No, we’re not joking — your calf muscles are called the ‘second heart.’ Here's why

Your calf muscles are often referred to as the 'second heart' because they play a crucial role in pumping blood around the ...
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Strong leg muscles may be linked with better outcomes after heart attack, study suggests

(CNN) — Growing evidence shows that building muscle strength can have benefits for your heart, even leading to better outcomes after a heart attack. Having a higher level of leg muscle strength ...
Indiatimes

Why experts call the calf muscle our body’s ‘second heart,’ and 5 ways to keep it strong for better circulation

Every step taken, every stretch made, a hidden muscle in the legs is hard at work. It doesn’t just help with balance or movement; it supports one of the body’s most vital systems, circulation. Experts ...
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Strong leg muscles possibly linked to improved health results after a heart attack, study finds

Improving heart health can be done using different methods, and a study suggests it can happen by building muscle strength that can produce better results after a heart attack. The new report implies ...
New York Post

Don’t ignore your leg pain — it could be a sign of deadly heart disease

Those wanting to get a leg up on their heart health should pay attention to pain in their lower limbs. While some may chalk up pain in their calves from walking to aging or muscle strain, it could be ...