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Tibialis anterior at the gym · supplementary strength

Main focus: tibialis anterior, with preparation and supplementary movements. There are 10 movements in total, not all hard sets for the same muscle. Start with one set of the main exercises if returning to training.

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A bench, dumbbells and strength equipment in a bright gym. AI-generated image.
A bench, dumbbells and strength equipment in a bright gym. AI-generated image.
Approximate duration
46 min
Level
Intermediate
Session
10 exercises
Demonstrations
10 with video

Prepare your workout

Equipment
Chair, Light load, Wall and Fixed support; Clear gym space
Before you choose
General option for adults. Check each exercise's equipment and avoid improvised supports.
Intensity
Comfortable load with about 3 reps in reserve. You need not complete every set if technique worsens or you become tired.
Warm-up
Before the session, complete one gentle round of the three listed movements. Allow about 6 minutes for preparation, transitions and rehearsing the first exercise; extend this if needed. Rehearse the first exercise with light resistance before its sets, keeping breathing comfortable.

Duration is approximate. Prepare your equipment and take the indicated rests; needing more rest can make the workout longer.

PREPARE TO MOVE

Your warm-up

Start with this gentle preparation before your working sets. The listed duration includes the warm-up.

  1. Knee-raise march

    60–90 s at a comfortable pace

    Stand in a clear area to march on the spot or move slowly forward. Raise one knee comfortably, coordinating the opposite arm. Place the foot down with control and alternate in a steady rhythm.

    What you train: Trains arm-leg coordination and balance while raising each knee.

    Watch video
  2. Toe and foot-arch control

    1 × 5 gentle shifts onto the toes

    Sit with feet grounded and toes relaxed, without loading the outer foot edge. Lift only the big toe, keeping the other four down. Lower it and lift the other toes; alternate slowly, using a hand if needed.

    What you train: Trains independent toe control and awareness of foot contact.

    Watch video
  3. Supported lateral weight shift

    1 × 6 gentle repetitions

    Stand with feet slightly apart and one hand on a fixed support. Shift weight to one side, bending that knee without lifting either foot. Return through centre with control and repeat the same range on the other side.

    What you train: Trains sideways weight transfer and foot control.

    Watch video
STEP BY STEP

Your complete workout

10 exercises
  1. Supported ankle mobility

    Additional exercise

    1 × 6

    How to do it
    1. Place one foot near a wall with the whole sole grounded.
    2. Move your knee forward in line with your toes, keeping the heel down.
    3. Return slowly and repeat with the other ankle.

    What it trainsTrains ankle mobility with the foot grounded.

    Rest
    Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
    Tempo
    Controlled, without holding your breath
    Effort reserve
    RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
    The movement, step by step

    With your foot planted near a wall, move your knee forwards without lifting your heel. Return and repeat.

    Technique cueStay within a comfortable range; your knee need not touch the wall.

    Watch the demonstration for Supported ankle mobilityNHS University Hospitals Plymouth Physiotherapy · English · Opens a new tab
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    Variations and mistakes to avoid
    More accessible
    Move your foot closer to the wall.
    To progress
    Move your foot slightly further away if you can keep your heel down.
    Avoid this mistake
    Forcing your ankle or rotating your foot to gain distance.
    View exercise guide
  2. Seated ankle mobility

    Additional exercise

    1 × 6

    How to do it
    1. Sit and slightly extend one leg with its foot off the floor.
    2. Slowly draw your toes towards you, moving only the ankle.
    3. Gently point them away, then complete the other side.

    What it trainsTrains ankle mobility without bodyweight on that foot.

    Rest
    Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
    Tempo
    Controlled, without holding your breath
    Effort reserve
    RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
    The movement, step by step

    Sit with one leg slightly extended and your foot off the floor. Point your toes towards you, then gently away. Switch sides.

    Technique cueKeep the leg still so movement stays at the ankle.

    Watch the demonstration for Seated ankle mobilityBromley Healthcare · English · Opens a new tab
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    Variations and mistakes to avoid
    More accessible
    Keep your heel supported and alternate lifting your toes and heel.
    To progress
    Add a brief pause at each comfortable end position.
    Avoid this mistake
    Moving your foot with momentum or pushing into a painful range.
    View exercise guide
  3. Supported toe raise

    Train

    2 × 8

    How to do it
    1. Stand beside a fixed support with both heels grounded.
    2. Lift the fronts of your feet without shifting your body back.
    3. Slowly lower until your whole feet rest on the floor.

    What it trainsStrengthens the front lower-leg muscles that lift your toes while walking.

    Rest
    Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
    Tempo
    Controlled, without holding your breath
    Effort reserve
    RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
    The movement, step by step

    With a fixed support within reach and both heels on the floor, lift the front of your feet. Lower your toes slowly and repeat.

    Technique cueUse a small range and the support to stay steady.

    Watch the demonstration for Supported toe raiseBromley Healthcare · English · Opens a new tab
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    Variations and mistakes to avoid
    More accessible
    Do it seated with your heels supported.
    To progress
    Add a one-second pause at the top.
    Avoid this mistake
    Rocking back on your heels or losing your support.
    View exercise guide
  4. Wall-supported toe raise

    Train

    2 × 8

    How to do it
    1. Rest your back on a wall with feet slightly forward and heels grounded.
    2. Raise both sets of toes towards your shins without lifting heels.
    3. Lower slowly with knees in the same position.

    What it trainsWorks the front lower-leg muscles that lift your toes.

    Rest
    Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
    Tempo
    Controlled, without holding your breath
    Effort reserve
    RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
    The movement, step by step

    Rest your back on a wall with feet slightly forward. Keep heels grounded, raise toes and lower slowly.

    Technique cueBring feet closer to the wall if control is difficult.

    Watch the demonstration for Wall-supported toe raiseJustin Brink · English · Opens a new tab
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    Back against a wall, heels grounded: raise toes and lower with control. Follow the app's range and prescription.

    Variations and mistakes to avoid
    More accessible
    Reduce resistance and range; keep the movement comfortable and controlled.
    To progress
    Once you complete the prescribed amount with control, add one or two repetitions; then slightly increase resistance.
    Avoid this mistake
    Bending knees to avoid ankle work.
    View exercise guide
  5. Gentle foot-arch activation

    Train

    2 × 8

    How to do it
    1. Sit with your foot grounded and toes long and relaxed.
    2. Gently draw the toe bases towards the heel without curling or lifting toes.
    3. Hold the small contraction for three seconds, then fully relax.

    What it trainsTrains arch-supporting foot muscles without curling the toes.

    Rest
    Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
    Tempo
    Controlled, without holding your breath
    Effort reserve
    RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
    The movement, step by step

    With your foot grounded, gently draw the toe bases towards your heel without curling or lifting toes. Hold three seconds and relax.

    Technique cueSeek a very small arch lift with straight toes.

    Watch the demonstration for Gentle foot-arch activationPhysitrack · Audio not verified; written guide in English · Opens a new tab
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    Gently draw the forefoot towards the heel without curling toes.

    Variations and mistakes to avoid
    More accessible
    Reduce resistance and range; keep the movement comfortable and controlled.
    To progress
    Once you complete the prescribed amount with control, add one or two repetitions; then slightly increase resistance.
    Avoid this mistake
    Curling your toes like a claw.
    View exercise guide
  6. Seated calf raise

    Train

    2 × 8

    How to do it
    1. Sit on a stable chair, feet grounded and knees bent.
    2. Raise both heels while forefeet stay on the floor.
    3. Lower slowly without bouncing into the next repetition.

    What it trainsWorks the calves while seated, especially the soleus.

    Rest
    Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
    Tempo
    Controlled, without holding your breath
    Effort reserve
    RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
    The movement, step by step

    Sit with feet grounded, raise heels and lower slowly. For extra resistance, rest a light load on your thighs away from the kneecaps.

    Technique cueIf adding a light load, place it on the thighs away from kneecaps.

    Watch the demonstration for Seated calf raisePhysitrack · Audio not verified; written guide in English · Opens a new tab
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    The video demonstrates the unloaded base movement; add load only if the card permits it and you retain control.

    Variations and mistakes to avoid
    More accessible
    Reduce resistance and range; keep the movement comfortable and controlled.
    To progress
    Once you complete the prescribed amount with control, add one or two repetitions; then slightly increase resistance.
    Avoid this mistake
    Bouncing or placing a load on your knee.
    View exercise guide
  7. Supported calf raise

    Additional exercise

    1 × 6

    How to do it
    1. Stand beside a firm support with weight shared between both feet.
    2. Slowly raise both heels without shifting forward.
    3. Lower with control until your whole feet are grounded.

    What it trainsStrengthens the calves and trains ankle control when rising onto your toes.

    Rest
    Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
    Tempo
    Controlled, without holding your breath
    Effort reserve
    RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
    The movement, step by step

    With a firm support within reach, lift both heels and lower slowly until your whole foot rests on the floor.

    Technique cueKeep your ankles aligned and weight away from the edges of your feet.

    Watch the demonstration for Supported calf raiseBromley Healthcare · English · Opens a new tab
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    Variations and mistakes to avoid
    More accessible
    Reduce the range of movement and use both hands for support.
    To progress
    Do the movement on one leg with support.
    Avoid this mistake
    Bouncing or losing control of your ankle.
    View exercise guide
  8. Gentle calf stretch

    Additional exercise

    1 × 6

    How to do it
    1. Place hands on a wall and step one foot back, both feet facing forward.
    2. Bend the front knee while keeping the rear heel grounded.
    3. Hold gentle calf tension, return slowly and change sides.

    What it trainsGently stretches the calf with stable support.

    Rest
    Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
    Tempo
    Controlled, without holding your breath
    Effort reserve
    RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
    The movement, step by step

    Place your hands on a wall and step one foot back. Keep your back heel on the floor and gently bend your front knee until you feel a light stretch. Switch sides.

    Technique cueBreathe normally and hold without bouncing.

    Watch the demonstration for Gentle calf stretchBromley Healthcare · English · Opens a new tab
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    Variations and mistakes to avoid
    More accessible
    Bring your back foot closer and reduce your lean.
    To progress
    Hold a comfortable position for a few seconds longer without seeking more tension.
    Avoid this mistake
    Forcing the stretch or lifting your back heel.
    View exercise guide
  9. Bent-knee calf raise

    Additional exercise

    1 × 6

    How to do it
    1. Hold a fixed support and slightly bend both knees.
    2. Raise both heels without changing the knee bend.
    3. Lower slowly, keeping the same knee angle.

    What it trainsWorks the calf with emphasis on the soleus.

    Rest
    Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
    Tempo
    Controlled, without holding your breath
    Effort reserve
    RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
    The movement, step by step

    Hold a support with knees slightly bent. Raise both heels and lower slowly without fully straightening your knees.

    Technique cueKeep knees slightly bent throughout.

    Watch the demonstration for Bent-knee calf raiseFoundation Podiatry Townsville · English · Opens a new tab
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    Keep both knees bent while raising and lowering heels. Use this card's stable support and prescription.

    Variations and mistakes to avoid
    More accessible
    Reduce resistance and range; keep the movement comfortable and controlled.
    To progress
    Once you complete the prescribed amount with control, add one or two repetitions; then slightly increase resistance.
    Avoid this mistake
    Continuously changing your knee angle.
    View exercise guide
  10. Calm standing breathing

    Additional exercise

    1 × 6

    How to do it
    1. Stand with feet firm, knees relaxed and shoulders down.
    2. Breathe in comfortably without shrugging or maximally filling your lungs.
    3. Exhale slowly and repeat the cycles in your session.

    What it trainsPractises calm standing breathing and awareness of chest and rib movement.

    Rest
    Rest 45 s or longer until control returns.
    Tempo
    Controlled, without holding your breath
    Effort reserve
    RIR 3: finish with about 3 repetitions you could still perform with good technique.
    The movement, step by step

    With feet firm and knees relaxed, inhale without shrugging and exhale slowly. Complete five comfortable cycles.

    Technique cueUse a natural rhythm without forcing air in or out.

    Watch the demonstration for Calm standing breathingNHS Hampshire and Isle of Wight · Audio not verified; written guide in English · Opens a new tab
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    Variations and mistakes to avoid
    More accessible
    Reduce resistance and range; keep the movement comfortable and controlled.
    To progress
    Once you complete the prescribed amount with control, add one or two repetitions; then slightly increase resistance.
    Avoid this mistake
    Becoming dizzy through breathing too fast.
    View exercise guide

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FINISH THE SESSION

Finish and prepare your next step.

Walk slowly and breathe comfortably for 2–3 minutes. Allow at least one recovery day before repeating hard strength work for the same muscle group.

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General routines for adults. If you have a health condition, an injury, are pregnant or have medical instructions, consult your professional before starting and ask for adaptations. Stop if you experience pain, dizziness or unusual breathlessness.