To do a calf raise, bring yourself up onto your tiptoes and fully contract your calf muscle. Though it may vary based on your fitness experience, three sets of 15-20 reps is a good start.

Sometimes we use this machine, leg press, for calf exercises. We like to standing calf raises, however sometimes the weight goes on the shoulder it’s too much for someone that has lower back injury.

Want to run faster and stronger? Then it’s time to strengthen those calf muscles, says writer Priyankaa Joshi. This is a fitness challenge that only requires three minutes of movement a day.