Exercise Comparison
Ankle Circles vs Balance Board
Side-by-Side
Muscle Analysis
Shared
Only in Balance Board
Instructions
Ankle Circles
Use a sturdy object like a squat rack to hold yourself.
Lift the right leg in the air (just around 2 inches from the floor) and perform a circular motion with the big toe. Pretend that you are drawing a big circle with it. Tip: One circle equals 1 repetition. Breathe normally as you perform the movement.
When you are done with the right foot, then repeat with the left leg.
Balance Board
Place a balance board in front of you.
Stand up on it and try to balance yourself.
Hold the balance for as long as desired.
Verdict
Both exercises target the calves. Ankle Circles is a beginner exercise using none, while Balance Board is beginner and uses other. Choose Ankle Circles if you have access to none, or Balance Board if you prefer other. Balance Board is a compound movement working multiple joints, making it better for overall strength. Ankle Circles isolates the target muscle for focused development.