MORE: The Anarchy Workout From Men’s Health: 2 Dumbbells, 30 Minutes, Hundreds Of Calories GONE! If you want to ease pain and get stronger, then you’re going to want to pay a little more attention to your ankles. Spend 5 to 10 minutes before your next gym day, run, or fitness class bulletproofing and mobilizing the joints with the ankle armor drill shown in the video above. How to do it: Perform a standing calf raise, squeezing your muscles in the top position, and hold it 5 seconds. (A cramp means you’re doing it right!) Once you lower, immediately perform a shin raise. Hold the top position 5 seconds. Alternate between the two isometric holds for 5 to 10 minutes. This article was originally published by our partners at MensHealth.com.