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Ankle exercises. Most of us donÕt think about our feet and ankles until they hurt. But they are foundational to good alignment, balance and the overall functioning of your lower body.

Ankles are foundational to good alignment, balance and the overall functioning of your lower body.

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Anna Maltby

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NEW YORK – Most people do not think about their feet and ankles until they hurt. But they are foundational to good alignment, balance and the overall functioning of the lower body.

Building strength and mobility in your feet and ankles can also help you recover more quickly from injuries and prevent future discomfort, said Dr Jay Hertel, chair of the department of kinesiology at the University of Virginia.

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