Knee-to-Wall Ankle Mobilization
Also known as: Ankle Mobility Knee-to-Wall, Knee to Wall Ankle Mobility, Ankle Dorsiflexion Knee-to-Wall, Knee-to-Wall Drill, Wall Ankle Mobilization
Body region
Muscles
Main
Helps
Holds
Technique
- Stand facing a wall with one foot a few inches away and the other foot behind for balance.
- Keep the front heel flat and drive the knee forward to touch the wall.
- Return, then move the foot farther back as the range improves; switch feet.
Cues
- Keep the heel glued to the floor.
- Aim the knee over the second toe.
Common mistakes
- Lifting the heel.
- Letting the knee cave inward.