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ANKLE PROGRAM
 
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This is a simple and low level program. Try to do each of these exercises three times per week. Good luck!

CALF/ACHILLES STRETCH

HEEL RAISES

STORK STAND

WINDSHIELD WIPERS

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WINDSHIELD WIPERS

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Purpose: To improve strength with the muscles along the front and side of the lower leg/ankle
Start Position: Sitting with your knees bent to 90 degrees; feet are side-by-side.
Action: While keeping your heels together, lift your feet up and to the outside (two different motions combined into one movement).
Parameters: Repeat for 3 sets of 25-30 repetitions.
Tips: This exercise requires a high degree of coordination; focus on moving to the extremes of each motion (upwards and outwards)