The new year is a great time to refresh your selfcare routine, regardless of if you live an active lifestyle. Whether you walk, run, work on your feet all day, or enjoy recreational sports, your feet take on a lot of stress. Adding these simple stretches and strengthening exercises can significantly improve your lower extremity mobility, reduce your discomfort, and keep you moving comfortably all year long. We’ve put together some practical, easy-to-follow stretches and exercises designed to support healthy, active feet, all in just 10 minutes!
If you’re experiencing common painful foot conditions like plantar fasciitis, bunions, or flat feet, a Registered Chiropodist can help you in many ways!
Our toes play an important role in our posture, balance and supporting body weight. In doing this, they endure a considerable amount of pressure as they bend and grip to stabilize the feet and lower body. Walking on uneven terrain, such as hiking through the woods, can be challenging to navigate. Our toes help to stabilize us to keep us from losing our balance!