The story of the AKLS™ ankle system began with a critical realization: the inadequacy of available ankle strengthening solutions. Existing equipment was mostly confined to clinical settings and required professional supervision, making it prohibitively expensive and inaccessible for most people. Mass-market alternatives failed to effectively target all ankle movements through full ranges of motion. As a result, individuals with injuries resorted to makeshift solutions using resistance bands, kettlebells, or other repurposed equipment. These improvised methods fell short of replicating the exercises performed in clinical settings under the supervision of qualified healthcare providers.

Enter Matt Daher, a leader in injury rehabilitation and sport performance. Throughout his distinguished career, Matt has worked with elite athletes, including World Cup players and Olympic champions across multiple sports. His extensive experience within North America’s premier healthcare institutions exposed him to a widespread issue: the high prevalence of foot and ankle injuries, particularly prominent in high-impact sports, and the lack of adequate solutions to address them.

Motivated by this insight and his firsthand experience, Matt embarked on a quest for a better solution. He teamed up with Tremayne Mischey, a seasoned fitness industry professional with a lifelong passion for exercise equipment. Combining their expertise, they set out to realize a vision: the AKLS™ ankle system —a revolutionary approach to ankle strengthening and rehabilitation.