Four SImple Steps
Light Stretch
Moderate Stretch
Moderate Stretch
For beginners, place one foot on the AnkleBlock with the other leg behind. Play with the placement of your foot until the stretch is felt.
Moderate Stretch
Moderate Stretch
Moderate Stretch
As flexibility increases, move posterior foot closer to the AnkleBlock.
Medium Stretch
Intense Stretch
Intense Stretch
As you transfer weight forward, the intensity of the stretch will increase. Having the lead foot elevated allows for progression.
Intense Stretch
Intense Stretch
Intense Stretch
For the deepest stretch, fully stride over the AnkleBlock to maximize center of mass forces. Maintain the heel of the rear leg on the floor.
AnkleBlock has a variety of lower extremity targets
Soleus/ Peroneals Target
Soleus/ Peroneals Target
Soleus/ Peroneals Target
The soleus and peroneals can be stretched by changing the orientation of the lead foot
Gastrocnemius Target
Soleus/ Peroneals Target
Soleus/ Peroneals Target
The AnkleBlock targets different heads of your gastrocnemius by simply rotating the stride foot