Calves

Triceps Surae

Anatomy

Short definition

Calf muscles — plantar-flex the foot.

Full definition

Calves are the triceps surae (gastrocnemius + soleus). Gastrocnemius is biarticular (knee + ankle), soleus monoarticular; both perform plantar flexion, trained by standing (gastroc) and seated (soleus) calf raises.

Examples

Standing calf raises for gastrocnemius.

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