dirtcrazy Posted February 3, 2010 Share hi guys,, was just wondering,,, what tipe of training or weight lifting can i do to help improve my calves?? (gym member, so have all the equipment,just not sure which are the best to use) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gasping Posted February 3, 2010 Share I will say it before anyone else does. Ride far Ride hard Ride often. That should do you nicely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spinnekop Posted February 3, 2010 Share Dirtcrazy...... I think it was Jan Ulrich that said a cyclist does not need claves. Calves are merely there to keep you upright on the bike. Use is, don't. http://weightweenies.starbike.com/forum/images/smilies/icon_hmm.gif Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jono Waddell Posted February 3, 2010 Share Calve Machines Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyr249 Posted February 3, 2010 Share Calf raises. Put the max weight on! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minion Posted February 3, 2010 Share Squats. Works your calves, quads, hamstrings, glutes, back,.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndreZA Posted February 3, 2010 Share I take it you can not be a chop when you work your calves? Okay, coat is in the car and I see the door. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1hill@aTime Posted February 3, 2010 Share drink beer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Genesis Posted February 3, 2010 Share Only ride uphill - never ever downhill - ONLY UPHILL!! Got IT???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigGuy Posted February 3, 2010 Share I am no expert but here goes. Seated calf raises will improve the strength and size of the lower part of the calf (soleus). Standing calf raises target the upper part of the calf (gastrocnemius) where it inserts at the lower end of the hamstring. Donkey calf raises and calf raises done on a leg-press machine is also a good choice if you are a cyclist, as it mimics the hunched position on the bike. If you keep your leg straight, then the upper calf receives the most stress, when you bend the leg, even slightly, the soleus will take more of the strain. Just be careful when you start out with these exercises. The achilles tendon (the one above the heel) can rip if not used to the effort, even if you feel strong, and a painful set of calves can leave you immobile for a few days. Use light weight and minimal reps for the first few sessions, and do not rush through the motion. Eventually work up to 15-20 reps per set. Start out with only one set twice a week and add a set every second week until you are at 3-4 sets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyatt Earp Posted February 3, 2010 Share Who needs calves ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minion Posted February 3, 2010 Share They're very important if you like veal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gasping Posted February 3, 2010 Share They're very important if you like veal. Oh, well played Sir. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyatt Earp Posted February 3, 2010 Share ED Who needs veal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The expat cyclist Posted February 3, 2010 Share Geduld en oefen reken ek... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gasping Posted February 3, 2010 Share Are you wearing high heels in that photo? What? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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