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Exercise: Plantar/Dorsiflexion Ankle Stretch

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• Sit with legs extended straight out in front and feet together
• Point toes away from body as far as possible for five seconds (plantar flexion)
• Bring toes toward body as much as possible for five seconds (dorsiflexion)
• Repeat movements and five-second holds for 10 reps

Sets/Reps: 1x10
Coaching Points: Do not bend knees // Curl toes forward and down in plantar flexion // Spread toes apart in dorsiflexion // Maintain upright seated position // Move only your ankles during stretch

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