Exercise guide
Bodyweight Tibialis Raise Wall Supported
- Beginner
- Isolation
- Rep-based
- Lower legs
This exercise isolates the tibialis anterior on the front of the shin, which is crucial for ankle stability, knee health, and decelerating the foot during walking or running.
Reviewed by the Crucible team · Updated June 2026
Muscles worked
Primary
Equipment
Setup
- Stand with your back and glutes flat against a wall.
- Position your feet 12-18 inches away from the wall with your legs straight.
- Keep your heels firmly planted on the ground and your hands at your sides for balance.
How to do it
- Exhale as you pull your toes and the balls of your feet up toward your shins as high as possible.
- Hold the peak contraction at the top for one second, squeezing the muscles on the front of your lower leg.
- Inhale as you slowly lower your feet back to the floor using a controlled 2-3 second tempo.
Form checklist
- Keep your knees fully locked out to ensure the tibialis anterior does the work.
- Maintain constant contact between your upper back/glutes and the wall.
- Avoid using momentum or 'bouncing' your feet off the floor.
- Ensure you are reaching the maximum possible range of motion on every rep.
Pro tips
- Imagine trying to touch your toes to your kneecaps to maximize the mind-muscle connection.
- Perform high-repetition sets (15-25 reps) as the tibialis anterior is a postural muscle that responds well to metabolic stress.
Make it harder
- Move your feet further away from the wall to increase the lever arm and the resistance load.
- Perform the exercise unilaterally (one leg at a time) to double the weight placed on the working muscle.
Frequently asked
- What muscles does the bodyweight tibialis raise wall supported work?
- The bodyweight tibialis raise wall supported primarily targets the tibialis.
- What equipment do you need for the bodyweight tibialis raise wall supported?
- The bodyweight tibialis raise wall supported requires no equipment — just your body weight.
- Is the bodyweight tibialis raise wall supported good for beginners?
- Yes. The bodyweight tibialis raise wall supported is a beginner-friendly movement and a strong foundation to build on.