Revolutionary Calf Training Technique Revealed: Double Your Growth in 8 Weeks

Chloe Whisperwillow

Updated Sunday, July 14, 2024 at 12:00 AM CDT

Struggling with growing your calves? You're not alone. Many fitness enthusiasts find it challenging to see significant gains in their calf muscles despite rigorous training. However, a groundbreaking new study has unveiled a calf training method that could change everything.

Traditional calf training often involves using a full range of motion or focusing on the top half of the movement, staying up on the toes. But which method is more effective? According to recent research, neither approach yields substantial results. The study split participants into two groups: those using a full range of motion and those performing half reps in the top half of the movement. After 8 weeks, both groups saw minimal growth, with the full range of motion group experiencing only a slight advantage.

But here's where it gets interesting. The scientists didn't stop there. They explored a third technique that led to about twice the growth compared to the other two methods. This innovative approach involves staying in the bottom half of the calf raise, where the calves are most stretched, without ever going up onto the toes. Instead, the movement focuses on rotating on the balls of the feet while maintaining the stretch.

This technique not only promotes greater muscle growth but also allows for increased strength. Feel free to add some weight to your calf raises, but ensure you control the negative phase of the movement for optimal results.

For a deeper dive into this revolutionary training method and to see the full study, watch the video now. Discover how to transform your calf workouts and achieve the gains you've been striving for!

Here's the full study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37015016/

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