Warm-up · 8 reps
Ankle Pumps
Point and flex the feet to get the blood flowing in the lower legs.
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How to do it
- 1Sit tall and slide your feet forward so your heels rest on the floor.
- 2Pull your toes back toward your shins.
- 3Point your toes away, toward the floor.
- 4Keep pumping at a steady rhythm.
Repeat for 8 reps, breathing slowly. Move only as far as feels comfortable.
Why it helps
Gets the blood flowing in your lower legs and keeps your ankles moving.
Make it easier
Keep the feet under the knees and lift only the toes.
Skip it or ask your doctor first if you have
- Recent ankle injury or surgery
Part of: Morning Stretch, Legs & Circulation, Evening Wind-Down
Follow Ankle Pumps on video
In the ZenFit app, every movement is shown on video and each rep and breath is counted for you. Gentle seated sessions, 3 to 15 minutes.
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