This is another installment in our 12-part series of how foot health is a year-round process. To learn how August challenges your feet, click here. In this blog, we take a closer look at the month of September and how it can present its own unique challenges for your feet.
Protecting Your Feet in September
There are plenty of things going on in September where your feet play a crucial role. From early autumn hikes to Friday night football games, you need to be cognizant of your feet. Here are some ways to protect your feet in September.
Football and Foot Health – High school football is in full swing, and if you want to have a better chance of playing the whole season without injury, pay attention to your feet. Check out this blog post for five ways to prevent common football foot and ankle injuries, or check out this post for information on preventing youth football injuries. We also share some tips for preventing and managing concussions in this post. Finally, you should also keep these tips in mind when buying athletic cleats for your child.
Hiking – September is a picturesque month for hiking by the Mississippi river or climbing one of Minnesota’s many scenic hiking trails. Hiking can take a toll on your feet, especially if you overdo it or hike in the wrong pair of shoes. In this blog, we share some tips for buying the right hiking boots for your situation, and here, we provide a guide for caring for your feet before, during and after a hike.
Marathon Training – A number of marathons are scheduled in September or October because the weather usually cooperates and running conditions are ideal. So if you are planning on running your first 5K or something longer, or you’re just looking for some of the most scenic running routes in the Twin Cities area, check out these related blog posts.
Fall Foot Issues – September also welcomes the official start of fall, and while it can be a pretty season, it can also be difficult on our feet. As you’ll find out in this blog post, fall can oftentimes be the most stressful time for a woman’s feet. Also, if you’re running outside, you’ll want to check out these tips for running in the fall.
Next month, Halloween and the month of October take center stage!
