It’s leg day and you can’t wait to hit squats. But when you get up to the barbell and begin your warm-up set, you can’t squat down very far. Your ankles feel stiff, preventing you from going down all ...
Are sore, achy feet keeping you from putting your best foot forward? Instead of immediately seeking out extra-cushioned footwear or super-specialized shoe inserts, start with some foot exercises, says ...
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 ...
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, ...
Repetitive movements put a lot of stress on the iliotibial bands. Show them some love to avoid hip, knee, leg and back pain.
This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Your ankles are made up of a complex network of muscles, joints, ligaments, and tendons, and they’re key for crucial movements like ...
Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical Solutions for Back ...
WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — For some folks, just getting off on the right foot or even the left isn't easy. That's where Dr. Townsen Kennington comes in, he's a foot and ankle surgeon at UPMC in Williamsport.