Banded Tip Toe Side Steps

Exercise Overview

This is a closed kinetic chain strengthening exercise for the ankle. Loop a mini band around the lower leg just above the ankles and stand on your toes. Step to the side without allowing the heels to drop towards the floor. Take 5-10 steps in one direction and then the opposite direction.

Muscles Involved

Fibularis Longus / Peroneus LongusFibularis Brevis / Peroneus BrevisExtensor Digitorum LongusTibialis AnteriorCalf (Soleus, Gastrocnemius)Achilles Tendon

Related Conditions

Peroneal Tendinitis / Fibularis TendinitisAnterior Shin Splints / Tibialis Anterior TendinitisInversion Ankle SprainEversion Ankle SprainHigh Ankle SprainChronic Ankle SprainAchilles TendinitisPosterior Ankle ImpingementPosterior Shin Splints / Tibialis Posterior TendinitisMedial Tibial Stress Syndrome

Equipment Needed

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