Hi folks, welcome! Just because you can't handle barefoot running, does not mean that you can't use it as a carefully titrated component of your arch (thus your running) training. I really don't like using arch supports for running, as I consider them to be a crutch, but it would appear, that for now at least, I'm forced to do so! Ever since my interest in barefoot running, and increasing the ... Read more
Hi folks, welcome! A simple lesson can make all the difference to the enjoyment of your sport, and your chances of avoiding or fixing training injuries. About 18 months ago, I posted a crude video demonstrating how bike pedal design can allow your heels to float from side to side. This is critical if the forces tracking through your knees and ankles don't follow a straight line, essentially parallel to the ... Read more
Hi folks, welcome! As you age, you have to be constantly vigilant of training stresses, as a stitch in time most certainly saves nine! Furthermore, if something doesn't work, try something else! I got out of bed this morning and to my surprise my feet hurt. They hurt a lot - plantar fasciitis (veterinarian heal thyself?). It was a very diffuse form. Think of this: I'm slowly ramping up my training, back ... Read more
Hi Folks, I'm pleased that you took the time to visit! Whether you walk, run, bike, swim, ski, or whatever, happy feet are one key to a happy you. The way to develop happy feet is to (a) build strong, active, responsive arches, (b) develop soft feet, as recommended by Jack Heggie in one of the best running books ever written, "Running With The Whole Body," and (c) nurture your relationship with your ... Read more
Hi folks, welcome! In order to get over and stay over sports injuries, or the negative impact of aging on your activity level, you have to be constantly vigilant in order to fix your issues and keep them fixed. I'm amazed by the number of people with plantar fasciitis, and they seem to come in one of several main types, (1) runners, (2) people on their feet a lot, (3) people who have suffered serious ... Read more
"Your next sports injury is just one little mistake away!" FitOldDog Hi folks, welcome to my brief thought of the day! A friend of mine asked me today whether he should 'run through' a recent running-induced calf injury. My response was an immediate: "No Way!" You have to learn to listen to your body, but when it comes to calf injuries, or anything to do with your lower limbs, you had better take care to ... Read more
Hi folks, welcome! Myofascial massage rollers can be expensive, so choose wisely. Rebecca and I consider the selection of rollers, but whichever one you buy remember that you are having a conversation with the roller. From time to time we receive questions about massage rollers in relation to treating plantar fasciitis. In fact, they have been somewhat frequent lately - I wonder if it's the cold weather ... Read more
Hi folks! Welcome! Use other runners to pull up your pace as they go by, it really works. Just try to hang in behind them for as long as you wisely can, with the accent on wisely. I like to build local races into my training plan, and local food into my eating plan, because it just makes sense. Plus you meet some great people and enjoy wonderfully healthy food. What's more local than your own garden, in ... Read more
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