Barefoot running has become very popular in recent years, thanks in large part to the best-selling novel Born to Run, which cites “natural” running techniques and explores the correlation between foot injuries and the rise of the modern running shoe. At the same time, running studies have found that barefoot running promotes a midfoot-strike pattern, […]
5 Tips for Buying the Right Sandals
Sandal season is almost here, and that means it’s time to put the winter boots away and dust off your favorite pair of open-toed shoes. If you need a new pair of sandals, we’re here to ensure you buy a pair that will keep your feet from aching. Below, we share five tips for buying […]
How Family Life Impacts Your Child’s Weight
Diet and exercise play a strong role in your child’s fitness, but so too does life at home, according to new research published in Preventative Medicine. “It’s not just what you eat and exercise,” when it comes to fitness, said Dr. Daphne Hernandez, co-author of the study. “It’s really important to think about what is going […]
5 Common Baseball Foot Injuries, and How To Prevent Them
Opening Day has come and gone and baseball players around the league are hoping their 2015 season will be injury free. Unlike the NFL where stories about concussions dominate the headlines, a large portion of baseball players who are sidelined by injury suffer foot- and ankle-related injuries. Below, we discuss five common baseball injuries and […]
Suffering From Knee Pain? Walk on an Incline
A new study out of Ball State University found that walking on a slight incline could help alleviate pain and build strength in patients with knee osteoarthritis. Henry Wang, co-author of the study, said walking has numerous health benefits for people of all ages, but it could be even more important for combating painful knee […]
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