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Band Eversion (Peroneals)

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Band Eversion (Peroneals)

Turn sole of foot outward against band resistance. Critical exercise for peroneal strength and lateral ankle stability after sprains.

Targets: Ankle
Muscles: Peroneals

Stop if

Choose an easier exercise if pain reaches 6 out of 10 or becomes sharp. Stop and rest if pain reaches 8 out of 10.

This is the general ClapMove rule. This exercise has no extra stop rule of its own.

  • Pain 6 out of 10 or more: choose an easier exercise.
  • Pain 8 out of 10 or more: stop and rest.

Equipment needed

  • Works at home
  • Works at the gym

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Home Options

  • resistance band

No equipment? Try: Cable machine

Dosage

3

Sets

15

Reps / Time

45 sec

Rest

2 sec evert / 2 sec return

Tempo

Step-by-Step Guide

Set up

  • Sit with leg extended
  • Anchor band to your other foot or sturdy object to the inside
  • Loop band around forefoot of working leg
  1. Band Eversion (Peroneals) - Step 1 of 4: Turn sole of foot outward (pronation)

    Step 1 of 4

    Turn sole of foot outward (pronation)

  2. Band Eversion (Peroneals) - Step 2 of 4: Pull against band resistance

    Step 2 of 4

    Pull against band resistance

  3. Band Eversion (Peroneals) - Step 3 of 4: Hold briefly at end position

    Step 3 of 4

    Hold briefly at end position

  4. Band Eversion (Peroneals) - Step 4 of 4: Slowly return to neutral

    Step 4 of 4

    Slowly return to neutral

Breathing

  • Exhale as you turn foot out
  • Inhale as you return

Form Cues

  • Lead with outside edge of foot
  • Keep heel relatively still
  • Control the return
  • Feel muscles on outside of lower leg

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Moving whole leg instead of just ankle
  • Not enough band tension
  • Moving too quickly
  • Not going through full range

Safety Information

Monitor for peroneal tendon pain. Avoid if peroneal subluxation symptoms present.

Progressions

Heavier band, slower tempo, add isometric holds

Regressions

Lighter band, fewer reps