| The gastrocnemius muscle and soleus muscle, via the Achilles tendon, function as the chief plantar flexors of the ankle joint. |
| From the ankle, the saphenous vein ascends the calf along the border of the gastrocnemius muscle. |
| We investigated the influence of hyperoxia on O2 uptake in tetanically contracting canine gastrocnemius. |
| This exercise focuses on the hamstrings but also involves the gastrocnemius muscles. |
| I do standing calf raises for gastrocnemius and seated calf raises for soleus muscles. |
| The capsule also is reinforced in front by the patellar and quadriceps tendons and posteriorly by the popliteus and gastrocnemius muscles. |
