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Achilles Eccentric Strengthening

How to perform eccentric (lengthening) Achilles strengthening exercises:

Read below or click here for Achilles strengthening video (1.7MB) 

achilles eccentric strengthening photo, pointing foot on edge of chair 1. Start by putting a pointed foot on the edge of a stair.
achilles eccentric strengthening photo, lowering leg down 2. Lower the body weight down on the leg
achilles eccentric strengthening photo, taking calf to full stretch 3. Slowly take the calf and Achilles to full stretch
achilles eccentric strengthening photo, share weight with other foot 4. Put the other foot on the stair to share the weight
achilles eccentric strengthening photo, lifting foot without moving ankle 5. Lift the foot performing the eccentric exercise off the stair without moving the ankle.

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