By Konrad Barnes Heel pain is common in adults over the age of forty. This type of pain may be caused by plantar fasciitis which is inflammation of the very thick ligament that provides support to the soles of your feet and your arches.When this ligament begins to wear out and lose its elasticity, you may […]
Running Shoes and Different Foot Types
By Paul Freary Foot shape and structure play an important role in running performance and injury prevention. Variations such as flat feet (pes planus), high arches (pes cavus), and broad feet can influence biomechanics and your running gait, affecting how forces are distributed during the gait cycle.Recognising these differences is an important factor for runners […]
Your First Day at CrossFit
By Anton Mark You’ve plucked up the courage to go to class and as you sit in the car you have another quick read of “the reasons why you haven’t started CrossFit”.It all makes sense, you know it does, everything you’ve told yourself, the excuses you made, were just that excuses, you’ve realized that you CAN […]
Pros and Cons of Using a Night Splint for Plantar Fasciitis
By Rehan Iqbal If you are suffering from plantar fasciitis, you may feel a bit confused by the many different options available for treatment. Which is best? How do you choose? The truth is, there are pros and cons to all methods of plantar fasciitis treatment, and a combination of methods is usually the best […]
Are There Any Differences Between Non Slip Footwear and Skid Resistant Shoes?
By Rehan Iqbal Due to the obvious hazards that can be found in almost every workplace today, more and more employers are insisting on having non-slip footwear for their employees. Fortunately, numerous companies have started developing safety shoes meant to minimize the chance or risk of injury from accidental falls. This has led to all […]
Understanding Grip Ratings for Non Slip Footwear
By Rehan Iqbal Without a universal standard for most workplaces, employees and workers must determine the proper slip-resistant shoe that will suit their work environment entirely. This is virtually one very impossible task for the average employee who just wants something comfortable. The truth is that many different types of shoes are rated as non […]
Gait Analysis- What You Need to Know
By Rehan Iqbal Are you a runner with a history of injuries? Do you struggle to find a good pair of shoes that just feel comfortable? The reason may be far simpler than you think, read on to find out how to fix this straightforward problem. Have you heard the phrase gait, or gait analysis only […]
Should You Try To Fix Flat Feet?
By Rehan Iqbal Flat feet (pes planus) may be inherited, or they may develop over time. If your flat feet don’t hurt and are not causing you any problems, your doctor will probably not recommend correcting your condition. If your flat feet are the result of years of stress and strain and excessive weight bearing […]
Is Having Flat Feet A Serious Condition?
By Rehan Iqbal Pes planus, or flat feet, can be painful. With this condition, you have little or no arch to your foot. Is this a serious condition? Can it be solved or cured? In this article, we discuss flat-footedness, provide insight to its causes and good advice to help you treat and cope with flat […]
How Does a Pedometer Help People Reach Their Fitness Goals
By Rehan Iqbal In this article, we’ll be talking about pedometers and how they help people reach their fitness goals. What is a Pedometer?A pedometer is a simple electronic device that tracks the number of steps that the wearer takes. They’re lightweight, portable and, in recent years, have become more accurate in their tracking.Most pedometers advise […]
