calves

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As older whales became more common, they also became more successful at fathering calves than their younger competitors.

From Science Daily • Mar. 5, 2026

Even decades later, the legacy of whaling continues to shape whale populations, affecting not only how many whales exist today but also which males succeed in fathering calves.

From Science Daily • Mar. 5, 2026

“He told me I had to get my calves stronger if I wanted to be great,” James said, smiling at the thought of those conversations from years ago.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2026

It’s primarily the hamstrings and quadriceps, but everything, including the glutes, calves, hips and core, counts.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2026

He left the geysers then, and they waded through water up to their ankles, then calves, then knees.

From Anya and the Nightingale by Sofiya Pasternack