Calf muscle pain is common and can be severe, even if the underlying cause is benign (harmless) and reversible, like an exercise-associated muscle cramp or strain. In some cases, though, calf pain is ...
Do this exercise on a forgiving surface to reduce your risk of injury. Hold dumbbells to make this movement more demanding. You can also do this exercise using one leg at a time, i.e., calf hops.