By Ashish

Yoga Poses for Plantar Fasciitis

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This pose stretches the calves and the bottoms of the feet, relieving  tension in the plantar fascia. It also strengthens the ankles, promoting  better support for the arches.

Downward Facing Dog Pose

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By stretching the hamstrings and calf muscles, this pose helps alleviate  tightness in the feet. It encourages a lengthening of the entire back  body, providing relief to the plantar fascia.

Seated Forward Bend

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This supine pose targets the calf muscles and allows for a gentle  stretch of the feet. It is particularly beneficial for those with  plantar fasciitis as it minimizes pressure on the feet while providing  effective stretching.

Reclining Hand-to-Big-Toe

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Focusing on spreading the toes in this standing pose helps to increase  the flexibility and strength of the muscles in the feet. It provides a  simple yet effective stretch for the plantar fascia.

Toe Spread

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While seemingly simple, standing in Tadasana with a focus on weight  distribution across the feet helps in strengthening the arches and  relieving tension in the plantar fascia.

Mountain Pose

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This pose not only engages the muscles in the legs and buttocks but also  provides a gentle stretch to the feet. It's beneficial for improving  overall foot strength and flexibility.

Bridge Pose

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By opening up the hips and stretching the ankles, Malasana indirectly  helps in relieving tension in the plantar fascia. This pose is  especially useful for those whose plantar fasciitis is exacerbated by  tightness in the lower body.

Garland Pose

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