Bodyweight Wall-Supported Tibiali Raise
Strengthen shins, improve ankle stability! Wall support helps beginners perfect this effective bodyweight exercise.
The Bodyweight Wall-Supported Tibiali Raise mainly works the calves / shins. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Bodyweight Wall-Supported Tibiali Raise Muscles Worked
Primary
Shin (tibialis anterior)
Secondary
Lower Calf (soleus)
Bodyweight Wall-Supported Tibiali Raise Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Bodyweight Wall-Supported Tibiali Raise
Bodyweight Tibialis Raise (Wall Supported)
Positioning:
Stand with your back against a wall.
Your feet should be shoulder-width apart and about a foot away from the wall.
Place your hands together in front of your chest or allow them to rest at your sides.
Movement:
Slowly lift your toes while keeping your heels on the ground. Focus on using your shin muscles (tibialis anterior) to perform the movement.
Raise your toes as high as possible without lifting your heels off the ground.
Hold the raised position for a moment.
Gradually lower your toes back to the starting position.
Repetition:
Repeat the movement for 10-15 repetitions.
Ensure smooth, controlled movements to avoid straining your muscles.
Breathing:
Inhale as you raise your toes and exhale as you lower them.
Tips:
Keep your core engaged and your posture straight to maintain balance.
If you're having trouble maintaining balance, use the wall for support by lightly touching it with your hands.
Cool Down:
After completing the exercise, gently stretch your calves and shins to prevent tightness.
Bodyweight Wall-Supported Tibiali Raise FAQs
What muscles does the Bodyweight Wall-Supported Tibiali Raise work?
The Bodyweight Wall-Supported Tibiali Raise mainly works the calves / shins. The main muscles are the tibialis anterior.
What equipment do you need for the Bodyweight Wall-Supported Tibiali Raise?
None. The Bodyweight Wall-Supported Tibiali Raise is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What workout day should the Bodyweight Wall-Supported Tibiali Raise go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Bodyweight Wall-Supported Tibiali Raise variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Ankle Dorsal Flexion, Wall-Supported Calf Raise, Dorsal Flexion Hold and Posterior Tibiali Roll-Ball.
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