The lower leg constitutes a major portion of a person’s overall mass. It also functions primarily for standing, walking, running, jumping, and other similar weight-bearing activities; as a ...

Push off the ball of feet and toes to lift heels. Start with both feet, then progress to single-leg heel raise. Lower heels back down. Repeat. Do 3 sets of 15 to 20 reps.

3. Lymphatic blockage Lymphedema is swelling of the foot or lower leg caused by a blockage in the flow of lymph fluid. This could be related to primary lymphedema or another ailment that causes ...

Then switch and repeat on left foot. Trainer’s tip: Your weak link may be your ankles, but the stronger your entire lower body and core is, the more support your ankles will have.