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Step-Through Walks (Push-Off Focus)

BeginnerBalanceTier T1

Slow walking focusing on heel-to-toe pattern and strong push-off. Restores normal gait mechanics after ankle injury.

Targets: Ankle

Stop if

Choose an easier exercise if pain reaches 6 out of 10 or becomes sharp. Stop and rest if pain reaches 8 out of 10.

This is the general ClapMove rule. This exercise has no extra stop rule of its own.

  • Pain 6 out of 10 or more: choose an easier exercise.
  • Pain 8 out of 10 or more: stop and rest.

Equipment needed

  • Works at home

Home Options

  • wall

Dosage

2

Sets

300 sec

Reps / Time

60 sec

Rest

5-10 minutes of focused walking

Tempo

Step-by-Step Guide

Set up

  • Clear walking path (20+ feet ideal)
  • Walk in comfortable shoes or barefoot
  • Near wall or rail if balance is concern

  1. No image for this step. Follow the written instruction.

    Step 1 of 5

    Start walking at slow, deliberate pace

  2. No image for this step. Follow the written instruction.

    Step 2 of 5

    Land each step on heel first

  3. No image for this step. Follow the written instruction.

    Step 3 of 5

    Roll weight through midfoot to forefoot

  4. No image for this step. Follow the written instruction.

    Step 4 of 5

    Push off through ball of foot and big toe

  5. No image for this step. Follow the written instruction.

    Step 5 of 5

    Focus on smooth, complete pattern

Breathing

  • Breathe naturally

Form Cues

  • Heel strikes first, toe leaves last
  • Push off strongly - this drives the step
  • Feel calf working during push-off
  • Smooth weight transfer through foot

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Flat-footed landing (no heel strike)
  • Weak push-off
  • Walking too fast to feel pattern
  • Limping or avoiding full weight

Safety Information

Important for restoring normal gait. Very safe activity.

Progressions

Normal-speed walking, inclines, backward walking

Regressions

Shorter duration, near support

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