Calves are a relatively neglected muscle group, normally the focus of leg workouts is on quads and hamstrings. But if you want calves like Eddie Hall then he’s spilled his secret.And it’s simpler than you might think.
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Eddie agrees that a certain element of calf growth is down to genetics, but there’s another element – patella knee straps.
He explains his use of knee straps to restrict blood flow when he works out – resulting in keeping a lot of blood in his calf, which ultimately leads to larger calves.
Take Home Message
Whilst we may not all be blessed with the same genetics as Eddie Hall, we are sure to try out this hack in the gym. He also mentioned that the straps help to reduce impact on your knees, perfect for your heavier leg days.
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After finishing an internship with Myprotein, Emily returned to university to finish her degree in Business Management and Marketing, before coming back to work full-time with the team. Emily specialises in high-protein recipes, inspiring real-life stories and accessible health and fitness advice, and her work has been featured in The Supplement Magazine. When she’s not in the kitchen baking or cooking, she’s out exploring Manchester’s best food spots, or working up an appetite at the gym.