[orange_]

So.. I have skinny legs already but I just want to tone them a bit.
I've heard running fast for a short period of time will create big calves while running long distance at a slow pace won't?
Is this true? I don't want big calves but I just want to prevent it from happening.

so my current workout regimen is:
running for 45 min 4x a week, lifting weights for 30 min 2x a week, and resting 1 day.
Is lifting weights required to get a toned body?
also, for running, I first start out walking and a light jog for 2 min, and run in 10 intervals for 4 min and rest for 1 min.

Is this a good workout regimen?
I also want to lose a little stomach fat and get abs.

sorry this is really detailed
really appreciate any help. thanks

[Kanzen]

I think that's right? My boyfriend is a long distance runner (like three miles everyday), and he has HUGE thighs, but his calves are really lean. Maybe that's just his body, though.

EDIT+ Actually, his thighs aren't huge when you look at them, just when he flexes. Don't mean to scare you.

[Numberthree]

Search for calf exercises on the internet. Personally, I suggest doing squats with heavy weights and doing calf raises whenever you can. The latter is very easy to do, and very convenient.

[shawtieexbby]

I have big calves & thighs too i was told doing 90 degree leg lifts laying down works for toning. Im trying that maybe you can try that too =]

[b18c1]

looks good. make sure when you are lifting weights that you do a lot of compound exercises (those that work out more than 1 body part) such as pushups, clean n press, squats, lunges, etc. I'd stick to around 15-20 reps for your goals with 3x sets