Heel Raises for Leg Strength Exercise demonstrated by Physiotherapist Coulton Roe

Coulton Roe- Heel Raises for Leg Strength

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Heel Raise

This is a great exercise to activate and strengthen one of the most important muscles of the leg; Tibialis Posterior. This muscle is important for general physical activity, and it also provides support to the medial arch of the foot. Looking for leg strength? Here’s an easy one.

Step 1:

Start with a ball (or a rolled towel) between your feet just above the heel.

Step 1 of heel raises (hold ball between heels/ankles)

Step 2:

**SQUEEZE** the ball in with your ankles, and maintain this squeeze throughout the exercise.

step 2 of heel raises (squeeze the ball between your heels/ankles)

Step 3:

Lift your heels off the ground, and slowly lower back down.

heel raise step 3 (raising heels while squeezing the ball)

*Repeat 8 to 12 times, take a break, and try again

*Never do an exercise that causes you pain*

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