What muscles does Kettlebell Tibialis Raise work?

Kettlebell Tibialis Raise primarily targets the Lower legs.

What equipment do I need for Kettlebell Tibialis Raise?

Kettlebell Tibialis Raise requires Kettlebell. Make sure to select an appropriate weight for your fitness level.

How do I perform Kettlebell Tibialis Raise correctly?

Kettlebell Tibialis Raise is performed in 7 steps. Start by: Stand tall with feet hip-width apart, holding a kettlebell upside down by the horns (handles) with both hands in front of your chest at shoulder height, elbows tucked. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.

What type of exercise is Kettlebell Tibialis Raise?

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

Kettlebell Tibialis Raise

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The Kettlebell Tibialis Raise is a targeted strength exercise that involves dorsiflexing the ankles by lifting the toes upward against the resistance of a held kettlebell placed on the top of the foot or shin. Its primary purpose is to strengthen and build the tibialis anterior muscle in the lower legs, improving ankle stability, reducing shin splint risk, and enhancing foot and lower leg resilience. Runners, athletes prone to anterior lower leg strain, and those seeking balanced calf development benefit most from this simple, equipment-minimal movement.

How to Perform Kettlebell Tibialis Raise

1Stand tall with feet hip-width apart, holding a kettlebell upside down by the horns (handles) with both hands in front of your chest at shoulder height, elbows tucked.
2Shift weight to the balls of your feet and rise onto your tiptoes as high as possible, dorsiflexing your ankles fully (toes pointed toward shins).
3Inhale as you slowly lower your heels below the starting level, stretching the tibialis anterior muscles (keep knees soft, not locked).
4Exhale as you press through the balls of your feet to raise your heels back up high, squeezing the front of your shins at the top.
5Pause briefly at the top for 1 second, maintaining tension.
6Repeat for desired reps, then lower heels to the floor to finish the set.
7Key form tips: Keep core braced and body upright—avoid leaning back or forward. Move slowly (3 seconds down, 1 second up) for control. Common mistakes: Using momentum or bouncing; letting heels drop too fast; locking knees.