Seated ankle pumps, illustrated in 3 steps — Sit tall in a stable chair. Lift your working foot a little off the floor.

Ankles, Feet, Energy

Seated ankle pumps

A simple move for your ankles and feet, done sitting down. About 30 seconds each side.

Position: Seated
Equipment: None
Time: About 30 seconds each side
Works: ankles and feet

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How to do seated ankle pumps

Set
Sit tall in a stable chair. Lift your working foot a little off the floor.
1
Pull your toes toward your shin at the ankle.
2
Point your foot gently away from your shin.
3
Return your foot to the starting position.
Switch sides and repeat.

Take care. Move only within a comfortable, pain-free range. Do not force the movement.

Gentle movement guidance, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

Illustration drawn for Desk Gym.