Ankle Circles

A simple seated movement to finish the routine and wake up circulation through the lower leg.

Illustration of a person seated, gently circling one ankle
  1. Sit or stand comfortably and lift one foot slightly off the floor.
  2. Slowly circle your ankle in one direction, then the other.
  3. Keep the movement slow and relaxed.
  4. Switch to the other ankle halfway through.

Typical duration: about 2 minute(s).

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