If your regular method of exercise is a long-distance run, paying attention to the strength of your ankles (and their overall health) may be in your best interest as an athlete. Ankle-strengthening ...

THINK ABOUT ALL the activity taking place on your feet—walking, standing, taking the stairs, running, jumping, squatting, lunging. The ankle supports nearly every movement involving the foot. Training ...

Q: I have weak ankles, and as a result, I have frequent ankle sprains. Can you suggest some ankle-strengthening exercises? A: Our ankles are workhorses and take a lot of abuse. They must bear the full ...

Ankle mobility is an oft-overlooked weak link, because your ankles and feet help form a stable foundation for stronger, pain-free movement. But how can you tell if your ankle mobility isn’t up to par?

Great balance has a lot to do with knee and ankle function and posture Ankle mobility and function is important not just for working out, but also in everyday life. There are endless sources with tips ...

Ever wondered why you can’t squat as deep as your gym buddy? The answer might be right at your feet. While most fitness enthusiasts focus on building impressive quads or sculpting perfect abs, ...

Do you often worry about twisting your ankle? Are you experiencing foot pain, balance issues, or decreased mobility as you get older? These could all be signs that your ankles are weak. While you may ...

The human body is smart: It will always take the path of least resistance to get things done. This is all too clear to fitness professionals when training clients -- beginners and veterans alike -- ...

WHETHER YOU LOVE to rep out heavy squats, box jump your way through a CrossFit class, or run like the wind, a major key for your workout success will be ankle strength and stability. Workouts aside, ...