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Ankle and foot · Strengthening

Tiptoe walking with dumbbells

Tiptoe walking with dumbbells, 3 sets, 12 meters, moderate load

Illustration of the Tiptoe walking with dumbbells exercise

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How to do the exercise

Sets: 3

Distance: 12 meters

Load: moderate

Description: Hold a dumbbell in each hand, arms along the body. Walk slowly on the tips of your toes over a distance of 12 meters, keeping your back straight and your abdominal muscles engaged.

Tips: Keep your gaze straight ahead to maintain balance. Control each step carefully to effectively strengthen the muscles of the foot and ankle.

Progression: Increase the weight of the dumbbells or the distance traveled as walking becomes easier.

At a glance

Goal
Strengthening
Level
Intermediate
Equipment
dumbbells
Starting position
Standing, holding dumbbells, arms along the sides
Clinical goal
Strengthening the muscles of the foot and ankle
Also known as
tiptoe walking with weights, toe walk with dumbbells, tiptoe exercise with weights

Precautions

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This information is educational and does not replace advice from a healthcare professional. Ask your physiotherapist or doctor before starting, especially if you have pain, a recent injury or have had surgery.