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Your Ankle Starts Here

Four physio-selected exercises to begin rebuilding strength, mobility, stability, and control in your ankle. Designed to be done at home with the tools in your PhysioFit Starter Kit.

Strength

Exercise 1 of 4

Banded Ankle Eversion

Strength

Banded eversion strengthens the peroneal muscles on the outside of the ankle — an important muscle group for resisting the classic "rolled ankle" position. It's a key early strength exercise in ankle rehab because it helps rebuild lateral ankle support, control, and confidence after a sprain.

Prescription
3 sets × 12–15 reps
Frequency
Up to 5 times per week
Starting Band
Yellow (lightest)
Tool
PhysioFit Resistance Band
Progression & Regression
  • Progress: Move from Yellow → Red → Green as strength builds
  • Regress: Drop to Yellow band and reduce reps to 8–10 if fatiguing early
  • Tip: Pause here and save these details for your next session
Mobility

Exercise 2 of 4

Calf Myofascial Release

Mobility

Calf tightness can limit ankle mobility and make the joint feel stiff, restricted, or harder to load properly. This release drill helps reduce calf tension and improve ankle movement quality, making it a useful prep exercise before strengthening, balance work, or general rehab.

Prescription
2 passes of 60–90 sec per calf
Technique
Slow rolling · 20–30 sec on tender spots
Tool
PhysioFit Trigger Point Ball
When
Before exercise or as a standalone drill
Progression & Regression
  • Progress: Point your toes down when on a tight area to increase pressure
  • Regress: Use more support through the hands to decrease body weight through the ball
  • Tip: Discomfort is normal but sharp pain is not — ease off if it's too intense
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Rehab & Control

Exercise 3 of 4

Y-Balance Star Reach

Rehab & Control

This exercise targets balance, control, and proprioception — your body's ability to sense where the ankle is and react quickly. That's especially important after an ankle sprain, because many people regain basic movement before they fully regain the control and stability needed for sport, training, and uneven ground.

Prescription
2–3 rounds × 3 reaches each direction
Hold
2-second control at end reach
Starting Band
Yellow (lightest)
Tool
PhysioFit Resistance Band
Progression & Regression
  • Progress: Move to Red band, increase reach distance, or add more clock positions
  • Regress: Hold a wall or chair for support and reduce reach distance
  • Tip: Quality over distance — controlled movement matters more than how far you reach
Stability

Exercise 4 of 4

How to Tape Your Own Ankle

Stability

Ankle taping is one of the most effective ways to add external support and improve joint position sense during activity. Research shows that rigid taping physically restricts the rolling motion most associated with ankle sprains, while also improving proprioception — the brain's ability to detect where the ankle is during movement. This guide walks you through a simple, repeatable taping technique you can apply yourself at home before sport, training, or any activity where your ankle needs extra confidence.

When to Use
Before sport, training, or high-load activity
Tool
PhysioFit Rigid Therapy Tape
Duration
Apply fresh each session · Remove after activity
Purpose
Joint support · Proprioception · Return to activity
Tips for Effective Taping
  • Skin prep: Apply to clean, dry skin — shave the area if needed for better adhesion
  • Tension: Firm but not restrictive — you should be able to wiggle your toes freely
  • Removal: Peel slowly in the direction of hair growth to minimise irritation
  • Long-term: Taping supports return to activity while you build strength — it's a bridge, not a permanent fix
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Want a plan built for your ankle?

These exercises are a great starting point. But every ankle is different — what you need depends on your injury history, your goals, and where you're at in recovery.

The Personalised Ankle Rehab Program gives you a structured plan designed around your specific ankle by a registered physiotherapist.

Clinical intake assessment
Tailored exercise program
Ongoing physio support
Phase-by-phase progression

"Helped me rebuild confidence in my ankle after months of it feeling weak. The structured approach made all the difference."

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