Ankles & Calves: Court-Ready Movement Prep

Prepare the ankles and calves for split steps, lunges and changes of direction. Use a controlled range and avoid pushing through pain.

Set up

Use a wall or racket for light balance support. Work from slow calf raises into gentle ankle mobility and small hops if suitable.

MOB-DR-05Padel · SquashMobility & warm-up

Home practice

2 rounds: 10 calf raises, 8 ankle rocks each side and 20 seconds of gentle split-step hops if pain-free.

Key cues

Control the heel and knee line.
Stay light on landing.
Build impact gradually.

Progressions

Add lateral line hops, then court shuffles, only if comfortable.

Watch drill video Video: The Prehab Guys