Stand with feet hip-width apart
Shift weight evenly across both feet
Lift toes slightly, then relax them down
Press the big toe, little toe, and heel into the floor
Engage the muscles along the inside of the foot
Shorten the foot by gently drawing the ball of the foot toward the heel
Avoid curling the toes
Keep the ankle aligned and not collapsing inward
Hold the arch lift for a few seconds
Release slowly and repeat
Practice barefoot on a stable surface
Use a mirror to check foot alignment
Start with short holds and build gradually
Stop if you feel pain