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Learn Towel Curl - a Foot Strengthening Exercise

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Updated August 10, 2010

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Curl Your Foot to Grasp and Pull the Towel
foot exercise

Pull the Towel Toward Your Heel

(c)2010, Marguerite Ogle
  1. Leave your heel where it is and pull the towel toward your heel by scooping it in with your arch and and toes.
    Use both sides of your foot and try for a deep dome under the arch area.
    You will only get a little bit of the towel to move each time you extend and pull back. You might have to take a break to smooth the towel and band after few reps.

  2. Repeat the move at least 5 times and then do the other side.
Learn more about exercising the feet:
The Arch Lifting Exercise
Pilates Foot Exercise Equipment

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