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Ankle Circles

Ankle Circles: step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: body only. Level: beginner.

Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentbody only
  • Levelbeginner
  • Forcepull
  • Typeisolation
  • Body partlower legs
Primary muscles
calves, ankle stabilizers
Secondary muscles
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How to do it

  1. Sit on the ground with your legs extended in front of you.
  2. Lift one leg off the ground and rotate your ankle in a circular motion.
  3. Perform the desired number of circles in one direction, then switch to the other direction.
  4. Repeat with the other leg.

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