
Lower legsNo equipmentBeginner
Ankle Circles
Hold a sturdy object for balance and lift one leg slightly off the floor. Draw a large circle in the air with your big toe.
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Type
- Stretching
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Force direction
- Pull
- Muscles
- 1
Form sequence
01 · hold on
Use a sturdy object like a squat rack to hold yourself.
02 · circle · Key step
Lift the right leg in the air (just around 2 inches from the floor) and perform a circular motion with the big toe. Pretend that you are drawing a big circle with it. Tip: One circle equals 1 repetition. Breathe normally as you perform the movement.
03 · other leg
When you are done with the right foot, then repeat with the left leg.
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