Ankle injuries are among the most common musculoskeletal problems, affecting athletes and non-athletes alike. Ankle injuries ...

THINK ABOUT ALL the activity taking place on your feet—walking, standing, taking the stairs, running, jumping, squatting, lunging. The ankle supports nearly every movement involving the foot. Training ...

This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. Your ankles are made up of a complex network of muscles, joints, ligaments, and tendons, and they’re key for crucial movements like ...

Ever wondered why you can’t squat as deep as your gym buddy? The answer might be right at your feet. While most fitness enthusiasts focus on building impressive quads or sculpting perfect abs, ...

When you hear “duck walk” you probably think of a quacking bird waddling around a lake. But the term also refers to an effective lower-body exercise that targets the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes and ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A simple series of ankle and foot flexing exercises can improve strength and balance in older people, research from Portugal shows. Among elderly individuals living in an ...

Prolonged desk work can lead to musculoskeletal problems ranging from annoying aches and pains to injuries. This month, we launched a six-part series showing you how to stretch and strengthen your ...

Recovering from an injury is a delicate process that requires a thoughtful approach, especially when transitioning back to physical activity. Returning to exercise too soon or engaging in the wrong ...