Strengthening the Big Toe
Suzanne explains the importance of strengthening the big toe in our running stride and offers advice on how to address stiffness or pain in the big toe joint. She emphasizes the need to establish the cause of discomfort and suggests footwear modifications, resistance band exercises, and footwork to strengthen the area. Consistency in shoe choice is also highlighted to prevent potential injuries.In this clip
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The Running Explained Podcast
s1/e32 Your Runner's Feet with Suzanne Hamilton, Sports Podiatrist (@suzannehamiltonpodiatry)
Related Questions
Why is big toe mobility important in the context of the episode s4/e/22 How Mobility Can Help Chronic Injury & Improve Running Performance and the clip Big Toe Extension?
How does toe flexion and extension help with chronic injury and improve running performance as discussed in the episode s4/e/22 How Mobility Can Help Chronic Injury & Improve Running Performance and the clip Big Toe Extension?
Do shoe types matter when running, as discussed in the episode s1/e32 Your Runner's Feet with Suzanne Hamilton, Sports Podiatrist (@suzannehamiltonpodiatry) and the clip Happy Feet, Happy Running?