 [ Symptoms ] why does my leg ankle and foot swell i am 70 years old for about 2 months ago i have started to walk 2 miles a day on three days each week now i have noticed that my right leg calf ankle and foot are swelling is this due to the walking program i started or is something else going on i would not think that 6 miles a week should matter [ Disease ] hm well that is an interesting question i am sorry you are having this problem when you have just begun an activity that should be good for your health not vice versa i would recommend you get this checked out by a physician many things could be causing the symptoms you describe only a physical examination can begin to solve the mystery best wishes on your fitness routine and i hope your leg problem gets resolved soon