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Hello doctor.i am 20years old girl, i would like to know if i can decrease calf muscle mass by exercising? thank you

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Dr. Albert Pizzo answered

Calf muscle size: No. Calf muscle size will usually increase with any exercise that involves you legs.

Dr Niazi agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Vadim Glukh answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

Calf size - yes: The size could be reduced by certain exercises and diets, if they are large secondary to obesity or fluid retention. The muscle is what would likely to remain largely intact if exercising.

Dr Pizzo and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/11/2015

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A member asked:

Hello doctor.i am 20years old girl, i would like to know if i can decrease calf muscle mass by exercising? thank you

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Albert Pizzo answered

Dr Niazi agreed

Dr. Vadim Glukh answered

Dr Pizzo and another doctor agreed

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