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How to Do Posterior Tibialis Stretch

Step-by-step instructions, muscles worked and workouts that use the posterior tibialis stretch.

Posterior Tibialis Stretch animated demonstration from start to end position

Main muscles	Calves
Also works	—
Equipment	Other
Level	Intermediate
Type	Stretching

How to do it

In a seated position, loop a belt, rope, or band around one foot. This will be your starting position.
With the leg extended and the heel off of the ground, pull on the belt so that the foot is everted, with the outside of the foot being pulled towards you. Hold for 10-20 seconds, and then switch sides.

Form tips

Start light and own the movement before adding weight.
Control the lowering phase — don't drop into it.
Keep breathing; exhale on the hardest part.
Stop if you feel sharp pain (different from muscle burn).

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Gear for this exercise

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Exercise photos and instructions: free-exercise-db (public domain). Animation made from the real start and end photos.

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