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8 foot strengthening exercises every runner needs to know

Learn how foot strengthening exercises for runners can help prevent injury, improve athletic performance, and support your balance.

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Published Date: Mar 27, 2025
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1. Single leg calf raises

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2. Single leg soleus raise

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3. Core balance squat

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4. Single leg RDL

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5. Standing arch raises

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6. Active toe abduction

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7. Towel scrunches

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8. Toe yoga

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Table of Contents
8 foot strengthening exercises for runners
1. Single leg calf raises
2. Single leg soleus raise
3. Core balance squat
4. Single leg RDL
5. Standing arch raises
6. Active toe abduction
7. Towel scrunches
8. Toe yoga
Personalizing your foot exercises 
Benefits of foot strengthening exercises for runners
How Hinge Health can help you
References 

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