How to Use a Stabilizer Ankle Brace in Motocross

Motocross is seriously hard on the ankles.

Motocross is an exhilarating and exciting sport that can provide hours of entertainment for participants and fans. However, part of the excitement stems from the daredevil tricks and rough terrain that motocross athletes compete in. Learning and perfecting these moves and this type of riding can be incredibly hard on the ankles, as one wrong move off a turn can result in a serious sprain or even a break. In order to ensure that you perform at your peak, you should protect your ankles while practicing. In this article, we will discuss how to use a stabilizer ankle brace in motocross.

Difficulty:

Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Stabilizer ankle brace

1. Alternate practice sessions. If you do not currently have an injured ankle but are trying to avoid a future injury, wear the stabilizer during most but not all practice sessions. In this way you can be sure that you do not become dependent on the stabilizer in case you enter a competition that prohibits their use.

2. Incorporate rehabilitation into the equation. Simply stabilizing an ankle is not enough to prevent further injury. Rehabilitate an injured ankle and do strengthening exercises on healthy ankles to avoid future injuries.

3. Work with a trainer. A trainer can help you develop a series of exercises specific to motocross-induced ankle stress.

4. Flexible brace

   Pick a stabilizer that will fit inside your shoe. These stabilizers do not interfere with movement and cause less interference with landings and turns. You are also less likely to become dependent on this type of brace.

5. Select an athletic stabilizer. Some stabilizers are designed to support damaged ankles while others are intended to be used during extreme stress and activity. Make sure your stabilizer is intended to support you during training and practice.

6. Be flexible.