Toes can become weak as the result of a fracture, sprain or arthritis that affects the toes. Your toes play an essential role in allowing you to maintain your balance as you walk, jump, run and perform all weight-bearing activities. Weak toes may be more susceptible to further injury. While toe injuries and conditions should be examined by a physician, you can also strengthen your toes at home.
Step 1
Stand with your feet positioned shoulder-width apart and slowly raise up off of your heels and onto your toes. This will cause a stretch in the back of your lower leg. Hold this position for a count of five seconds, then relax; complete three sets of 10 repetitions daily.
Step 2
Sit in a chair and place 10 marbles on the ground in front of the toes you wish to strengthen. Place a small, plastic container beside your opposite foot and squeeze the marbles -- one at a time -- between your toes and the ball of your foot. Transfer the marbles to the small container and repeat for each marble for three sets of 30 repetitions daily.
Step 3
Use your hand to slowly bend the joints of your toes. Gently bend and straighten the joints of each of the toes you desire to strengthen and hold each position for five seconds. Complete this exercise 10 times, three times each day.
Step 4
Stand or sit with your feet flat on the ground. Slowly spread your toes as far apart as possible, hold this position for a count of five seconds, relax and repeat. Complete three sets of 10 repetitions daily; make this exercise more challenging by placing a rubber band around the center of your toes for increased resistance.
Things You'll Need
- Marbles
- Small plastic container
- Rubber band
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