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Toe Walking
Walking on your toes with heels lifted off the ground. Strengthens calves and forefoot, challenges balance.
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
- Works at the gym
none
Home Options
- bodyweight
Dosage
3
Sets
30 sec
Reps / Time
30 sec
Rest
30 sec or 20-30 steps
Tempo
Step-by-Step Guide
Set up
- Stand in clear walking space
- Rise up onto the balls of your feet
- Keep heels off the ground
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Step 1 of 5
Rise up as high as possible on your toes
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Step 2 of 5
Walk forward maintaining the height
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Step 3 of 5
Keep heels off the ground the entire time
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Step 4 of 5
Take small, controlled steps
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Step 5 of 5
Walk 20-30 steps or 30 seconds
Breathing
- Breathe naturally throughout
Form Cues
- Stay as high as possible
- Don't let heels drop
- Feel the calves working
- Keep good posture
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Heels dropping during walk
- Not staying high enough
- Steps too long
- Losing balance
Safety Information
Very safe. Good for calf strength and balance. Use support if balance is a concern.
Progressions
Longer duration, add light weights, backwards toe walking
Regressions
Shorter duration, hold support
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