The Foot Tendon Guard Reflex is a protective reaction to a physical or emotional stress. The body reacts to stress in a way as a result of the brain’s decision to protect the body. Structurally the big toe, foot tendon, Achilles tendon, hamstrings, sacrum area, cervical spine, and occipital are all connected. Chronic tension may lead to deformities in body posture. Video Runtime: 12 minutes, 27 seconds.