Standing Foot Muscles Activation
Description
The standing foot muscles activation is a foot strengthening drill that activates the small muscles of the feet. The mover presses the toes into the floor and spreads them to engage the arch and stabilizers. It is useful for foot health.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Standing Foot Muscles Activation Instructions
- Stand barefoot with the feet hip width apart.
- Brace your core and keep the chest up.
- Press the big toe firmly into the floor.
- Spread the other toes wide.
- Lift and lower the other toes one at a time.
- Engage the arch of the foot.
- Hold the activation briefly.
- Release and repeat.
Standing Foot Muscles Activation Form & Visual
Standing Foot Muscles Activation Benefits
- Builds foot strength
- Trains the arches
- Strong activation drill
- Useful for balance
- Improves foot health
Standing Foot Muscles Activation Muscles Worked
- Calves
- Tibialis anterior
- Gastrocnemius
Standing Foot Muscles Activation Variations & Alternatives
- Toe Spread
- Calf Raise
- Single Leg Balance
- Towel Scrunch
