Mornings when i get out of bed my ankle/achilles feel stiff! i have to hobble a few steps before they are flexible. no pain. only started this year?

Possible Tendonitis: Or thight achilles cord. Nsaids and ice and physical therapy should help. Do proper stretching.

Ankle stiffness: Your achilles may be getting tight for a multitude of reasons. Please get an examination and you most likely can use some physical therapy.

Stiff ankle: Ankle pain and stiffness can occur in the AM post resting from sleep due to a positional problem of the foot and ankle, DJD, arthritis, tight muscles, lack of stretching of the muscles and tendons, etc. your news to be evaluated. X-rays should be taken along with a gait exam and evaluation. See a Podiatrist.