While enjoying outdoor sports and activities is a must, it’s important to consider foot health and recovery throughout these adventures. Tramping, biking, running and even just chasing the kids around the amusement park can take a toll on feet, exacerbating pain and soreness and at times putting a stop to activity. For this reason, it is important to take proper steps to prevent aches and pains before exercising.
Find a shoe that suits your sport or activity. If you are going for a run, be sure to have on proper running shoes that fit the needs of your feet. The same thing goes for tramping-tough terrain requires a shoe that will offer stability to the feet and ankles.
It is just as important to provide feet with the necessary support post-workout. Walking barefoot can cause the foot to break down, and can ultimately lead to excruciating foot pain.
Slipping into a pair of supportive sandals or shoes immediately following physical activity, or whenever walking or standing on hard surfaces. The worst thing you can do for your feet is to deprive them of appropriate support after a workout. Instead of taking off your sneakers and walking barefoot, step into a shoe or sandal that will support the arch and cup the heel, preserving your natural footprint.
Supportive footwear even while walking around the house and running errands. Feet were not designed to walk on hard, unnatural surfaces. You will have much better results if you take care to support your foot’s natural contours with the right footwear.
While enjoying your favuorite activities — whether training for a marathon or simply taking a leisurely stroll around the block — it is important to consider foot health before, during and after.
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