Struggling with Toe Walking? Here’s Why & How to Fix It Toe walking happens when your body shifts too far forward, which can cause tight leg muscles and poor shock absorption when you move. Stretching the calves alone won’t solve the issue—you need to focus on shifting your weight backward. How to improve: 1️⃣ Wall squat: Stand far enough from the wall to keep your heels down. Squat to just above parallel, push your hips back into the wall, and breathe deeply for 60 seconds. 2️⃣ Walk backward or