How to Protect Weak Ankles

Weak ankles can be a terrible disadvantage when you play sports. This is even more true when you do not know how to protect them properly.

Things You'll Need

  • An Ace bandage or medical/athletic tape
  • Proper gear for your sport
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Instructions

    • 1

      Start wrapping your ankle before you begin playing or exercising.

    • 2

      Use an athletic bandage or athletic tape to keep your ankle protected.

    • 3

      Make a figure 8 with your bandage, wrapping around your ankle, then under the arch of your foot.

    • 4

      Fasten the bandage when you are comfortable with the strength of the wrapping.

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