Knees Over Toes Calf Raise - KOT calf strengthening exercise
Exercise Overview
The knees-over-toes calf raise is a strengthening exercise for the ankle plantarflexors performed with the knees bent forward, which places greater emphasis on the soleus. It is commonly used to improve calf strength, ankle control, and lower-limb tolerance for activities such as walking, running, and stair climbing.
Muscles Involved
SoleusGastrocnemiusTibialis posteriorPeroneus longusPeroneus brevisFlexor hallucis longus
Related Conditions
Achilles tendinopathyCalf weaknessAnkle instabilityReduced ankle plantarflexor strengthPost-ankle sprain rehabilitationRunning-related lower leg pain