How many pairs of running shoes do you own? Different running shoes load the foot and ankle in different ways and varying the type of running shoes you own may reduce your risk of injury by avoiding repetitive strain

An episode about walking! Yes, feet and legs can become fatigued and strained when walking as well as running, especially when walking in sunnier climes where the heat and dehydration conspire to tire your muscles tendons and ligaments more quickly. If you are planning some holiday trekking here are some useful tips to help you stay healthy and get more enjoyment out of your holiday

If you knew there was one thing you could do to prevent Plantar Fasciitis, would you do it? Of course there are many causes of heel pain but there is one big risk factor that is easy to fix with some simple exercises. In this episode I talk about these sommon risk factors and how you can address them.

Spring is here, even if it doesn’t always feel like it outside! Spring is a time to start up your Summer testing plan, sort out your shoes and gear for the warmer weather, or maybe venture out for the first time as a new runner. Here are some essential tips to get the most from those long running days in the Spring sunshine

Ice is nice right? When something feels sore, putting an ice pack on it seems like a natural thing to do. It numbs the pain, cools the area down and feels nice. But is it always the best thing for an injury?

The business models of gyms and fitness clubs depend on New Years resolutions to get fit after the Christmas excess! The problem is that making promises to ourselves based on guilt puts unreasonable pressure and stress on us, making us feel worse and even more guilty when we fail to achieve the lofty goals we set for ourselves, no to mention being somewhat poorer having shelled out on a yearly gym membership! All the above said, there is nothing wrong with goal setting, and it is a great idea to set a new challenge to kick off the new year. In this episode I give my 4 top tips to help you make a success of your goals this year

How using a gradual build up to your long runs on a 3 week cycle can help to reduce your risk of injury

A Plantar Plate year is an injury to the ligament stabilising the toes as they join into the foot. Injury to this structure can cause pain in the ball of the foot when walking and running. In this episode I discuss the causes and share some tips on how to manage it

Metatarsalgia is a catch all term for forefoot pain, but there are many causes and the treatment will be different for each one, so it is important to get the right diagnosis to speed your recovery. Apologies for the short delay in the recording until the podcast begins