Q&A – Hot Spots Quick Fix
Here’s a question I received a while back—but is relevant anytime. I’ll have some extra comments after the Q&A. The Question I am hoping you can give me some advice. I am running AC 100 in three weeks, and the last couple of long training runs I have done on the course, I have had hotspots […]
Free Introduction to Ultrarunning Webinar
Most people like “free.” If you are one of those and want to either get into running ultramarathons or get better at running them, this is for you. It’s a free webinar, an Introduction to Ultrarunning. The webinar is sponsored by the Ultrarunning Academy, founded by professional ultrarunners and coaches Johnny Hällneby and Ellen Westfelt in […]
How Often Should You Change Your Running Shoes
Today’s guest blog post is from David Dack, an established fitness blogger and running expert. Your running shoes might be built from some solid materials, but they won’t last you forever. Even the most expensive shoes can only take so much, but how do you know when it’s time to get a new pair? To […]
Let’s Support Each Other and Learn
Most of us, in today’s new world of COVID-19, no matter where we live, are using social-distancing techniques. I pray all of you are well. I also hope you are able to get out a bit for a run, hike, or bike—while also being careful to avoid exposure to someone who might be a COVID-19 […]
Blister Taping in the Toe Joint
I want to share a tip on taping a blister in a toe joint. It can be used on any toe joints and even on finger joints. Blisters in the crease of the toe joints are quite common. Occasionally, an athlete develops a hot spot or blister at the base of a toe—right in the […]
What Went Wrong with These Toes?
Every so often you capture one of those pictures that are perfect for a teaching opportunity. This is one of those pictures. There are actually two pictures, both from the same runner. These are from last July’s Badwater race in Death Valley. In the first picture, the first thing you notice is the blisters. Three of […]
Taping for Wearing Sandals
There are times when an athlete may switch from wearing shoes to sandals. This happened in the 2019 Six Days in the Dome when runners were trying to get as many miles as possible in six days. A runner was having issues with his shoes. His feet were hurting and he decided to try wearing […]
Insole Quandary
There are two kinds of athletes when it comes to insoles. Those that buy new shoes and never change the stock insoles, even when they become paper-thin. And those that use the stock insoles for a bit, or even right from the start, and then purchase new insoles. I think stock insoles have gotten better, […]
Do You Condition Your Feet?
My question for today is, “Do you do any conditioning of your feet before a big race or long hike, or any other adventure?” Or do you just go out and hope for the best—because, after all, what could go wrong with your feet? So, what is the best way to condition your feet? Your […]
Biomechanics
Biomechanics is a topic often overlooked by athletes. I think it’s important for athletes to have a basic understanding of how everything fits together. I hope you’ll take a few minutes are read this article. Many athletes who have participated in extreme sports have learned firsthand how one minor problem can be magnified over time […]