One for the environment Sep 22, 2009
Besides, it's a great way to lose weight and tone your calves and butt. Why say no to free exercise. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Jennifer as fit as a horse Sep 21, 2009
" The 40-year-old actress' main exercise is running and she prefers it to other fitness routines because it keeps her thighs and calves toned. This is not the first time details of Jennifer's early morning exercise schedule have been revealed. Earlier this year, it was claimed she was getting up at 3am to ensure she still had time to work out and stick to her hectic shooting schedule for 'The Bounty'. A source said at the time: "Jennifer has had a totally overhaul for this film. She wants to be... (iAfrica.com)
• A little water goes a long way Sep 14, 2009
Then Yates secures a pair of cuffs to Morton's calves. The equipment provides resistance for muscle strengthening. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
SENSE Whale Watching Stewardship Pr... Sep 12, 2009
Avoid boat movements that could separate whale mothers and calves. Leave the area slowly if vessel activity disturbs animals. (Suite101.com)
Riding a ton of dynamite Sep 6, 2009
Both began their rodeo careers before they were teenagers, riding calves at junior rodeos. For Mahan, who grew up around Salem, Ore. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Women's Fashion Boots for Fall Fash... Sep 5, 2009
These are good for gals with average or narrow calves. Cole Haan Air Bailey. (Suite101.com)
Simple guide to sexy legs Aug 29, 2009
In the shower, massage your calves and thighs with a brush that has rounded teeth. Have a close shave: Waxing is all very well, but the easiest and cheapest way to keep legs fuzzfree is with a razor. (India Times, India)
All that water and nothing to drink Aug 28, 2009
Cramping begins in the ankles and calves for bodyboarders and bodysurfers, Howell said. During a lifetime of ocean sports and lifeguarding, he has seen it all, he said, "and have experienced it all myself.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
There are just some things a cowboy won’t eat .... Aug 27, 2009
Lots of moisture that time of the year is sure good for the grass, but sometimes it s a little hard to get the new baby calves to live long enough to actually see it grow ... I ve got a wellness test I regularly use on the young calves around here ... I don t know if Floyd subscribes to my philosophy on younger calves or not, but on this particular day, he had a big early calf that looked like he needed a pill and a shot in the butt. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Remedy This (30) Aug 25, 2009
Risk factors include: abnormal arches, excessive weight, long periods of standing and tight calves or Achilles tendons. Poorly fitted or worn-out shoes are a culprit, as they alter the motion of the many joints of the foot. (Helena Independent Record)
10 biggest sleep problems: How to fix them Aug 22, 2009
Do the same with your calves, thighs, buttocks, hands, arms, and on up. By the time you get to your neck and head, you should have banished much of the tension. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
* More university students choose surgery during summer holidays jL Aug 20, 2009
Chou says that although the girls calves were a bit thicker than other parts, her legs were prettier than many other peoples legs. The girl insisted that she wanted them to be a bit skinnier and although she was told that the cost of the botox treatment would be between NT$30,000 and NT$40,000, she still chose to get the treatment. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Shoes' toning claims draw experts' doubts Aug 15, 2009
That imbalance, shoemakers say, causes about 11 to 41 percent increased muscle activity in the legs, glutes and calves. But some foot specialists find the shoes to be clunky, heavy and unstable. (CNN)
Don't load your back Aug 12, 2009
If you run or cycle, you probably concentrate only on stretching your calves, quadriceps and hamstrings. I know that I do. (iAfrica.com)
'Upbeat' mood carries first day of 'Dog practice Aug 8, 2009
With bigger arms and thicker calves, Mathews looked by far to be the bulkiest of the running backs. He's added about five more pounds to tilt the scale at 220, according to coach Pat Hill. (Fresno Bee)
Northwoods cant support bigger wolf population Aug 4, 2009
Since calving season began May 20, eight calves died and one yearling bull was hit on highway 77. It is calculated that about 40 calves were born this spring ... From May 21 to June 9, 20 calves were located. (Forest Republican, WI)
Beat the heat Aug 2, 2009
Painful, involuntary muscle contractions, most commonly in the calves, thighs, arms and abdomen, are induced by electrolyte deficiencies resulting from intense sweating. HEART. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Infotainment Aug 1, 2009
The Sri Lankan governments gift of two baby elephants to a Buddhist temple has sparked protests from animal lovers who demanded that the calves be reunited with their mothers. Officials ordered last week that the youngsters be separated from their mothers at the Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage in central. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Wall Street Journal, in article on cankles, calls Hillary Clintons office for comment Jul 24, 2009
Prairie Rutledge, the 30-year-old owner of an online surf shop in Toms River, N.J., wanted to be able to wear high heels this summer, with straps that lace around the ankle, so she signed up for kickboxing and circuit training to bulk up her calves and minimize her stocky ankles ... "I have calves like a softball coach," Ms. Hankin says. (Harper's Magazine)
Catwalk class is certainly no cakewalk Jul 23, 2009
Stretch your calves by stepping on golf balls or tennis balls, and make sure you don t wear the same pair of shoes every day. You mean don t wear the same pair of shoes every day because it s a fashion faux pas. (Boston Globe)
Masai Barefoot Technolog Jul 22, 2009
By experiencing the challenge of this unstable surface similar to walking on sand city dwellers can also experience some of the benefits of the Masai lifestyle: great posture, strong buttocks, hamstrings, and calves, improved balance and body awareness, and optimum circulation. Research has shown that additional benefits include reductions in cellulite and improved pelvic floor strength and all from putting on a shoe. (Suite101.com)
Vein Condition May Mask Serious Clot Disorder Jul 22, 2009
SVT, explained Lookstein, happens when varicose veins in the calves or thighs become filled with blood clots. "They become painful, can become hot and patients can have low-grade fevers," he said. (MEDLINEplus)
More Asian teens 'using steroids' Jul 20, 2009
"It's that image, everyone wants to look good, look the part, I always wanted to look good, have the six pack, the biceps and big calves.". He describes himself as a skinny, average teenager who wanted to beef up after seeing his brothers use steroids. (BBC News -- UK)
Teeny, tiny zinger stingers cause itching, scratching, big spray sales Jul 19, 2009
It causes low birth weight, still births and abortions for calves. U.S. restrictions on exporting infected bulls to other countries has caused an estimated $125 million annual loss. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Historically dressing the part Jul 17, 2009
Vaqueros would have worn leather botas wrapped and tied around their calves and visible through their slit trouser legs. Surprisingly, the bride portrayed by Valdovinos wore black, because the best clothes she owned would have been black. (Santa Maria Times)
Get Strong, Sexy Abs Jul 17, 2009
Bend your knees and raise your legs above your hips, calves parallel to the floor. Bring one elbow to the opposite knee while pressing the other leg away from your body at a 45-degree angle. (Marie Claire, US)
Modestan scales Mt. Shasta to support cancer research Jul 12, 2009
"You must practice special steps to balance the exertion on specific muscle groups. You can't just walk a straight line up like on stairs. You would fry your calves within a few hundred feet.". She learned techniques like pressure breathing "to keep the CO2 from building up in your lungs so you can exchange more oxygen," and specialized steps to retain leverage and balance. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Salvation: MMA helps local fighter climb from the depths of rock bottom (44) Jul 12, 2009
A tall, gangly, pale-skinned man with veins so prominent in his forearms and calves that they seem to be highways to his strong hands and flat feet is instantly identifiable as the personality of the practice. After a few tries at his new move, the fighter with a boyish face covered with the scruff and Adam's apple of a man exclaims: Oh man, I want to pull that one off for sure. (Missoulian, MT)
Spanx for Men Jul 7, 2009
I've got the hair of a lion, calves like a dancer's and a pretty decent tush. But, sadly, I have the stomach of an old Israeli tank commander. (Time.com)
Called to perform: Sentinel student invited to teach classes at conference in Scotland Jul 7, 2009
With butterflies on her leggings, she fastens the thick, shiny black fabric around her calves with Velcro. She wears moccasins with beaded butterflies on the toes. (Missoulian, MT)
A New Mom's Guide to Baby Massage Jul 3, 2009
Come down to the thighs and massage them gently, going down towards the knees, calves and ankles. Rub the soles and tops of the feet in small circular motions. (Suite101.com)
The year's scourge of summer? Cankles Jul 2, 2009
As for how to reduce cankles, Golds advocates cutting calories and engaging in consistent high-intensity, fat-burning cardiovascular activities that focus on slimming down your calves ... Gold's Gym's "Say No To Cankles" campaign recommends these moves three times per week for strengthening your calves (and making your ankles look slimmer by comparison) ... To work your calves one at a time, simply cross one leg over the other. (MSNBC -- Health)
Nomar sinks teeth into new role Jun 30, 2009
"I'd obviously rather be getting three, four at-bats every day," said Garciaparra, who has a chronic condition that affects both of his calves. "But I can only do what my legs let me do.". (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Cosmetic Surgeries: What Children Will Do To Look 'Normal' Jun 26, 2009
When Kate Deleveileuse was 16, she asked her parents whether she could have liposuction on her calves. For years, her lower legs had made her self-conscious and limited her fashion choices. (W-USA News, DC)
Protect Yourself Against Summer Heat Jun 26, 2009
The cramps are usually felt in the calves, thighs, abdomen or shoulders. Heat exhaustion occurs when the body is not able to maintain normal functions because of the excessive loss of body fluids and salts. (Newsmax)
Children turn to cosmetic surgery to look 'normal' Jun 25, 2009
Kate Deleveileuse, 21, had 7 pounds of fat removed in a liposuction procedure on her calves at age 16 ... The suggestion is that these adolescents can be really devastated," Labow says. Like others in his field, Staffenberg says only a small percentage of the surgeries he conducts are for aesthetic reasons alone. But he says there is a place for these procedures in his practice or he would not perform them. "Children who are looked upon by their peers or teachers as something different from... (USA Today)
Conductive education for kids with disabilities Jun 24, 2009
"Standing tall," she sang out, as she steadied Jacob, who wore plastic braces around his calves and supported himself with two canes. "Standing tall!" Jacob repeated and the she released him and watched as he held himself steady. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
• What is claudication and what can I do about it? Jun 20, 2009
DEAR READER: You are correct that intermittent claudication is a condition that causes the arteries to restrict oxygen-rich blood to the muscles, usually of the calves, thighs and/or buttocks. This leads to limping and an aching, tired or burning pain in the affected muscles during exercise and walking that disappears after several minutes of rest. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Top 10 Sports Injuries Jun 20, 2009
The most commonly pulled muscles are hamstrings (especially in sports involving running, such as jogging, basketball and soccer) and calves (particularly in older tennis players). The hamstrings are the muscles behind your thighs; pulling them is painful and can even cause bruising. (Fox News)
Healing The Mind With Meditation Jun 19, 2009
Envision the tips of the toes and start pushing the negative energy up through the calves and thighs of the legs and finally through the hips as the rest of the energy is released through the hose ... See the energy run down the hips, the thighs and the leg calves as the positive energy works its way all the way down to the tips of the toes. (Suite101.com)
COLUMN: Malden Musings May 29, 2009
It shifted the impact and actually gave his calves some relief. Coming down the hills was physical torture. (Malden Observer, MA)
Education secretary to ask schools about restraints May 21, 2009
She came home with bruises on her chest, calves and wrists, her mother told investigators. At least 20 deaths since 1990 were attributed to restricted breathing tactics used as school discipline, the GAO report said. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Brian Grant and Parkinson's » May 19, 2009
His shoulders are still broad and massive, his calves still surprisingly marathoner-thin, his handshake still firm. In a short-sleeved polo shirt, khaki shorts and beach sandals, he looks like the typical NBA player in offseason attire in his game room. (ESPN -- Golf News)
FITNESS: Interval training gives best results May 14, 2009
-- Calves: Standing calf raises. -- Abs: Reverse leg lifts. (North County Times)
Thank God. The truth is out on Ruby Dhalla May 14, 2009
Already, the dog sometimes bites my calves playfully on our walks, when I am trying to go one way and he is bent on another, or when he is feeling particularly saucy. Heretofore, I have always amused myself by imagining, should I be found dead in suspicious circumstances and my body autopsied, what the bewildered coroner would make of those little marks on the backs of my legs and the tiny bloodstains on so many pairs of jeans. (Globe and Mail)
Prosecutors: Smuggler hid 13 birds in his pants May 7, 2009
"They were secured by cloth wrappings and attached to his calves with buttons.". advertisement. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) May 7, 2009
Move your legs and flex and stretch your feet to encourage blood flow in your calves. Wear loose and comfortable clothing. (W-USA News, DC)
Smuggler with 14 birds in his pants hit with federal rap... May 6, 2009
According to a , CBP agents inspected Dong and "found bird feathers and droppings on his socks, as well as birds' tail feathers visible under his pants." A subsequent search "discovered 14 live birds attached to two flat pieces of cloth that were wrapped around his calves. The birds included three red-whiskered bul-buls (which is listed as an injurious species under federal law), four magpie robins and six shama thrush." The birds each appear to have been placed in sleeves that were hooked on to... (The Drudge Report)
Sweeney sits despite success vs. Angels May 5, 2009
Nomar Garciaparra, on the DL with a strained right calf, is in Boston working with a specialist familiar with the chronic condition that affects both of the veteran infielder's calves. Righty reliever Santiago Casilla, on the DL with calf issues of his own, played catch on Monday and might throw off the bullpen mound on Tuesday. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Tokay High eyeing Lodi High binder brouhaha with interest (6) May 4, 2009
" Lodian wrote on Aug 19, 2008 9:39 AM:" Too many veal calves and not enough strong independent thinkers willing to stand up and speak up. " Lodian wrote on Aug 19, 2008 9:36 AM:" Gator: That's okay. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
UA sweeps Cal May 4, 2009
"I couldn't get it to straighten back out. I just fell right to the ground. "My body completely cramped up, my hammies, my thighs, my butt, calves, feet and toes. I tried to walk and I couldn't walk. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Finding a comfort zone Apr 18, 2009
Julia Clayton, manager of Soma Spa at Bosse Sports in Sudbury, said sports massages can increase range of motion, help prevent injuries areas like hamstrings and calves, and boost circulation. The Boston Marathon, which has a net downhill slope, is particularly tough on one's muscle fibers, said physical trainer Jeff Dosdall, a Wellesley native who has run the race three times. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Notebook: Garciaparra OK Apr 16, 2009
Surgery can help if the problem is in the front of the legs, but Garciaparra has trouble with the back of his calves, and the condition led him to consider retiring over the winter. His father and sister also have the syndrome, which is genetic. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Vanessa Hudgens obsessed with Angelina Apr 16, 2009
I've got big calves that look good. When I wear heels, it looks like I've worked out my legs a lot, which is why I love them. (Xinhuanet, China)
VIEWPOINT: Iraqs new freedom Apr 15, 2009
Women increasingly walk in the open without veils, some in jeans, some with shorter dresses with their calves exposed. Families have parties and cookouts in public parks. (The Daily Universe, UT)
Nomar exits A's game as precaution Apr 15, 2009
"Actually, it was both calves," Garciaparra said. "So I've felt this before. That's why I had to get out of there. ... Usually, I'm not that smart.". (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Gold Coast tighten up away record to become contenders Apr 13, 2009
It included a wonderful effort on Luke O'Donnell right around the Cowboys lock's calves, a week after an injury to his own calf was expected to keep him out for an extended period. The Cowboys must have felt like they were travelling for the game, having backed up after a Monday night game in Canberra. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Bone Deformities Linked To Inbreeding In Isle Royale Wolves Apr 12, 2009
Atypically, the wolves didn't kill any moose calves this winter, although calf numbers were low, "so the wolves probably didn't save any for the winter," said Vucetich. In fact, a pair of moose calf twins both survived, a rare occurrence. (Science Daily)
Real-world workout: Easy ways to work fitness into your day Apr 5, 2009
In the bathroom: 7 a.m. In the shower, fold forward to release tight hamstrings, calves and hips, keeping your knees slightly bent. Forward folds can also help with fatigue, anxiety, headaches and insomnia. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Its as easy as picking it up and putting it down Apr 4, 2009
Generally speaking, they re broken down into the categories like chest, back, shoulders, biceps, triceps, thighs, calves and abdominals. To make these muscles stronger, tone you and burn more calories, you need to make goals and challenge yourself, said Rob Moyer, an Americorps volunteer who assists gym members at the Milton YMCA. In other words, you need to get a workout. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
The quiet side of Knysna Mar 30, 2009
Then youre driven out to the matriarchal group, where you can enjoy the gentle touch of the tuskers trunks as you feed them grapes, stroke the gentle giants and watch the young calves being fed. Or you can sign up for a ride on a jumbo the young bull elephants need exercise, so elephant rides were introduced as a logical response to popular demand. (iAfrica.com)
More of this story Mar 26, 2009
The advent of spring is also indicated by all the new, little calves sitting in the fields. They are either curled up in the grass beside their mamas or stretched out in the grass catching some wonderful warm sunshine. (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Home workouts require little or no equipment Mar 24, 2009
Lie on floor: Bend knees, lift calves and feet off ground so knees form a 90-degree angle with thighs. Lift self off floor, and crunch toward knees. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Red yeast rice: A natural way to lower cholesterol? Mar 24, 2009
I also have had dreadful muscle cramps in my calves, especially at night. The People's Pharmacy. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Hawaii's top court torpedoes 'ferry from Hell' Mar 23, 2009
The Superferry's route crossed a stretch of sea where humpback whales come to birth their calves. With the Alakai in operation, the once-peaceful waters were being sliced-and-diced to a depth of 14 feet by twin "wave-piercing" aluminum hulls thundering through the sea at speeds up to 43 mph. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
