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Floor Seated Tibiali Raise

Strengthen shins & improve ankle mobility! Floor Seated Tibialis Raises target often-neglected muscles for better lower body health.

The Floor Seated Tibiali Raise mainly works the calves / shins. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Floor Seated Tibiali Raise Muscles Worked

Primary

Shin (tibialis anterior)

Secondary

Lower Calf (soleus)

How to do the Floor Seated Tibiali Raise

  1. Starting Position:

    • Sit on the floor with your legs extended straight out in front of you.

    • Keep your back straight and your core engaged for stability.

  2. Positioning Your Feet:

    • Bend your knees slightly, bringing your feet closer to your body.

    • Place your hands on the floor beside your hips for support or hug your knees with your arms.

  3. Movement:

    • Keeping your knees bent, lift your toes towards your shins.

    • Focus on engaging your tibialis anterior (the muscle along the front of your lower leg).

    • Hold this position for a moment to feel the stretch.

  4. Returning:

    • Slowly lower your toes back to their original position without touching the ground.

    • Repeat the lift and lower motion for 10-15 repetitions.

  5. Breathing:

    • Inhale as you lift your toes and exhale as you lower them.

  6. Tips:

    • Keep your movements controlled to maximize the effectiveness of the exercise.

    • If you feel any discomfort, stop the exercise and adjust your position.

  7. Finish:

    • After completing your repetitions, relax your legs and take a moment to stretch your feet and ankles.

Floor Seated Tibiali Raise FAQs

What muscles does the Floor Seated Tibiali Raise work?

The Floor Seated Tibiali Raise mainly works the calves / shins. The main muscles are the tibialis anterior.

What equipment do you need for the Floor Seated Tibiali Raise?

None. The Floor Seated Tibiali Raise is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

What workout day should the Floor Seated Tibiali Raise go on?

It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.

What are some Floor Seated Tibiali Raise variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Ankle Dorsal Flexion, Bodyweight Wall-Supported Tibiali Raise, Cable Seated Foot Inversion and Dorsal Flexion Hold.

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