How Ballet Affects Your Feet

Ballet can do quite a number on your feet. Due to the amount of strain your feet endure during practices and performances, it’s important to keep your foot health “en pointe.”

Closeup of ballerina's feet, one foot bruised with bandaid and the other still in its point slipper.
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How To Strengthen Your Ankles

Weak ankles are more susceptible to injury, no matter how old or fit you are. But these eight daily exercises can strengthen your ankles, improve stability, and cut down on injuries and sprains.

Calf raises on tip toe.
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