Slant Boards

Each of our slant board options is designed to support different training needs within the Knees Over Toes system:

The Slant Board is our classic, go-to option for daily use. It features a fixed incline, compact design, and durable construction perfect for standard movements and consistent training.

The Slant Stack is ideal if you want more flexibility and progression. It includes stackable platforms that let you adjust the height over time, making it great for rehab, strength building, and adapting to different exercises.

The Slant Ramps are best for split-stance and unilateral work. They come as two separate angled ramps, giving you the freedom to train each leg independently or use a wider range of foot positions for mobility and control.

All three options support proper form, improved joint mechanics, and long-term durability. Choose based on your training style and how much adjustability you want in your setup.

The Tib Bar Guy offers three distinct slant board tools, each serving a different purpose based on your training style, needs, and goals. Here’s how they compare:

The Slant Board

Best for foundational slant board training. This is the go-to tool for deep knee flexion exercises like KOT split squats, heel elevated squats, and full range of motion lunges. Built with a fixed incline, textured anti-slip surface, and heavy duty structure, the Slant Board is the standard for KOT style quad training and knee bulletproofing work. It is perfect for:

• Beginners to advanced users
• Knee bulletproofing and quad strength
• Everyday training, mobility drills, and warm-ups

The Slant Stack

Best for adjustable elevation and progressive range of motion training. The Slant Stack is a series of high-density, stackable risers designed to sit beneath the standard Slant Board. With the Slant Stack you can progressively increase the elevation of movements like Poliquin step-ups in order to increase the difficulty.

Conversely, you can use this elevation to regress other movements, such as KOT split squats, and gradually progress them by lowering the elevation. The Slant Stack platforms can even be used stand alone (without the Slant Board on top) to act as a flat surface deficit for a variety of standard weight room exercises (such as deficit deadlifts and deficit Romanian deadlifts). The Slant Stack is perfect for:

• Intermediate and advanced athletes
• Progressive range of motion training
• Users wanting to scale difficulty safely over time

The Slant Ramps

Best for split stance and unilateral work. These Slant Ramps are lightweight, portable wedges that are sold in pairs and can be used independently under each foot. Additionally, the angle of each ramp can be adjusted to a variety of different positions to suit a multitude of different training styles and goals. This makes them very well suited for any movement requiring a staggered setup or that benefits from having access to an adjustable slant angle. The Slant Ramps are perfect for:

• Mobility training, rehab, or PT clinics
• Athletes who benefit from a variety of single leg work
• Versatile, space-conscious home gym setups

Quick Comparison

Product

Slant Board

Best For: All around deep knee work
Unique Benefit: Classic, stable, fixed angle platform

Slant Stack

Best For: Progressive elevation
Unique Benefit: Stackable risers to increase challenge safely

Slant Ramps

Best For: Foot specific & unilateral
Unique Benefit: Adjustable wedges for custom foot positioning

Absolutely. Slant Boards become even more effective when used in combination with other tools in The Tib Bar Guy system. Here are some of the top pairings:

• Tib Trainers: Pair quad-dominant slant board work with anterior shin and ankle training to strengthen the knees from both above and below the joint for greater overall durability.
• Reverse Squat Strap: Targets the often neglected hip flexor muscles and deepens the effectiveness of anterior chain training, making it a great complement to the deep knee bending that is part and parcel with slant board based training.
• Nordic Benches : While slant board work strengthens the front of the knee, Nordic curls train the back side of it. Pairing these modalities together creates a well-rounded and comprehensive bulletproofing routine.
• Resistance Bands or Change Plates: Add resistance or assistance depending on your goals and current level of readiness. Perfect for ensuring manageable progressive overload.
• TBG Floss Bands: These compression bands are ideal for warming up stiff knees, increasing blood flow to tendons, or providing a boost in joint recovery after intense bulletproofing sessions. Great for pre-training prep or recovery. 

Together, these tools build a complete lower body bulletproofing system, from ankles to hips.

Slant Boards are incredibly versatile and can benefit almost anyone, from elite athletes to general fitness enthusiasts. They’re especially valuable for:

• Athletes working on explosiveness, mobility, and VMO strength for enhanced joint control and injury resilience.
• Lifters wanting to build bigger, stronger legs by loading deep ranges of motion with better form and enhanced quadriceps engagement. A Slant Board can strengthen the quads and knees while reinforcing upright posture and cleaner squat mechanics.
• Rehab clients recovering from knee, quad, and even ankle injuries. The Slant Board is ideal for restoring deep knee flexion and tendon tolerance in post-injury phases.
• Everyday users: Great for addressing knee pain and improving functional movement in everyday life. Anyone looking to move better, squat deeper, or bulletproof their lower body will benefit from Slant Board training.

If your training goals include reducing knee pain, building resilient joints, or unlocking greater movement capacity, a slant board is one of the smartest, most versatile investments you can make.

A Slant Board is an angled training platform that elevates the heels to promote greater knees over toes mechanics during lower body strength training. By increasing the amount of dorsiflexion available at the ankles, a Slant Board allows for deeper knee flexion with a more upright posture and greater quadriceps engagement. Here’s what it helps with:

• Quad development: especially the VMO, which plays a critical role in knee stability
• Joint resilience: by enhancing tendon durability and building strength in end range positions
• Tendon strength: Movements like Poliquin step-ups (perfectly executed on the Slant Board) are specifically designed to load and strengthen the patella tendon on the front of the knee.
• Postural improvements: Enhanced dorsiflexion range of motion helps you maintain a more upright torso during squatting movement, thereby loading the legs more effectively.
• Long term pain reduction: through targeted training that reinforces tissue capacity and tolerance.

Whether you're focused on bulletproofing your knees, improving performance, or simply regaining the ability to move through full ranges without pain, slant board training offers a simple and scalable solution.

Check out our Getting Started & Learning section to get the most out of our Slant Boards.

If you’re new to Slant Board training or just picked up one of The Tib Bar Guy’s Slant Boards, you don’t need to figure it out alone. The website offers two key resources to help you get started with confidence:

• The Training Collective: a dedicated hub that walks you through how each piece of equipment works, the various exercises each piece can be used for, and the muscles each specific movement targets.
• Learn Section: Once you're comfortable with basic setup and movements, the Learn section dives into the why and the how behind the training. You’ll find in-depth articles on topics like quad-focused bulletproofing, deep knee flexion, and how consistent slant board training supports knee, ankle, and hip health. It’s especially useful if you want to understand the biomechanics behind the gear and how to use it to maximize your long term results with the equipment for a variety of different goals, from performance to rehab to bulletproofing.

Together, these sections create a complete roadmap for your Slant Board journey, whether you're starting from scratch or simply leveling up your current training routine.

Yes, and the good news is that most slant board products require no assembly at all. They're designed to be plug-and-play, with a focus on ease of use and immediate training readiness. Here’s what to expect:

• The Slant Board: ships fully assembled. Just unbox, place it on a stable surface, and you’re ready to train.
• The Slant Stack: each riser comes ready to use. Simply stack them under your Slant Board to adjust the height. No tools or hardware needed.
• The Slant Ramps: Like the Slant Board, these arrive fully assembled and can be used right out of the box. Set your desired foot angle and start training.

For positioning tips and beginner-friendly movement breakdowns, head to the The Training Collective. Visuals and written instructions make it easy to hit the ground running, even if you’ve never used this type of equipment before. For a more advanced deep dive on Slant Board training head over to the Learn section. Full assembly instructions (with video walkthroughs and visual demonstrations) for all other pieces of Tib Bar Guy equipment can be found in the Getting Started section.

If you ever have questions beyond that, the TBG support team is responsive and happy to help you troubleshoot or guide you further.

Check out our Training Collective to get the most out of your Slant Board.

The Training Collective is The Tib Bar Guy's centralized hub for learning how to train with every piece of TBG equipment, including the Slant Board lineup. The Training Collective offers curated breakdowns of how each product works, what exercises it's best used for, whats muscles these various movements target, and how to get the most out of your training.

When it comes to Slant Boards, the Training Collective covers exercises like Poliquin step-ups, Slant Board split squats, VMO squats, calf raises, Jefferson curls, and more, along with providing detailed visual demonstrations.

This section, along with the Learn section, are especially helpful for users who want more than just a piece of training equipment, but are instead also searching for structured training advice. The content is actionable, supported with plenty of visuals, and regularly updated, so whether you're a rehab-minded beginner or a performance-driven athlete, you'll find practical guidance here tailored to your needs.

Slant Boards are a powerful tool for improving lower body performance, knee mobility, and joint resilience. By elevating the heels, they create greater tibial inclination during squatting and lunging movements, which allows for deeper knee flexion while maintaining an upright torso. This movement pattern emphasizes the quadriceps, particularly the VMO, which is critical for knee resilience and strength. Using a Slant Board regularly can:

• Increase quad and knee mobility
• Improve squat depth and form
• Build greater leg strength
• Strengthen connective tissue around the knees
• Reduce compensatory strain on the hips and low back
• Accelerate recovery from knee pain or previous injuries

It also provides a low impact, high reward alternative to traditional leg training, making it ideal for warm-ups, accessory work, or rehab sessions.

The most effective Slant Board exercises emphasize quad strength and knee durability. Top movements include:

• Poliquin Step-Ups – emphasis on knees over toes; targets the VMO and patella tendon
• KOT Split Squats – emphasis on full knee bend with a unilateral pattern; promote full joint mobility, total quad development, and end range strength.
• Heel-Elevated Squats – emphasis on full knee bend with a bilateral pattern; promotes total quad development and greatly enhances leg strength; helps improve squat depth and posture while increasing quad engagement
• Jefferson Curls – emphasis on fully lengthening the hamstrings and safely flexing the spine; slow, controlled spinal flexion while standing on the Slant Board builds hamstring flexibility, enhances spinal articulation, and bolsters posterior chain resilience. 
• Calf Raises – the angle of the Slant Board allows for a greater stretch on the calf muscles and Achilles tendons, thereby increasing muscle engagement as well as the strength and hypertrophy potential of the movement.

The Slant Ramps also allow for creative single leg or foot specific variations, giving you even more versatility in your programming.

The best way to train with Slant Boards is to incorporate them as part of a balanced lower body program. Some practical applications include:

• Accessory work after heavy compound lifts (e.g., barbell squats followed by KOT split squats on the Slant Board.)
• Warm-up drills to mobilize the muscles and joints prior to heavy loading
• Rehab sessions focusing on tempo and controlled range of motion
• Hypertrophy training with moderate loads, large range of motion, and high time under tension
• Mobility focused work for improving knee mobility (deep knee bend focused movements) and ankle dorsiflexion (deep calf raises).
• Programming for most of these accessory movements can include 2–4 sets of 10-15 reps depending on your goal, with control and range of motion being emphasized over load for most users.

Progression with Slant Board training typically involves one or more of the following:

• Increased range of motion (e.g. using the Slant Stack to gradually elevate the working surface)
• Added resistance (use a barbell, dumbbells, or resistance bands and slowly progressively overload your exercises)
• Longer eccentric phases can be incorporated to build tendon resilience and muscle control

As with any training method, the key is to first regress to a challenging but manageable starting point, and then scale difficulty gradually over time while focusing on maintaining or improving movement quality.

Yes, The Tib Bar Guy provides three dedicated content sections to help you get the most from your gear:

• Getting Started: detailed assembly guides for all of our equipment with video demos and step by step instructions. The good news is that all of our Slant Board products come fully assembled right out of the box, meaning you can get to work on them as soon as they arrive at your door!
• Training Collective: curated breakdowns of how each product works, what exercises it's best used for, what muscles these various movements target, and how to get the most out of your training with your new equipment.
• Learn: deeper education on movement patterns, joint mechanics, and how Slant Board work integrates into your broader training, performance, or rehab goals.

These sections combine written content and videos to ensure you’re never left wondering how to use your equipment most effectively.

No, and that’s one of the biggest benefits. Slant Boards are highly scalable and beginner friendly. You can start with simple bodyweight exercises and low reps, then gradually build up to advanced variations with higher reps, added load, or deeper ranges of motion.

Every movement can be regressed or progressed depending on your experience level, injury history, and training goals. If you're recovering from an injury or just getting started with your fitness journey, Slant Boards offer a reliable and highly effective way to build strength, mobility, and durability from the ground up.