Toe Lift

Setup

• Stand facing away from a wall or use a solid vertical surface for stability.

• Position your feet a few inches away from the wall to provide adequate clearance for your toes.

• Place your back against the wall, or lighty touch it with your fingertips for balance as shown.

Movement

• Keep your heels planted firmly on the ground throughout the movement.

• Actively lift your toes and the forefoot off the floor by contracting the muscles at the front of your lower leg (tibialis anterior).

• Pause briefly at the top to feel a strong contraction.

• Slowly lower your toes back to the floor in a controlled manner.

Tips

• Ensure you are not leaning forward; maintain an upright torso.

• Focus on an isolated movement of the ankle; do not use your hips or knees to generate momentum.