How to Foam Roll Your Calf Muscles

Foam rolling is one of the most effective self-myofascial release techniques for breaking up muscle knots and restoring mobility in your calves.  It will improve your ability to stretch by giving the muscle fibers deep pressure, helping to release restrictions and improve range of motion. Foam rolling is most beneficial for: However, foam rolling isn’t […]

How to Release Trigger Points in the Calf

If your calves feel tight no matter how much you stretch, you may be dealing with trigger points. Unlike general muscle stiffness, trigger points don’t just make your calves feel tight; they prevent full muscle relaxation and create chronic tension. Trigger points form due to overuse, muscle imbalances, dehydration, or poor movement mechanics over time. […]

How to Release Tight Calves – 3 Steps To Calf Relief

There’s no single answer for how you can fix your calves.  If you think only stretching will fix your issues, you are setting yourself up for disappointment. Stretching is one piece in how to relieve tight calves. But you have to address other issues like restricted tissues and trigger points.  In this guide, I will […]

Why Are My Calves So Tight?

Unless you are bedridden, you walk every day. And if you do more than just walk each day, your calves will take a beating over the course of years.   Tight calves can lead to discomfort, reduced mobility, and even more serious issues like Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, or knee pain if left unaddressed. If you’re […]