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Bodyweight Tibialis Raise

A standing bodyweight exercise for the muscles at the front of the lower leg, lifting the forefeet while the heels stay grounded.

Demonstration

Instructions

  1. Stand with your back supported against a wall. Place your feet about hip-width apart a short distance in front of you, with knees nearly straight.
  2. Keep both heels on the floor and lift your forefeet and toes toward your shins without moving your hips or bending your knees.
  3. Lower the forefeet slowly to the floor and repeat, keeping your heels in the same place.
Muscle Group
Tibialis Anterior
Type
Strength
Mechanics
Isolation
Laterality
Bilateral
Movement Mode
Dynamic
Equipment
Body Only
Difficulty
Beginner

Technique tips

  1. Move the feet closer to the wall to make the movement easier, or farther away to increase the challenge.