Exercise Comparison
Anterior Tibialis-SMR vs Knee Circles
Anterior Tibialis-SMR
intermediate·Other
Knee Circles
beginner·Bodyweight·compound
Side-by-Side
Anterior Tibialis-SMR
VS
Knee Circles
intermediate
Level
beginner
Other
Equipment
Bodyweight
N/A
Mechanic
compound
static
Force
pull
Stretching
Category
Stretching
calves
Primary
calves
None
Secondary
hamstringsquadriceps
Muscle Analysis
Shared
calves
Only in Knee Circles
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.
Knee Circles
1
Stand with your legs together and hands by your waist.
2
Now move your knees in a circular motion as you breathe normally.
3
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Verdict
Both exercises target the calves. Anterior Tibialis-SMR is a intermediate exercise using other, while Knee Circles is beginner and uses bodyweight. Choose Knee Circles if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Anterior Tibialis-SMR for a greater challenge.