, Jeff!

[@BigBoss-zi5ss]

Love seeing calf and forearm transformations. Idk y but something satisfying seeing really skinny guys build those muscles.. it's actually pretty cool seeing the body rebuild itself

[@jackshannen809]

Showing that it can be done on the stairs was very useful. I have a at home gym in my basement and was thinking about what I would use to do this workout

[@exercisetolive249]

Great demonstration. Definitely will implement in my calves workout!

[@ITzMyDaDy]

I did this every day for 2 months and litteraly nothing happened. Also i thought you said you would do another video of the results with Jesse? Still not seen that…

[@nassar2156]

I know I’ve made it when I already do these at the gym. Thanks Jeff for all that you do

[@joelthebezt4573]

I got stitches near my Achilles’ tendon and it’s been difficult to walk due to pain. This video helps.

[@shieldandweapon]

2 questions, 1. Has anyone ever won a free program? 2. 10% off buying 1 item for net $79 equal a $76 net total. Transaction terminated.

[@brucearena6614]

1.- yes 2.- 8 dollars off approximately and then tax brought it up to 76. Do your math

[@shieldandweapon]

@@brucearena6614 You're right. 10% off minus 8% sales tax and $14 for slowest shipping = 76.53 for a $59.99 item is only $1 and some change off.

[@brucearena6614]

@@shieldandweapon you never said the item was $59.99

[@edwin8maquinaazul]

i don't need it, i don't it, ... I don't need it .. I NEEEEEEEED THISSSSS

[@someman7]

Easy, don't make an idol out of your body. Make it a temple of your Creator instead.

[@rodgerknight9646]

HI Jeff: Enjoy your KZbin lessons and advice - one thought about your calf routine shown in this video. Going below the horizontal on calf raises will stretch the achilles tendon as you have mentioned but I also believe this type of repetitive stretching can lead to inflammation of that tendon sometimes referred to as heal spurs. Any thoughts on that ? - Rodger - Toronto Canada

[@thomasvick7784]

I got this from this exercise and had to stop, now just do them on flat ground.

[@snwdy5303]

Thank you so much I suffer from TCS (Tiny calf syndrome) and it has ruined my life and my family

[@mariopatlan9595]

Definitely showing Charlie some love

[@beastmanx9865]

I won't give up. It's been a couple years but eventually I will get a free program

[@annasayaz3141]

''DON'T COUNT THE REPS. MAKE THE REPS COUNT'' - _Jeff Cavaliere_

[@hassenfepher]

"Jesse, were doing calves today. make sure you wear awful socks."

[@Ppp-kk6hw]

Will put it in my workout soon as tomorrow as my calf's are small... Big up from Scotland

[@mdmudasir6817]

Jess physique is improving day by day huh Thanks Jeff I have been following you since three years,All of your excersize works out well and I've got good results... Excellent Jeff !!!

[@melvincosta1989]

FIIIIINNNAAAAALLLLLLYYYY The most awaited one

[@waalex11]

#Question *Tips on how to fix unstraight feet that aren't pointing forward?*

[@allnatural4866]

The kind of socks I wear when all others are at laundry;

[@BcroG11]

What kind of collages did he manage or make?

[@RR3DS]

@@BcroG11 one of the best "collages"

[@wciflanker7]

Damn we just had teachers for collages growing up. Must be some pretty intense stuff if you guys need a principal too.

[@SimSimon87]

"How are you feeling?" "Aw it sucks!" This is how you know it's working :)

[@danalaniz7314]

Thanks for the great scientific explanation and specific instructions on how to do the exercise correctly instead of just showing the exercise.

[@almeidinh0s]

2:40 lift up high onto your toe and hold the top position for 4 seconds, perform 3 sets on each leg every day.

[@zachitywackity63]

do you do that?

[@spktylr]

Let’s train those calves Jeff: rips off shirt

[@ZebbeCali]

I don’t feel calf raises if I don’t lock knees throughout the rep.

[@gankt]

if you don't lock your knees, you are using your quads

[@RamseyMikati]

@@gankt It does mean putting extra effort on your quads, but at least some extent of knee-bending in calf-exercises helps your calves grow because you work the two muscles differently.

[@ZebbeCali]

@@RamseyMikati I guess the answer is to pre-exhaust quads beforehand.

[@gankt]

@@RamseyMikati If you are doing standing calf raise with bent knees, you are doing it wrong. Seated calf raises are obviously a different case and that is how you work the soleus.

[@amalee7424]

it is wrong man. Calf raises with knee bends helps grow soleus muscles.

[@jonathanwong8048]

I honestly didn't recognize Jesse's body at first before he showed his face! He has made tremendous gains and I can't believe how far he has came! I love you guys 💪👏✌

[@gurpritbhaker3365]

Been waiting for a calf video for over 5 years! Cheers gents

[@Nightzo]

My calves grow by drinking milk and eating grass. Each to their own.

[@thebigbadbone7238]

Bump

[@SukhdeepSingh-km3pf]

Is this the only calf exercise you will need to do to build bigger calves?

[@josephmountford2292]

No, you need genetic luck building exercises too

[@othonielmolina]

This exercise does not target the soleus, which is the muscle underneath the gastroc, this muscle is targeted when your legs are in a Bent position like in the seated calf raise

[@chrisfenn2054]

You need to be doing a seated calf raise as well. There are two muscles that make up the calf which you train whilst standing, but there is a third muscle called the soleus which lies underneath which is trained whilst the knee is bent. I.e. seated.

[@SukhdeepSingh-km3pf]

Thanks its sucks when your gym doesn't have a seated calf raise machine :(

[@chrisfenn2054]

@@SukhdeepSingh-km3pf Sit on a bench with your toes on a plate or a step, hold a couple of dumbbells on your knees and rep out. That's what I do. Feels awkward at first, but you start to feel the right angle/placement once you start hitting the muscles right.

[@papasitoman]

Jesse’s calves aren’t too bad actually...

[@spydergs07]

They are tiny though lol

[@balleyne9241]

Thank you for breaking down the movement, sir 👍🏾

[@stepbystepgaming5602]

Thanks AthLean-X I going to start using this exercise in my workout routine I've been trying like crazy and failing to build my calf muscles up because I'm honestly trying to bulk up my overall muscle mass for my body.

[@J.mz00]

Did it work bro?

[@shawnsmith4692]

My calves are huge and I do barely anything for them. My delts are practically non existent and I train them till I want to puke. Genetics indeed.

[@kalb390]

My thighs are big asf but my calves are small for some reason, weird ass genes

[@blakefishburn]

Same here it sucks, my forearms are sticks and my Biceps are decent.

[@1juggy352]

Same

[@peternagy-im4be]

​@@blakefishburn it's all about genetics

[@blakefishburn]

@@peternagy-im4be I know.