Stretching the Calf (not the actual Achilles Tendon)

Done barefoot (without bouncing) with toes pointed straight ahead, weight on front foot not on the back leg.

Hold for 15 seconds

Stretching of the calf AND Achilles Tendon can be done by balancing on one foot, then standing on your toes, ideally one legged.

Try to start with 3 sets of ten repetitions--progress to 5 sets of 25 reps.

Balance Strengthening Exercise:

Try to balance for 15 seconds on one foot on a pillow or piece of foam, ideally barefoot.

While balancing wave a ball or weight. You can also bounce a ball against a wall while balancing.

Move the towel by moving your foot only (try not to use your hip, knee or lower leg) dragging the weighted end towards your foot.

Repeat 19 times

Move the towel by moving your foot only (don't use the motion from your knee or hip) dragging the weighted end towards your foot.

Repeat 19 times.