Running for health and fitness is as popular as ever. Every year more
and more people take up the sport, either for the health benefits of
running, or in some cases with the longer-term goal of challenging
themselves to participate in a marathon. The attraction is easy to
understand: all you really need is a good pair of running shoes, and
your ready to go.
All those runners means there are a lot of sore feet out there, especially in the warmer weather when the greatest number of runners is out on the roads. But experienced runners say that running does not automatically mean you’re going to have sore feet. If you do, and it becomes chronic, then there are things you can do to get you back out running without pain.
For starters, people new to running are advised not to over-do it. Running may be addictive but you have to take care not to increase your mileage too much, before your body is ready. Mileage should not increase by more than ten percent every week. Experienced runners have learned to keep a log so they can keep track of how much they run and how many miles they’re racking up.
It is important to have a good pair of running shoes. But you should never buy a pair based on how they look. Just because a pair of shoes looks cool doesn’t mean they’ll provide your feet with the support and cushioning they need. The best approach is to be fitted at a running store, where experienced staff members can guide you to the shoes that best fit your running style.
Edward A Filcheck is a foot doctor who runs. He is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
All those runners means there are a lot of sore feet out there, especially in the warmer weather when the greatest number of runners is out on the roads. But experienced runners say that running does not automatically mean you’re going to have sore feet. If you do, and it becomes chronic, then there are things you can do to get you back out running without pain.
For starters, people new to running are advised not to over-do it. Running may be addictive but you have to take care not to increase your mileage too much, before your body is ready. Mileage should not increase by more than ten percent every week. Experienced runners have learned to keep a log so they can keep track of how much they run and how many miles they’re racking up.
It is important to have a good pair of running shoes. But you should never buy a pair based on how they look. Just because a pair of shoes looks cool doesn’t mean they’ll provide your feet with the support and cushioning they need. The best approach is to be fitted at a running store, where experienced staff members can guide you to the shoes that best fit your running style.
Edward A Filcheck is a foot doctor who runs. He is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
