Cable Seated Foot Eversion
Strengthen your ankles! This exercise targets your lower leg muscles, improving stability and preventing injuries.
The Cable Seated Foot Eversion mainly works the calves / shins. You'll need: ankle cuff attachment or cable machine.
Required Equipment


Cable Seated Foot Eversion Muscles Worked
Primary
Shin (tibialis anterior)
Cable Seated Foot Eversion Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Cable Seated Foot Eversion
Set up a cable machine with the pulley at the lowest position.
Attach an ankle strap to the cable and then secure it around the lower part of your ankle.
Sit on the ground with your legs extended in front of you and position yourself so that the cable is aligned with the direction of foot eversion.
Move away from the cable machine until there is light tension on the cable while your foot is in a neutral position.
While keeping your leg stationary, rotate your foot outward (away from the midline of your body), using the lateral muscles in your lower leg.
Perform the movement in a controlled manner, eversion the foot as far as comfortable without moving your leg.
Slowly return to the starting position, controlling the resistance.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and sets, then swap to the other leg.
Be sure to adjust the resistance to a suitable weight that allows for controlled movement while still working the muscles effectively. It's also important to ensure the ankle strap is secure to avoid slippage and maintain proper form throughout the exercise.
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Cable Seated Foot Eversion FAQs
What muscles does the Cable Seated Foot Eversion work?
The Cable Seated Foot Eversion mainly works the calves / shins. The main muscles are the tibialis anterior.
What equipment do you need for the Cable Seated Foot Eversion?
Ankle cuff attachment or cable machine.
What workout day should the Cable Seated Foot Eversion go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Cable Seated Foot Eversion variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Cable Seated Foot Inversion, Resistance-Band Seated Foot Eversion, Resistance-Band Seated Foot Inversion and Seated Tibiali Anterior Press.
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