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1. Balance improvement: Tibialis anterior strengthening can improve stability and balance, lowering the risk of falls and accidents. As such, a tib bar can be utilised to achieve progressive overload on the tib muscle.
2. Injury avoidance: By stabilising the ankle joint, the tibialis anterior muscle helps prevent sprains, strains, and other ankle-related injuries during physical activity.
3. Shin splint prevention: The tibialis anterior muscle, which supports and stabilises the shinbone, can be strengthened to relieve shin splints, a frequent overuse condition affecting the shins.
4. Improved foot arch support: The tibialis anterior helps to keep the foot arch in place. Training this muscle helps lessen foot pain and discomfort by improving arch support and may prevent flat feet.
5. Enhanced wallking and running mechanics: Dorsiflexion, the movement that brings the foot inward, is made easier by tibialis anterior strength.
6. Increased ankle mobility: Improve ankle mobility for low depth squatting, jumping and lunging by consistently training the tibialis anterior for better flexibility and movement during these activities.
7. Rehabilitation following ankle injuries: Tibialis anterior muscle strengthening is essential during the healing process following ankle injuries as it aids in regaining strength, stability, and normal ankle joint function. This can be achieved by using equipment such as a tib bar or by performing exercises such as tibialis raises.
8. Functional performance improvement: A strong tibialis anterior muscle adds to total lower limb strength, power, and performance in everyday activities, sports, and athletic competition.
9. Postural alignment: The tibialis anterior contributes to maintaining good foot and ankle alignment, which improves posture and alignment all over the body.
10. Injury recovery and prehabilitation: By training the tibialis anterior proactively, you can reduce the risk of future injuries and hasten the healing process if any ankle or lower leg injuries occur.