{"id":70891,"date":"2023-06-12T10:00:19","date_gmt":"2023-06-12T14:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/generationiron.com\/?p=70891"},"modified":"2023-06-12T18:34:42","modified_gmt":"2023-06-12T22:34:42","slug":"calf-training-secret","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/generationiron.com\/calf-training-secret\/","title":{"rendered":"The Calf Training Secret No Pro Wants You To Know"},"content":{"rendered":"

Calf training for the pros delivered right to you.<\/h2>\n

Calves<\/strong> are one of the smallest, most stubborn, and\u00a0desired muscle groups. Since you\u2019re reading this article, we\u2019ll assume you\u2019re lacking in the calf department and are willing to change your current situation.But working our calves<\/span><\/a> can seem monotonous and growth becomes more and more elusive. In this article, we will detail a calf training routine by the pros.<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are many bodybuilding pros that walk the biggest stages never see calf plateaus and there is a reason for that. They know what to do and how best to tackle all of those lifting wants and need. With the right approach, they\u2019ve managed to master the art of building bigger calves.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve been\u00a0laboring away on the calf exercises\u00a0but don\u2019t have any results to show for it, you\u2019ve come to the right place.\u00a0In this article, we\u2019ll share a calf training secret with you which will take your calf gains to a whole new level.<\/p>\n

In fact, we\u2019ll even share the mistakes people make when calf training<\/span><\/a> because we know how valuable your gains can be. With the right knowledge and best approach to building bigger calves, you will be well on your way to those gains you absolutely want most.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s jump into the calf training secret that pros don’t want you to know. By following this tip, you will see great growth in your calves in no time.<\/p>\n

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The Mistakes<\/h3>\n

Before we let you in on the secret, we want to go over the\u00a0mistakes most people make in their calf training. Once you know what is holding you back from achieving your goals, you can get better results by fixing your shortcomings. While you might be kicking yourself when you hear these mistakes, for maybe you do one or all of them, fear not, for you\u2019ve come here to learn what not to do in order to learn what to do.<\/p>\n

Training At The End of A Leg Workout<\/h4>\n

If you have lagging calves, you should never train them after a\u00a0brutal leg<\/span><\/a> workout\u00a0when you have no gas left in the tank. For best results, work your calves when you aren\u2019t fatigued. A common mistake of training calves at the end of your workout doesn\u2019t leave them any chance to get an effective workout since they are just too tired. Make time in your leg day routine to set aside calf exercises to you get work done.<\/p>\n

No Volume<\/h4>\n

Most people make the mistake of following a vanilla calf training program where they perform 3 sets of 10-12 reps on a couple of exercises. If you want to turn your calves into bulls, you need to be training them like you train all your other\u00a0major muscle groups. Perform at least five exercises and switch up the intensity often to keep your muscles guessing (1).<\/p>\n

Lack of Variations<\/h4>\n

While people are\u00a0proactive in their bicep<\/span><\/a> training\u00a0\u2013 they work their inner, outer, and medial bicep heads \u2013 they don\u2019t follow the same approach when it comes to calf training. You should be targeting your calves from three angles to train them effectively.<\/p>\n

Perform your calf exercises with your feet planted parallel to target the medial calf heads. Placing your toes together and heels apart \u2013 forming an \u201cA\u201d \u2013 will target the outer calf heads and keeping your heels together and toes apart \u2013 forming a \u201cV\u201d \u2013 will work the inner heads.<\/p>\n

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The Secret That Will Change Your Calf Training Forever<\/h3>\n

Your calves are made up of both slow and fast-twitch muscle fibers. Performing exercises with long time under tension<\/span><\/a> (TuT) works the slow-twitch fibers and lifts with smaller TuT train the fast-twitch muscles. This allows you to target your muscles differently while effectively taking advantage of both slow and fast twitch muscle fibers (2).<\/p>\n

So, the dilemma with calf training is that no matter which kind of intensity (high or low number of repetitions) you go for, you\u2019re not going to get the best results. There is a way around the problem and it has been a well-kept secret until now.<\/p>\n

Forget Reps, Focus on Time \u2013 1 Minute Is The Magic Mark<\/h4>\n

To make the\u00a0most of your calf training, you should focus on performing the exercises for one minute. It doesn\u2019t matter how many reps you do in that one minute but you need to make sure you\u2019re not taking a rest-pause during the set.<\/p>\n

You also cannot go light with the weight on the bar because if you do, the slow-twitch muscle fibers will be left out of the action. Remember \u2013 this is not a drop-set. You have to end with the same weight you\u2019ll be starting with.<\/p>\n

If done right, calf training isn\u2019t easy, and you\u2019ll experience it first hand with this technique. By putting an emphasis on time, you don\u2019t put that dreaded rep count on your workout. The continuous movement of a calf exercise for just one minute is something you will feel and most certainly won\u2019t be disappointed with.<\/p>\n

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Best Calf Exercises To See Great Gains<\/h3>\n

When it comes to building those bigger calves, having the right approach is absolutely imperative. By working your calves for time instead of reps, you set yourself up for even bigger gains. But what exercises should you perform? How can you better set yourself up for success when looking to build those larger, more rounded, more muscular calves?<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s list a few exercises so you can better tackle those calf building goals:<\/p>\n