It’s confusing and frustrating when a device meant to help — an orthotic — seems to make your pain worse. I’ve worked with many people (and experimented myself) to figure out why that happens and what to try next. Below I share a pragmatic, step-by-step approach I use with clients and...
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Footwear & Orthotics
I often get asked how to adapt a barefoot or minimalist shoe progression for...
Nutrition & Recovery
I’ve seen how persistent foot inflammation—the kind that shows up as aching...
Foot Care
After a run, my feet often feel like they’ve carried the entire day’s worth...
Mobility & Exercise
I remember the first time I tried to return to running after a stubborn foot...
After a run, my feet often feel like they’ve carried the entire day’s worth of movement—and sometimes a little resentment. Over the years I’ve learned that spending 10 focused minutes on post-run foot recovery can dramatically reduce...
I remember the first time I tried to return to running after a stubborn foot injury — the mix of excitement and anxiety was real. If you've been sidelined by plantar fasciitis, a stress reaction, tendon pain, or an ankle sprain, getting back to...
I used to think sweaty feet and blister hotspots were just part of being on my feet a lot — an annoying trade-off for an active life. After years of testing different shoes, routines and products, I discovered that many blister and sweat problems...
Flat feet in children are a frequent concern I hear about from parents—understandably so. Feet are the foundation of movement, and when they don't look or behave "typical," it can spark worry. Over the years I’ve learned to separate what needs...
I get asked a lot: “How do I find walking shoes that actually fit my wide feet?” It’s a question I’ve lived with — part frustration, part detective work — and over time I’ve learned that finding the right pair is less about chasing...
I often hear from readers who wake up with a burning or aching sensation under the ball of the foot, discomfort when pushing off during walking or running, or sharp twinges between the toes. Forefoot pain — whether it’s metatarsalgia, a...
I don’t like to alarm people, but I also believe in being practical: feet tell us a lot about our overall health, and some warning signs deserve a prompt professional eye. Over the years I’ve helped people sort through when to try conservative...
I often hear from readers that heel pain can feel like a stubborn shadow — it shows up first thing in the morning or after long periods of standing, and nothing seems to soothe it for very long. In my experience, tight calves are a common and very...
I’ve helped many people figure out practical ways to ease foot pain, and one strategy I keep returning to is the humble night splint. If you’ve been waking up with a stabbing heel pain from plantar fasciitis, a night splint can feel like a small...
I help readers keep their feet comfortable and functional every day, and one of the simplest ways to spare yourself pain, blisters, and wasted money is to make sure your shoes actually fit. I’ve measured hundreds of feet—my own included—and...