Top tips for improving foot mechanics
BeachLife Physiotherapy • 28 October 2025
Why are foot mechanics important?
The feet are the base of our kinetic chain.
Poor foot mechanics can cause compensations, dysfunction and pain further up the chain; especially in hips or knees, but even lower back and neck.
1. Strength
Complete exercises that strengthen the intrisic muscles of the feet.
These are the muscles that control your toes and support your arch.
2. Mobility
Good movement at the ankle and big toe are critical to correct foot function.
Complete mobility exercises if you have reduced movement.
3. Proprioception
Improve stability and balance in your foot and ankle.
Practice single leg balance exercises, especially on a soft surface.
4. Barefoot walking
Walk barefoot on soft surfaces such as sand and grass to strengthen the intrinsic muscles in the feet.

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