by Heelpedia on June 28, 2011
Running is a great exercise, but it could also lead to serious injury. In many cases injury can be prevented by listening to your feet! Subtle imperfections like black toenails or calluses could lead to major injuries, so don’t ignore these seemingly minor issues.
Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis causes heel pain or discomfort through the arch of the foot. This condition results when connective fibers that run along the bottom of the foot become inflamed at the spot where they attach to the heel bone. Runners often develop plantar fasciitis if their foot muscles when are weak. By curling your toes down against a towel or tennis ball, you can effective stretch out these fibers and curb tension that may lead to injury. [click to continue…]
by Heelpedia on June 28, 2011
Lexington, Kentucky may be best known sprawling, beautiful horse farms, but the city has recently received notoriety for another reason — it’s the most sedentary city in the United States.
According to a new study from Men’s Health Magazine, Lexington is the most exercise-phobic city followed by Indianapolis, Indiana and Jackson Mississippi. Seattle, San Francisco and Oakland, California were ranked among the most physically active. [click to continue…]
by Heelpedia on February 3, 2010
Plenty of people let sedentary lifestyles sneak up on them. Many us us sit in front of a computer screen during the day and come home to only sit in front of the television set. These lifestyles are common, but they’re also detrimental to your health. [click to continue…]
