A chiropractor shares seven key stretches to help loosen tight calves and relieve tension in your lower legs after a workout.

The muscle — usually the calf at the back of the lower leg — tightens and spasms. Nocturnal leg cramps are common, with a high prevalence in older people. Many people with PAD are asymptomatic.

THE KEY TO building a strong, symmetrical physique comes down to focusing on body parts most people neglect. One spot typically overlooked (and improperly trained) than others: the calf muscles.