Exercise Comparison
Anterior Tibialis-SMR vs Balance Board
Anterior Tibialis-SMR
intermediate·Other
Balance Board
beginner·Other·compound
Side-by-Side
Anterior Tibialis-SMR
VS
Balance Board
intermediate
Level
beginner
Other
Equipment
Other
N/A
Mechanic
compound
static
Force
N/A
Stretching
Category
Strength
calves
Primary
calves
None
Secondary
hamstringsquadriceps
Muscle Analysis
Shared
calves
Only in Balance Board
hamstringsquadriceps
Instructions
Anterior Tibialis-SMR
1
Begin seated on the ground with your legs bent and your feet on the floor.
2
Using a Muscle Roller or a rolling pin, apply pressure to the muscles on the outside of your shins. Work from just below the knee to above the ankle, pausing at points of tension for 10-30 seconds. Repeat on the other leg.
Balance Board
1
Place a balance board in front of you.
2
Stand up on it and try to balance yourself.
3
Hold the balance for as long as desired.
Verdict
Both exercises target the calves. Anterior Tibialis-SMR is a intermediate exercise using other, while Balance Board is beginner and uses other. Choose Balance Board if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Anterior Tibialis-SMR for a greater challenge.