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The Importance of Exercising the Feet

Tuesday, 29 May 2018 00:00

The feet are considered to be the foundation of the body, and research has shown that proper stretching and exercising the feet may aid in preventing many injuries from occurring. The feet will generally benefit when proper foot exercises are performed in addition to enhancing mobility and power. Many people do not wear the correct shoes and certain foot conditions may develop as a result of this. The foot and ankle muscles may not get the support that’s needed for optimum support when poorly fitting shoes are worn. Athletes have found that when the feet feel strong, many facets of daily exercising may be improved, including core workouts and improved posture. Please consider scheduling a consultation with a podiatrist to learn about additional benefits of exercising the feet.

Exercising your feet regularly with the proper foot wear is a great way to prevent injuries and build strength. If you have any concerns about your feet, contact Dr. Gary Prant from Arbor Foot Health Center. Our doctor can provide the care you need to keep you pain-free and on your feet.

Exercise for Your Feet

Exercise for your feet can help you gain strength, mobility and flexibility in your feet. They say that strengthening your feet can be just as rewarding as strengthening another part of the body. Your feet are very important, and we often forget about them in our daily tasks. But it is because of our feet that are we able to get going and do what we need to. For those of us fortunate enough to not have any foot problems, it is an important gesture to take care of them to ensure good health in the long run.

Some foot health exercises can include ankle pumps, tip-toeing, toe rises, lifting off the floor doing reps and sets, and flexing the toes. It is best to speak with yOur doctor to determine an appropriate regimen for your needs. Everyone’s needs and bodies are different, and the activities required to maintain strength in the feet vary from individual to individual. 

Once you get into a routine of doing regular exercise, you may notice a difference in your feet and how strong they may become.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office located in Austin, TX. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.

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