Exercise Description:
Stand on one foot with your hands resting somewhere about hip height. Raise heel off of the ground so you are just on your toes. Hold for suggested time and perform appropriate reps.
What muscle(s) this exercise is for?
- Gastroc
- Soleus
- Tibialis anterior
Why is this exercise important?
Increases strength for push off during gait and can diminish knee and ankle pain.
You should NOT do this if…
Do not perform if this causes pain.
