As a result of this lack of attention and very often, lack of available equipment, many bodybuilders build calves, which are lacking development in all areas. This can be fixed, of course, using a few exercises to isolate those poor areas.
If you have small calves…
Standing calf raises will add mass to your lower legs. Seated calf raises will add mass as well as cuts. Leg press calf raises are great for adding mass, as well. Use a dumbbell, barbell, or machine. Moving heavy weight using only the lower legs is the goal, if you wish to add size.
If you have shallow calves…
For calves lacking thickness, donkey calf raises provide isolation in the back of the calves, which gives them a more three-dimensional shape, making them look better from every angle.
If one calf is less developed than the other…
Use one-legged calf raises on the leg press machine, or standing with a dumbbell, to properly deliver extra sets to make this particular group grow. An imbalance should be addressed early to ensure it doesn’t become a major symmetry issue in the future.
If the front of the leg has little muscle…
Use reverse calf raises to beef up this area. It’s already a thin muscle sheet, and many are cursed genetically. However, using the heels to do much of the movement will bring the front calves into play on this movement.
Source: www.BodybuildingToday.com