Episode 51: Here, the gastrochnemius and soleus of the posterior calf are addressed. Foam rolling and static stretching will help alleviate pain and discomfort here.

Episode 47 focused on the TIBIALIS ANTERIOR, the ‘shin splint’ muscle that causes pain – foam roll this guy.

Episode 49 covered the TIBIALIS POSTERIOR, a muscle commonly involved in calf/ankle pain – trigger point ball this guy.

Episode 50 followed with the ACHILLES TENDON, just above the ankle, which is very problematic in calf issues – barbell or foam roll this guy.

 CONCLUSION

The lower leg, or calf region is complex. It has muscles that cross the ankle and knee joints, which is why having ‘tight calves’ can lead to problems in those other areas.  The above home care videos cover the Tibialis Anterior, Tibialis Posterior, Achilles Tendon and the Gastroc-Soleus Complex. Together, releasing these areas will improve your ankle mobility, knee stability and give you the power necessary to kill it in your next workout.