For decades, the most common orthopedic surgery performed in developed countries has been knee arthroscopy. This makes sense, as 1 in 4 people 50 and over can expect to experience one or more symptoms of degenerative knee disease. Read more
To build upon the ankle plantar flexion stretch that I shared earlier, here is a short routine of 3 mobility exericses that I enjoy doing to improve ankle mobility:
Ankle Raises While on Balls of Feet:
Ankle raises are excellent for strengthening your calf muscles and Achilles tendon, and for warming up all of the soft tissues that surround your ankle joints. Ankle raises are also helpful for developing balance and proprioception. Read more
Love of mine, someday you will die
But I'll be close behind and I'll follow you into the dark
No blinding light or tunnels to gates of white
Just our hands clasped so tight, waiting for the hint of a spark Read more