Hoping to improve my kick in swimming and become less of a brick in the water. I heard that flippers can help to improve ankle flexibility, so that’s probably where I’m going to start. I’m curious if it’s “safe” to improve ankle flexibility as a runner…obviously there’s a reason that runners are generally known for poor ankle flexibility.
What stretches would you guys recommend for creating more ankle flexibility?
I started lessons with a well respected swim coach in the area. He recently commented on my ankle flexibility and recommended an ankle stretch where you are on your knees and sit on your ankles with toes pointed. He said not to put too much pressure but make sure you can feel it. Sit on it for 30 seconds at a time. Take a break. Do it about 3 times. Do this a couple times a week.
cool thanks, I’ll probably throw this into the days when I do core workouts.