What should I do to get more definition in my calves?

[Anonymous]

My legs now

I know my legs are thick and not long. I would like more definition in my calves. What exercises can give me that nice definition without looking too muscular. They already measure 15-1/2", so I don't want to get too much bigger. What do you recommend?

[Massageman]

Heel drops//raises that Billlewis mentioned are good. Best part? They are easily done and don't require machines/equipment other than a step or a curb to stand on. Just walking will help, pausing every 500 feet to do some heel dips to stretch. (Indoors) a railing for stability would be a plus. If you are going to do a LOT of walking, consider knee and/or ankle stabilizers to maintain a straight gait and hip pivot.

That said, those high heels will automatically put an overload on the calves (gastrocs), so use them sparingly, and be sure they are well-fitted.

There are oodles of sources for exercises for the gastrocnemius (two-headed muscle on the back of the lower leg) and the underlying Soleus (under-rated, and plays a critical and literal supporting role). As long as there is some stretching involved too, most of them are helpful. I tend to use the Mayo Clinic info a lot.

[BoopBoopBeep]

You upper legs look heavy (I've seen another shot you took). If you did some cardio and toned up more overall, the strength of your calves would be more pronounced. You don't carry a LOT of weight in your calves as they are, so any reduction would make significant noticeable difference.

Calf raises like @Billlewis said are going to be probably the best for building, but nobody's 6 pack is visible under a gut, so it really IS a two-prong approach.

[Billlewis]

You can try standing on the edge of a step/stair tread and gently raise yourself up and down, using your muscles on the back of your shins/ankles.

[bowenw]

I don't think you need to do anything. The are already sexy just the way they are.

[Asker]

I would like them to 'pop' a little more when I wear heels.

[bowenw]

Are you able to jump rope? That is supposed to be good for toning calves.

[Asker]

Oh, thank you! 😊

[AviatorTom]

Best exercise for calves is stair climbing, go up and down stairs over and over. That stretches the muscles in the calves... and also is a good aerobic exercise.

[Deepinthought345]

You can do these on your stairs or even on a flat surface

[GoodGuyBreakingBad]

I would think an 15-minute walking program will tone your legs and calves, :) Best Wishes !!!

[exitseven]

I do calf raises and also use a stair climber machine.

[MementoMori777]

you got thick legs, just own em, they chillin, ever heard the saying, if its not broken, dont fix it?

[Asker]

They are soft and squishy. I would like them to look more athletic.

[MementoMori777]

oooh okay you wanna tone them up, in that case just walk up and down stairs repeatedly, the up is where you should focus, it gives good works to the calves, and if you dont have a problem going to a gym they habe machines for that, if you got a bicycle, also

[FunkyMonkee]

Start playing drums. Use double bass drums. I had girls tell me they wish they had my legs! Comes from lot of drumming sand lots of walking.

[Asker]

I never expected that answer! Drums, huh?

[FunkyMonkee]

Worked wonders for me!

[Anonymous]

Running / Jogging?

Walking for long periods?

Your thighs are quite thick and strong , your kick would be quite painful and almost lethal if you knee a man's balls?

[Bklynbadboy12]

Toe raises and lunges but you have so amazing legs 👌👌👌👌

[Asker]

Thank you! ;)

[Bklynbadboy12]

Your so welcome

[dsrice10]

I think your legs are gorgeous.

[Asker]

Thanks! ;)

[D_Bone_Steak]

Have you considered a wooden pirate leg?

[Asker]

Could you carve it into a sexy shape for me? I wouldn't have to shave anymore. Hmmm.

[Alex8736]

Treadmill and/or walking, squats

[CubaPirate]

Maybe cycling or jogging could help

[Con29]

I love your calves I bet they are strong? X

[Asker]

Thanks hun. ;)

[Iron_Man]

Losing weight

[Averageguy69420]

I would do squats or even swimming

[Anonymous]

You need to lose overall weight.

[Asker]

I have lost a substantial amount of weight over the last 3 years. Maybe you can tell I have some loose skin in my thighs just above my knees. I do walk quite a bit. Just looking for more definition in my calves.

[Opinion Owner]

Understand something. Weight doesn't reduce in just 1 place. Once you reduce overall, you'll reduce it from legs as well

[Asker]

I understand that very well. I get it. It depends on the distribution of fat cells. Some carry more in the butt, others in the thighs, or stomach, etc. My thighs and butt had a higher concentration of fat cells, thus the loose skin. My calves don't have that high concentration of fat cells.

[CrimsonAngel09]

Wonder what you look like. Judging by your age, not that great.