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Can I reduce calves?

HeatherH Posts: 17 Joined: 2002/04/21	2002/05/31, 04:55 PM I have naturally muscular calves(legs for that matter), only they aren't toned and cut like body builders'. I WANT slender calves, mine aren't exactly HUGE (my legs are thankfully proportional) but I'd like for them to be more slim & lean. Trust me, they're NOT fat, just big-by big I mean not skinny like most women's-, but it's all muscle :(. Will anything reduce them or will I just have to keep toning them and hope for the best? Thanks.
rpacheco Posts: 3,770 Joined: 2001/12/13	2002/05/31, 05:11 PM Unfortunately, you cannot spot reduce that area. Genetics could also play a role in their shape. -------------- **_Robert_** Pain is temporary; glory is forever!
qualters Posts: 343 Joined: 2002/04/21	2002/05/31, 05:16 PM Calves are so genetic, just like a lot of body parts in Body Building. Maybe try some good heavy cardio sessions. But calves are a great body part and envyed by many! I would suggest using them to your benefit, show them off. Most people try so hard to build their calves and get little results. GOOD LUCK BQ -------------- AMERICAN MADE
HeatherH Posts: 17 Joined: 2002/04/21	2002/05/31, 05:23 PM Mine are sure genetic, almost everyone in my family has large calves...even my Grandmother has *built* calves! Thankyou both for the replies.
Lumina20 Posts: 966 Joined: 2001/10/31	2002/05/31, 10:15 PM I think big legs on women are very hot; you see so many sticks walking around!
Philia2 Posts: 4,078 Joined: 2001/10/19	2002/06/01, 01:21 AM One thing can help you to tone (and "dry") the muscle so they can look smaller (you'll keep the same strength thou). Calf raises but only with your body weight, 4 sets of 20-30, 30sec between each set and 3 times weekly. Important is to go aaaall the way up and aaaall the way down to really stretch the muscles. This will work BUT be prepared of VERY sore calf muscles the first week. Continue this routine for 4-6 weeks or until you see the wanted results. Good luck! -------------- - Nina :o) La vie est toujours aussi belle.....
HeatherH Posts: 17 Joined: 2002/04/21	2002/06/01, 11:34 AM Lumina, you made me smile girl, thanks! Philia, you just made my day giving me hope, thankyou SO much for the tips, I'll get on it right away!! I'm so glad I've found this place =).
Philia2 Posts: 4,078 Joined: 2001/10/19	2002/06/02, 01:24 AM The most important thing is to respect the rest between the sets and of course the number of sets and reps. Start with 4 times 20 reps the first week, 4 x 25 the second and 4 x 30 the third week. Yes, you'll definitely see a change and get nicer calves but I told you, be prepared 'cause it huuuuurts (the first week only thou) I'm glad that I helped you. -------------- - Nina :o) La vie est toujours aussi belle.....
saisquoi Posts: 4 Joined: 2005/07/13	2005/07/13, 04:42 AM sorry what does it means by all the way up and down? the exercise is standing on edge of step, and press one heel down and hold rite? alternate between legs i suppose. but where is the all the way up? sorry not too sure.can help me?? thanks!