Banded Ankle Dorsiflexion

Focus:

  • Place the band at the front of your ankle joint (ie. where the ankle bends)

  • Keep heel planted on the floor

  • Press knee forward until you feel a stretch in the calf, soleus and Achilles tendon

Suggested Frequency:

Hold for 30 seconds; perform 2-3 sets a day for an active injury. For maintaining ankle range of motion, perform twice a week

Who should perform this?

Individuals with calf and Achilles issues or a lack of ankle range of motion

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