Fixing Your Feet 6th Edition Available
After 14 months of revising and updating, editing and then editing again, and issues with the cover, the 6th edition of Fixing Your Feet is available. While it has been available for pre-order in Amazon, they now have the print version in stock and ready to ship. Amazon currently has the 6th edition priced at $13.64, well below […]
What To Do About Calluses
Anyone who knows me has heard me talk about calluses. I don’t like calluses – period. They indicate repeated pressure over time, generally from poor fitting footwear. But the most important thing to know is that if or when you get a blister under a callus, it will be painful. No matter how small or […]
One-Day Foot Care Clinics?
Since the 6th edition of Fixing Your Feet came out and I worked Western States 100 and Badwater for another year, I’ve been thinking about putting on a few one-day foot care clinics in 2017. I‘d like to do these around the U.S. – in Northern California, Southern California, Florida, maybe Texas and Oregon, and elsewhere if there is […]
Compression Sleeves and Socks
This blog post is written by Laura, a firm believer in the value of compression wear. She is a running enthusiast, and writes about the world of compression wear at Compression Info. The Benefits of Compression Sleeves When it comes time for your next big race or even weekend hike, wearing the proper footwear can be […]
Moxie Gear Shin Gaiters
At the huge Outdoor Retailers Show in Salt Lake City I have the privilege of meeting Darren Clark, an adventure racer from Australia. He was showing people his Moxie Gear Shin Gaiters. I have been a proponent of gaiters ever since I made my first pair of trail running gaiters out of athletic socks many years […]
Inside Your Amazing Feet
Last week my wife and I were in Las Vegas and saw the Bodies… The Expedition at Bally’s. You are probably asking what this has to do with feet – my usual topic. Check out the two photos. As an athlete, you’d appreciate being able to see the intricate detail of the bodies – and our feet. […]
Green Goo Salve for Feet
This summer at the Outdoor Retailers Show in Salt Lake City I discovered Green Goo products. Their business card says they are “Rethinking First Aid.” The company is based out of Lyons, CO. Their salves are 100% natural from organic farmers. The fresh and dried herbs are infused in organic oils for an increased medicinal value. […]
Above Your Feet – Shin Splints
Occasionally, I’ll talk about something not directly about feet. Today’s one of those days. James Dunne, over at Kinetic-Revolution.com, posted a blog post about shin splints. He said, “If you haven’t suffered from shin splints yourself (and I hope you haven’t), I’ll bet you know a runner or two who have – It’s such a common injury.” I agree. […]
Support John Morelock – Run Gently Out There
Many of you have heard of John Morelock, an ultrarunner and the author of Run Gently Out There: Trials, trails, and tribulations of running ultramarathons. John’s a friend to many and frequently does encouraging posts on Facebook. Well, John’s come into tough, hard times – and can use our support. On Monday November 14, John wrote a […]
Tread Labs Insoles – A Review
A while back I was sent a pair of Tread Labs insoles to try. Their Stride Orthotic Insoles offer the medical grade support of an orthotic with a strong deep heel cup giving biomechanical support, and a cushioned open cell polyurethane foam top for comfort. The combination arch supports and interchangeable cushioned foam tops combine for a […]