The tibialis anterior is ignored until shin pain, imbalance, or lower-leg weakness shows up. Tib bar raises give this undertrained muscle the direct work it deserves.
Calves get some attention, but the shins are often ignored. Pairing calf work with tibialis anterior training helps build a more balanced lower leg.
Most lifters hammer calves and ignore the tibialis anterior. This video shows cable and leg-curl-machine options for tibialis raises to bring balance back to the lower leg.