Ankle - Plantar Flexion

Ankle - Plantar Flexion demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand straight with your feet hip-width apart
  • 2Slowly rise up onto your toes, lifting your heels off the ground
  • 3Hold the position for a moment
  • 4Slowly lower your heels back down to the floor
  • 5Repeat the movement

Tips:

  • Keep your abdominal muscles pulled in so that you move straight upward, instead of leaning forward or backward
  • Do not let your ankles roll outwards when raising your heels
  • Ensure you lower your heels in a controlled manner

Ankle - Plantar Flexion Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs