First human tests of new biosensor that warns when athletes are about to 'hit the wall'

First human tests of new biosensor that warns when athletes are about to 'hit the wall'

Shoes - The real support to your Bodies Health!



I have set a new goal for myself. I decided to do my first Sprint Triathlon. 1/4 mile swim, 10 mile bike and a 3.1 mile run. I started training last week and tried to push through the pain in the side of my foot just below the Big Toe and ignore the fact that my 3rd and 4th toes were sleeping on the job. Once the inflammation and pain had gotten so bad that even the blankets on the bed touching my foot was excruciating, it was time to see what was really going on. I now have had a steroid shot in the side of my foot - needles don't bother me but when there is no flesh to actually cushion the puncture! It wasn't that bad though. I now have to go for an MRI to see if this is only bursitis. I think the hardest part was being told by my doctor that I shouldn't be running until we find out exactly what the issue is. NOOOOO!!!!!  I tried to slip in Roller Blading and that was a big NO too. He revoked my roller blading privileges. I am allowed to swim so this will be a plus for the Sprint in September.

All this leads to Shoes. You have to have good athletic shoes to support your activity. Did you know there are many different models for each activity. If you are running only there is a shoe, if you are doing boot camps there is a different shoe, if you stand all day - yes, a different shoe. Each of these will have different flexibilities, supports, cushioning and stabilizers. Who knew! Each brand / model of shoe will correct if you pronate or supinate when you walk and run. I went to see my good friends Peggy and Rachael at The Run Shoppe in Cape Coral, Fl. to see what they could do for me. I found out that when I walk and run, I step with the outside of my heel and roll to the inside towards the big toe. They had shoes to correct this! I also did not have to wear the arch supports separate in my shoes anymore either. I really suggest you go to a professional runners shop to have them evaluate your walking and running form to be sure you get the exact shoe for you.

 

Shoes not meant for your feet can cause foot, ankle, knee, hip, back and even shoulder issues.

Think of it this way.... if you foot is rolling to the outside edge when you walk and run, you are actually twisting the ankle which causes a odd angle on the knee joint so it can't track in a straight line. This can cause sore hip joints and may make one hip sit higher than the other. Guess where this goes? To the spine and causing lower back pain and a curve laterally that can "pinch" or irritate the sciatic nerve in one side or the other just above the booty cheeks. The curving of spine can cause shoulder irritation, neck pain or headaches!

 

WOW! All this just from incorrect shoe support. Many issues can be corrected by just getting fitted with the correct shoes by a running specialist. Your local department stores most likely do not have this experience. They just want the sale, not your comfort.

 

Remember, let you shoes be the support to your new Healthy Fit Lifestyle. Your body will love you!

 

Talk you soon.

 

Coach Sue Meredith

Susan Meredith Fitness Enterprises

Fort Myers / Cape Coral Adventure Boot Camp

 

email: getfit@suemeredith.com.