Lying ankle circles

This exercise is designed to loosen up the muscles around your ankles and to increase circulation in your feet and lower legs. To do this exercise, follow these steps:

1. Lie on your back with your left leg straight out in front of you and your right knee lifted toward your chest.
2. Inhale, and as you exhale, circle your right ankle clockwise four to eight times.
3. Reverse the circle counterclockwise for four to eight rotations.

If it’s more comfortable, bend your opposite knee while you circle your ankle.
A few do’s and don’ts for this exercise:

• Do keep your upper back, neck, and shoulders relaxed and tension free while you focus on your ankle.
• Do make your ankle circles slow and mindful.
• Don’t grip your feet or crunch your toes.