{"id":764,"date":"2016-04-14T13:30:16","date_gmt":"2016-04-14T13:30:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/drgaryevans.com\/?p=764"},"modified":"2016-04-14T13:30:16","modified_gmt":"2016-04-14T13:30:16","slug":"how-marathons-affect-your-feet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drgaryevans.com\/how-marathons-affect-your-feet\/","title":{"rendered":"How Marathons Affect Your Feet"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Find out how marathons impact feet and what you can do to maintain good foot health.<\/em><\/p>\n

Marathons are a great way to stay active and fit while also enjoying the rush of the competition. For some, marathons are a lifestyle that they just can\u2019t live without. The adrenaline and endorphins from completing another marathon can leave you hungry for more; however, while you\u2019re enjoying the afterglow of yet another completed marathon, it\u2019s important to consider your feet!<\/p>\n

While we often don\u2019t think of our feet until there is a problem, it\u2019s important to protect them during marathon training and competitions to ensure that they stay healthy and happy. Let\u2019s learn about the effect marathons can have on your feet, and what you can do to protect them.<\/p>\n

Common Foot Problems of Marathon Runners<\/h4>\n

While marathoners tend to be healthier than the rest of the population, there are some precautions that should be taken to ensure that the athlete staves off the common injuries that can occur over those strenuous miles.<\/p>\n

Do you know just how much a marathon knocks your feet around? On average, a runner will land about 13,000\u00ad20,000 times on each foot with their whole weight. That\u2019s certainly a lot of force and pressure that your feet have to deal with. Therefore, don\u2019t be surprised if you experience any of these common issues:<\/p>\n