I added foot rolling to my health regimen back in the 90's after reading a The Body Has It's Reasons: Self Awareness Through Conscious Movement. It was not until much later during a chaotic year of home renovation and living out of my suitcase, that it was a lifesaver in terms of stress reduction. Every night before bed and first thing in the morning I'd stand on my wooden roller and it was instant waves of relaxation. Soon I had all my clients using them as well.
These days I head over to my local chinese reflexologist and its thirty minutes of bliss. At home I add to the mix some favorite foot moves.
Here are some of quick, simple exercises. Enjoy!
Warmly, Jayne
1. Stretch your legs out from a sitting position.
First, flex your ankles (toes toward your shins) and spread all 10 toes as wide as possible.
Repeat several times.
Second, relax.
2. Walk pigeon- toed and curl your toes under.
Take a few steps.
Repeat 2-3 times.
3. Standing Still...
First, raise your heels off the floor and balance.
Second, raise your toes and balance.
4. Stand on a firm book or wooden ledge on the floor.
First, place the balls of the feet across the edge. Press the toes down firmly and roll to the outer edge of your feet. Roll back to neutral.
Repeat 2-3 times
Second, relax.