Men’s calves were the hottest body part during Medieval time
We all can agree leg days are brutal! Every leg day at the gym is followed by two to three days of wobbly walking and sore knees. However, Medieval men considered calf muscles a symbol of strength and beauty. Men were not supposed to focus on their appearances but on how much they could provide for their families. However, the socially elite men were quite fond of maintaining their appearances.
Muscular calves were the fashion statement amidst aristocracies back in their time. Henry VIII’s calves were poetically described as “an extremely fine calf to his leg.” To be known for one’s calves might be one of the strangest beauty trends to have existed, and interestingly enough, it continues to do so. Maintaining muscular and chiseled legs is a big deal among bodybuilders and gym enthusiasts. Still, it’s safe to say that now it is more socially acceptable even if you don’t have a muscular, buffed calf.