What muscles does Heel Walk work?

Heel Walk primarily targets the Lower legs.

What equipment do I need for Heel Walk?

Heel Walk is a bodyweight exercise. No additional equipment is required, though you may add resistance for progression.

How do I perform Heel Walk correctly?

Heel Walk is performed in 7 steps. Start by: Stand tall with feet hip-width apart, arms at your sides or hands on hips for balance. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.

What type of exercise is Heel Walk?

Heel Walk is a strength training exercise designed to build muscle and increase force production. It primarily works the Lower legs.

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The Heel Walk is a bodyweight strength exercise where you rise onto your toes and walk forward while maintaining balance on the balls of your feet, emphasizing controlled steps to build endurance and stability. It primarily targets the lower leg muscles, including the calves (gastrocnemius and soleus), tibialis anterior, and intrinsic foot muscles. Ideal for athletes, runners, or anyone seeking to improve ankle strength, posture, and injury prevention in the lower extremities.

How to Perform Heel Walk

1Stand tall with feet hip-width apart, arms at your sides or hands on hips for balance.
2Rise up onto the balls of both feet, lifting heels as high as possible while keeping knees straight.
3Engage your core and look straight ahead.
4Take small steps forward, walking on your toes for 20-30 feet or 30-60 seconds, inhaling steadily through the nose.
5Keep heels elevated throughout each step; exhale through the mouth as you push off with each toe stride.
6Maintain a tall posture without leaning forward or letting knees bend excessively.
7Key form tips: Avoid bouncing or dropping heels between steps—keep tension constant in calves. Common mistakes: Arching the lower back or looking down, which disrupts balance; shorten distance if form breaks.