Ankle circles

Category

Stretching

Difficulty

Beginner

Equipment

Bodyweight

Primary muscles

Tibialis Anterior, Gastrocnemius, Soleus

Secondary muscles

Peroneus Longus, Brevis

How to do it

1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, hands at your hips.
2. Lift your right foot off the floor slightly and rotate your ankle in a circular motion, making small controlled circles.
3. After a set number of rotations, switch direction and rotate your ankle in the opposite direction.
4. Repeat the movement with your left ankle, rotating in both directions.

Form tips

• Keep your core engaged to maintain balance and stability throughout the exercise.
• Ensure your leg remains still and only your ankle is moving to focus on the targeted muscles.
• Perform the exercise for an equal amount of time or repetitions in both directions to ensure balanced muscle development.