How to do Toe Squat
On the floorHoldBeginner
Toe Squat is a on the floor stretch for your ankles, calves and feet.
Step by step
- 1Come to kneeling with your knees together.
- 2Tuck your toes under so you're on the balls of your feet and then slowly sit back onto your heels, hands on your thighs.
What you should feel
Feel the soles of your feet and your toes stretching.
Form tips
- Spread the toes, keep the heels together. Feel the stretch along the soles of the feet. Shoulders down, chest lifted.
- It can be intense… breathe through it softly.
- Let your shoulders relax… let your spine be tall.
Make it easier
If it's too strong, lean forward onto your hands to take some weight off.
Coming out of it
On your next exhale… lean forward… and untuck your toes.
Muscles it works
Move slowly and stop if anything hurts. This is general guidance, not medical advice; check with a professional if you're injured or recovering.
Do Toe Squat with a coach
In BendEase, a voice coach talks you into Toe Squat, cues you through the hold, while the guided video shows you exactly how. It's built into routines for your ankles and calves.
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