Seated Tibialis Raise
Seated with a plate on the toes, raise the forefoot to train the tibialis anterior under load.
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Demo video from YouTube, played in its own player.
Sets and reps
- For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets.
- For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9).
- Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.
General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.
Variations
The same movement with other equipment or a different angle.
Alternatives
Other exercises for the calves, for when the plate is taken or you want a change.
Questions
- What muscles does the Seated Tibialis Raise work?
- The Seated Tibialis Raise mainly works the calves.
- What equipment do you need for the Seated Tibialis Raise?
- A plate.
- How many sets and reps of the Seated Tibialis Raise?
- For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets. For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9). Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.
- What can I do instead of the Seated Tibialis Raise?
- Ankle Dorsiflexion Mobilization, Barbell Standing Calf Raise, Bodyweight Calf Raise and Donkey Calf Raise work the same main muscle.
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Coaches add the Seated Tibialis Raise to any workout in CoachVana, set the sets, reps, load and rest, and clients see this demo as they train.
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