Chair Supported Toe Stand
The Chair Supported Toe Stand mainly works the calves / shins, with help from the core. You'll need: chair.
Required Equipment
Chair Supported Toe Stand Muscles Worked
Primary
Upper Calf (gastrocnemius); Lower Calf (soleus)
Secondary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
How to do the Chair Supported Toe Stand
Setup
Standing tall, position yourself safely behind a sturdy chair. Place your hands lightly on the top or backrest of the chair for balance. Keep your feet hip-width apart and your core engaged.
Movement
Slowly rise onto the balls of your feet, lifting your heels as high as possible while maintaining a neutral spine.
Hold the peak position for a second to maximize the contraction in your calf muscles.
With control, lower your heels back down to the ground.
Form Tips
Avoid leaning too heavily on the chair; use it only for balance.
Maintain slow, deliberate movement to ensure the work is done by your muscles rather than momentum.
Keep your ankles stable, avoiding rolling them inward or outward.
Chair Supported Toe Stand FAQs
What muscles does the Chair Supported Toe Stand work?
The Chair Supported Toe Stand mainly works the calves / shins, with help from the core. The main muscles are the gastrocnemius and soleus.
What equipment do you need for the Chair Supported Toe Stand?
Chair.
What workout day should the Chair Supported Toe Stand go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
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