Answer a few short questions and narrow the list down fast.
The calves consist of the gastrocnemius (fast-twitch, worked when knees are straight) and the soleus (slow-twitch, worked when knees are bent).
Standing calf raises, seated calf raises, leg press calf extensions, and donkey calf raises.
Train calves 2–3 times per week with 10–15 sets total. Pause at the bottom for a 2-second deep stretch to eliminate Achilles tendon spring reflex, then squeeze hard at the top.