Ankle Strengthening

From Laura Inverarity, D.O., former About.com Guide

Updated March 02, 2008

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1)Sit up straight with your back against a wall and your feet out in front of you with your knees straight
2)Slowly turn your left foot inward and hold this position for six seconds
3)Now turn your foot slowly outward and hold for another six seconds
4)Repeat this exercise 10 times
5)Repeat steps 1-4 with the right foot
For added difficulty use theraband to provide resistance

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