Your podiatric physician talks about RUNNING AND YOUR FEET

It is a good idea for a beginning jogger to visit a podiatric physician before starting an exercise program. Your podiatrist will examine your feet and identify potential problems, discuss conditioning, prescribe an orthotic device that fits into a running shoe (if needed), and recommend the best style of footwear for your feet.

Shoe choice should be determined by foot structure (morphology), foot function (over or under pronated or neutral foot), body type (weight), running envirnonment and running regimen. Keep in mind that all shoes have a different shape, and sizes and widths are not uniform from shoe to shoe.

Consider whether an orthotic device will be placed in your shoe, and whether your running style is flat-footed or on the balls of the feet. Shoes should provide cushioning for shock absorption, and ought to be able to fully bend at the ball of the foot area and remain stable in the midfoot. Visit the shoe store in the afternoon and wear the type of sock you plan to use while training.

The best socks are those made of moisture wicking material such as Coolmax ®, rather than being made of cotton.
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