Beginner exercise
Kneeling Shin / Ankle Plantarflexion Stretch
Also called Ankle Stretch, Tops-of-Feet Stretch
Technique
How to perform Kneeling Shin / Ankle Plantarflexion Stretch
- Kneel with the tops of your feet resting on the floor and the toes pointing behind you.
- Use your hands beside your knees to control how much weight moves toward the heels.
- Sit back only as far as the ankles and knees remain comfortable, with cushioning beneath the feet if needed.
- Lean forward onto your hands before releasing the feet.
Programming relevance