Want strong feet? ? So do we. And I can tell you since our new obsession with the dynamometer, we are on a mission to break some records with that thing ? . Why? Numerous studies show that foot/ ankle strengthening exercise improve balance, provide stability during the push off phase of gait, and as we know provide a foundation for the rest of the body. ? Weakness in these muscles can lead to plantar fasciitis, stress fractures, bunions and Achilles tendonitis and multiple other dysfunctions up the kinetic chain. ? Weakness in the toes in the elderly is also a contributing factor to an increase in falls. ??♀️ . Something to consider…..strength gains while exercising are angle specific. To be effective, foot exercises must duplicate the positions muscles are used while ?♂️ and ??♀️. We know that during the gait cycle, the toes are at a position of dorsiflexion (upward position) during push off…..SO…… . exercising the toes while they are stretched results in a fourfold increase in toe strength compared to conventional exercises! ?? COOL STUFF…..So what does this mean… The short foot, picking up marbles with your toes, banded toe exercises, while all ore a good place to start, if you want to move well, you have to MOVE. You have to make things functional. ? . I have been going to town on this thing, and I can tell you, day 1 my foot cramped and I got to about 10 reps and was getting fatigued. Working up to the protocol of 4 sets of 25 reps doesn’t happen over night. But I can tell you, I can’t wait to see that dynamometer read when I can ?? . Modification: roll up a small towel and place under the toes. The foam of this device does provide an increased resistance that is necessary to improve gains however. . https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/256... . . . Did you know we offer virtual consultations?! ? We love helping people from all over the world move and feel better. ? Our passion is education. Check out our website gaithappens.com for consultations, a whole list of available courses, shoe recommendations, favorite products and more! ?
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