Tennis Ball Foot Sole Relaxation
Self-massage of the sole of the foot with a tennis ball to relax after running and jumping.
How to play
- Standing or seated, place the sole of the foot on the ball.
- Roll slowly from heel to toes.
- Small circles around the arch.
- Switch feet.
Rules
- Comfortable pressure.
- Hand on the wall if standing.
Variations
Easier
Seated.
Standard
Standing with support.
Harder
More pressure and longer.
Adaptations
- Balance problems: seated.
- Foot injury: skip it.
Learning goals
- Relax the foot muscles.
- Learn self-care.
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