I just finished second time of Pilates workout on week 4 of higher living program. My ankle and balance were a little off today (possibly later in afternoon, and I’m more of a morning workout-er. ) I had already kicked shoes off for Pilates, so perfect timing to grab a few minutes more on ankle focus. Thanks Vanessa ☺️❤️
Oh wow, that tied in well Kelly 😀👌🏆 so good you are bringing things back to real isolations and particular muscle focus like this ankle one, really proud to see you are working through your whole body so holistically 💯😀
You are so right - the ankles are overlooked and need to be kept strong and supple. I have been doing some things similiar to this for years, but these moves and stretches you demonstrate take it up a notch and I love it! Thank you Vanessa for these lower body videos that are simple yet so beneficial!
Great to hear Stephen! There are lots of movements for this area and I think it's great to keep doing new things. This set of exercises will help all of us maintain that strength and control, plus it's great for runners too. Thanks for your feedback as always! Ive also got another leg strength routine I'll be uploading soon to compliment this 💪👌
@@Vanessabhealthtv The different leg and foot positions, even the slight foot angle shift on the calf stretch enhances the movement more than I could imagine! This is a sensational video; I've done it a few times and I can feel the strength and control improving already. I have wanted to get my legs, etc. in shape and you are showing me the way. I can't wait for the follow up to this one. Thank you VanessaB!
Its been about a year since did this video. So good for ankle, calf, and balance challenge. Yes, I did flex & point nearly in sleep when doing dance & gymnastics, but so good for the ankle joint. Love the single leg exercises to challenge balance. Thanks Vanessa ☺️❤️
Oh yes same here Kelly with these exercises during many dance classes 😂💃 The basics of good foot work hey. And a great way for you to keep developing your lower body and balance. Well done😀
You are welcome Jackie! Thanks for the comment and hope you are enjoying the other vids too 👌 Reach out if you have any questions or anything I can help with!
Excellent! So glad I found your channel. I tore the paratenon of my Achilles a couple months ago and it scared the heck out of me. I will do this regularly, thank you!
Hi and welcome! Thank u for your comment 🤗 yep that would have been a worry for you. The lower leg muscles are so important. Take the advice of your doctor or physio and do this video regularly along with the others for a total body strength approach. Check out the various playlists for details 👌 Do subscribe and let me know if you need any help at all!
I’m a 65 yr old male runner. Strained my rt calf 7 weeks ago & rehabbed w a PT w focus on gastroc/soleus strengthening - I finally realized that my running just got worse bc my ankles weren’t functioning properly - may have led to the strain.
Hi Allan 👋 Thank you for your comment! Yes you are right, the ankles and stability and strength around them is so important 👌💪Hope the exercises here help and get them moving in different ways! That's great you have been doing the gastroc & soleus strength, that should really help. Get them to check your gait too. Having a strong core and glutes in addition to this is key for healthy running 👌😀👉 Do check out my other videos on here focusing on different areas and try the Pilates ones aswell for core and lengthening leg muscles👌😀 I used to work with a lot of runners in person and their overall technique would improve and feel more fluent with better hip ranges, core strength, posture and leg flexibility 💫 Reach out if you need any help ok Allan! And do subscribe ✅️
Love the ankle & calf video. I dislocated my ankle last fall. Quite amount of time spent in walking boot and rehabbing joint. But no crutches. Whew 😅. I’ve been doing ankle & calf video on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday with loop band for shoulder & arms. Any suggestions? Yes, while in dance ‘& gymnastics, flex & point would even be in sleep, did it so much. Thanks bunches. ❤️
@@Vanessabhealthtv Oh, various things. I mix and match depending on how my body feels and what it needs. I do in-home walking and step routines, exercise with bands and weights, and do some Pilates. I'm 70 years old and tend to suffer from leg cramps at night. I work at a standing desk, and I think my calf muscles get "frozen." I know that this routine, practiced often, will help me get rid of the cramps! 😁
@@lynn_anderson2 great work doing all your home routines! And variety is excellent for you. Yes you do need to stretch, strengthen and also relax your legs as you mentioned standing alot. Check out my Stress Reduction and Stretch Playlist too for some more of this style. Let me know how you progress and if you need any help 👌
Vanessa, since finding your TH-cam videos, I try to do a different video per day. I am a 66yo swimmer 2x a week as well as spinning 3-4x a week, so the shoulder, back, ankle and calves workout are great for me. Thank you for sharing 💕💕💕
I just finished second time of Pilates workout on week 4 of higher living program. My ankle and balance were a little off today (possibly later in afternoon, and I’m more of a morning workout-er. ) I had already kicked shoes off for Pilates, so perfect timing to grab a few minutes more on ankle focus. Thanks Vanessa ☺️❤️
Oh wow, that tied in well Kelly 😀👌🏆 so good you are bringing things back to real isolations and particular muscle focus like this ankle one, really proud to see you are working through your whole body so holistically 💯😀
You are so right - the ankles are overlooked and need to be kept strong and supple. I have been doing some things similiar to this for years, but these moves and stretches you demonstrate take it up a notch and I love it! Thank you Vanessa for these lower body videos that are simple yet so beneficial!
Great to hear Stephen! There are lots of movements for this area and I think it's great to keep doing new things. This set of exercises will help all of us maintain that strength and control, plus it's great for runners too. Thanks for your feedback as always! Ive also got another leg strength routine I'll be uploading soon to compliment this 💪👌
@@Vanessabhealthtv The different leg and foot positions, even the slight foot angle shift on the calf stretch enhances the movement more than I could imagine! This is a sensational video; I've done it a few times and I can feel the strength and control improving already. I have wanted to get my legs, etc. in shape and you are showing me the way. I can't wait for the follow up to this one. Thank you VanessaB!
Its been about a year since did this video. So good for ankle, calf, and balance challenge. Yes, I did flex & point nearly in sleep when doing dance & gymnastics, but so good for the ankle joint. Love the single leg exercises to challenge balance. Thanks Vanessa ☺️❤️
Oh yes same here Kelly with these exercises during many dance classes 😂💃 The basics of good foot work hey. And a great way for you to keep developing your lower body and balance. Well done😀
That was brilliant! Thank you so much
You are welcome Jackie! Thanks for the comment and hope you are enjoying the other vids too 👌 Reach out if you have any questions or anything I can help with!
Excellent! So glad I found your channel. I tore the paratenon of my Achilles a couple months ago and it scared the heck out of me. I will do this regularly, thank you!
Hi and welcome! Thank u for your comment 🤗 yep that would have been a worry for you. The lower leg muscles are so important. Take the advice of your doctor or physio and do this video regularly along with the others for a total body strength approach. Check out the various playlists for details 👌 Do subscribe and let me know if you need any help at all!
I’m a 65 yr old male runner. Strained my rt calf 7 weeks ago & rehabbed w a PT w focus on gastroc/soleus strengthening - I finally realized that my running just got worse bc my ankles weren’t functioning properly - may have led to the strain.
Hi Allan 👋 Thank you for your comment! Yes you are right, the ankles and stability and strength around them is so important 👌💪Hope the exercises here help and get them moving in different ways! That's great you have been doing the gastroc & soleus strength, that should really help. Get them to check your gait too. Having a strong core and glutes in addition to this is key for healthy running 👌😀👉 Do check out my other videos on here focusing on different areas and try the Pilates ones aswell for core and lengthening leg muscles👌😀 I used to work with a lot of runners in person and their overall technique would improve and feel more fluent with better hip ranges, core strength, posture and leg flexibility 💫 Reach out if you need any help ok Allan! And do subscribe ✅️
Done - was able to do all without a chair - the Achilles’ tendon stretch on the right was difficult because of the cracking knee!!
Oh good to hear Arlene 🙌😀💯 Nice work here! Glad you worked some smaller muscles here today 👌⚡️
Excellently explain absolutely awesome many thanks..................:)
Thanks Alex, appreciate your comment! Hope this video helps you 👌💪
This was a fun change. Walking on toes is much harder than it looks.
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😀🙋♀️💯 Yes! I wanted to challenge you a little differently! Bet you mastered it pretty quick👌
Love the ankle & calf video. I dislocated my ankle last fall. Quite amount of time spent in walking boot and rehabbing joint. But no crutches. Whew 😅. I’ve been doing ankle & calf video on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday with loop band for shoulder & arms. Any suggestions? Yes, while in dance ‘& gymnastics, flex & point would even be in sleep, did it so much. Thanks bunches. ❤️
I think you are doing all the right things Kelly! Keep this up. The frequency here for ankles and calves is great 3-5 days a week🤗💪
This is just what I've been needing! Many thanks! ❤️
Great to hear Almare 😀 Hope this routine benefits you and check out the other vids too! What are you working on right now?
@@Vanessabhealthtv Oh, various things. I mix and match depending on how my body feels and what it needs. I do in-home walking and step routines, exercise with bands and weights, and do some Pilates. I'm 70 years old and tend to suffer from leg cramps at night. I work at a standing desk, and I think my calf muscles get "frozen." I know that this routine, practiced often, will help me get rid of the cramps! 😁
@@lynn_anderson2 great work doing all your home routines! And variety is excellent for you. Yes you do need to stretch, strengthen and also relax your legs as you mentioned standing alot. Check out my Stress Reduction and Stretch Playlist too for some more of this style. Let me know how you progress and if you need any help 👌
Hey Vanessa - can you fill in my NOvember calendar? In the meantime - I went back to this one - really good on a regular basis
I've done this week, the rest coming soon 😉👌💪
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Thank you Linda and hope you enjoy the other videos too check out the playlists and let me know if you need any help 👌😀
Vanessa, since finding your TH-cam videos, I try to do a different video per day. I am a 66yo swimmer 2x a week as well as spinning 3-4x a week, so the shoulder, back, ankle and calves workout are great for me. Thank you for sharing 💕💕💕