Legs

Short foot grip

Activation · Standing

How to do it

With feet on the floor, gently shorten the midfoot as if gripping the floor, keep the toes soft, not clawed.

Dose

8 reps · 3s hold

What you should feel

The arch of your foot engaging

Common mistake

Clawing hard with the toes or holding the breath.

Make it easier

Do it seated with less effort.

Avoid this movement if

Your foot cramps or you have a plantar flare.

Why DeskBreak uses it

Light work for the small muscles of the foot.

Stop this movement if it causes sharp or worsening pain, numbness, weakness or dizziness.