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Standing great-toe flexion
Progression of Great-Toe Flexion
PROGRESSION · HOW TO DO IT
Standing great-toe flexion
These steps are written specifically for the Standing great-toe flexion. Follow them in order and stop before you lose the position.
- 01Set up your version
Set up specifically for the Standing great-toe flexion. Begin tall with the feet planted and the ribs stacked over the pelvis.
- 02Move the pattern
Keep the heel and other toes quiet as you press the big-toe pad down into the floor.
- 03Match the demand
Treat this version as the only progression; do not add load, range, and tempo at the same time.
- 04Finish with control
Hold the pressure without rolling the ankle inward, then let the toe rise slowly. Do not roll the ankle inward.
START WHERE YOU CAN WIN
Regress the demand
EARN THE NEXT STEP
Progress the ownership
More about this movement
FEET & TOES / 41
Standing great-toe flexion
Sets: 3 · Reps: 12–20 per side
Standing great-toe flexion is a progression of Great-Toe Flexion. Use the written card above for its exact setup and execution.
Short range: Short range means the target muscle finishes squeezed in its shortened position.
WHY IT EARNS A SPOT
Own the position,
then earn the load.
The great toe finishes flexed against resistance, strengthening the push-off side of the tripod foot and improving independent toe control.