Whether you run for fun or for competition, every runner knows how important it is to take care of their feet. Our feet are the foundation for our body weight and structure as we move about. The feet absorb the pounding as we step and that pounding can be 3 to 4 times our body…
Category: Running & Marathoning
Shin Splints
Shin splints refer to leg pain between the knee and ankle that is caused by damage or inflammation of those tendons and muscles. It’s important to visit your doctor to rule out fractures if the stress is severe.
How To Treat IT Band Syndrome
Iliotibial Band Syndrome is one of the most common causes of knee pain in runners. IT Band Syndrome is caused when the knee becomes inflammed during training sessions or from over-use. Sometimes, over-pronation of the foot (turning downward or inward) may cause pain on the lateral (outer) side of the knee, lateral thigh, or lateral hip,…
Can Running Cause More Stress Than Walking and Standing?
A. Running exerts more pressure, 3-3.5 times pressure of body weight on the feet. It is not surprising that between 75-80% of the adult population have some form of foot problem.