We are constantly standing or walking, and many people are still running. An active lifestyle has become an important part of health. One way that we can remain active is through Foot & Ankle Health. So as the weather warms, and you start running, biking, swimming or just relaxing in the warm sun, remember to care for your feet. Here are a couple health items to remember:
1. Protect your feet with proper shoegear for the activity. Flip flops are not the shoe for running or walking, but work great around the pool or at the beach. Running shoes work great for walking or running. If you want a supportive “slip on” shoe, think Crocs or supportive sandals.
2. Feet can get sunburned too. As you apply sunscreen, don’t forget the painful area of the feet.
3. Drink lots of water. As you overheat, drinking water will help overall health and reduce cramping or other symptoms in the feet and legs.
4. Enjoy the beauty around you. Sometimes just slowing down to smell the roses, taking time to talk with friends or family and taking in the beauty that we miss if we hurry by will increase your joy for life and your overall health.
May is the start of warmer temperatures and should be the starting point (or continuing point) of overall foot & ankle health.
We are constantly standing or walking, and many people are still running. An active lifestyle has become an important part of health. One way that we can remain active is through Foot & Ankle Health. So as the weather warms, and you start running, biking, swimming or just relaxing in the warm sun, remember to care for your feet. Here are a couple health items to remember:
1. Protect your feet with proper shoegear for the activity. Flip flops are not the shoe for running or walking, but work great around the pool or at the beach. Running shoes work great for walking or running. If you want a supportive “slip on” shoe, think Crocs or supportive sandals.
2. Feet can get sunburned too. As you apply sunscreen, don’t forget the painful area of the feet.
3. Drink lots of water. As you overheat, drinking water will help overall health and reduce cramping or other symptoms in the feet and legs.
4. Enjoy the beauty around you. Sometimes just slowing down to smell the roses, taking time to talk with friends or family and taking in the beauty that we miss if we hurry by will increase your joy for life and your overall health.
May is the start of warmer temperatures and should be the starting point (or continuing point) of overall foot & ankle health.