Hurting from leg cramps? These exercises may be the answer

Stand facing a wall with hands on it. Step one foot back, keeping it straight. Bend the front knee while pressing the back heel into the floor. Switch legs and repeat.

Calf Stretches

Calf stretches help to improve muscle flexibility and reduces the risk of muscle cramps, while increasing blood flow to the lower legs.

Sit on a chair with feet flat on the ground. Lift your toes as high as you can while keeping your heels down and hold. Lower your toes back down and repeat.

Toe Taps

Toe Taps enhance blood circulation in the feet and lower legs, reducing the likelihood of cramps.

Sit or lie down comfortably. Lift one leg off the ground. Rotate your ankle in a circular motion, clockwise and then counterclockwise.

Ankle Circles

Ankle circles improve ankle flexibility, which can help prevent cramps and maintain good blood circulation in the lower extremities.

Stand or hold onto a stable surface for balance. Bend one knee, bringing your heel towards your buttocks. Hold your ankle with your hand and gently pull it closer to your buttocks.

Quad Stretches

This stretch targets the quadriceps (front thigh muscles) and helps prevent cramps in the thigh and knee areas.

Sit on a chair with your back straight and feet flat on the floor. Lift one leg straight up as high as you comfortably can. Hold and repeat.

Seated Leg Lifts

It strengthens the thigh muscles and increases circulation, lowering the risk of leg cramps.