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About this Practice
Ankle flexion and extension. Warms up the ankle joint, improves range of motion, and stimulates blood flow to the lower legs. Essential preparation before standing postures.
How to Practise
- 1
Sit with legs extended.
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Flex the feet back toward the shins (dorsiflexion).
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Then point the toes away (plantarflexion).
- 4
Keep the knees still. Move slowly and deliberately, 15–20 times.
Benefits
- ✓Warms up ankle joints
- ✓Improves ankle mobility
- ✓Prevents ankle sprains
- ✓Stimulates lower leg circulation
Health Goals Addressed
⚠️ Cautions & Contraindications
Acute ankle sprain.
Want to learn this under guidance?
All practices in this library are taught systematically at Nibedita Yoga Training Centre.