Stretching, icing, all that sort of massage, all that kind of rehab stuff, super, super important, right? Maybe it’s the worst thing you could be doing for yourself, if you’re trying to be a healthier, better human being, let alone athlete. We’re going to find out more about that on today’s episode of The MOVEMENT Movement Podcast with my guest Brianne Showman, PT, DPT.
Are Minimal Shoes Actually BAD for You?
Maybe everything I’ve ever said about minimalist footwear, or natural movement, or barefoot running is wrong, and if you try any of those things, you’re going to get hurt. Let’s find out on today’s episode of The MOVEMENT Movement podcast with my friend Jonathan Beverly, long time editor of running times magazine, author of Your Best Stride, and now editor of podiumrunner.com.
Blisters Are Good For You
Could getting a blister on your foot be the most important, valuable thing that ever happens to you as a runner. Crazy as that sounds. I want to encourage you to ponder what your body is doing. Use that information as the appropriate feedback. Pay attention to the good side and if there’s not a good side, just experiment. Just try something different.