Did you know when you walk your feet support 3 times your body weight, when you run that goes up to 7 times, and when you jump 10 times your body weight when you land. Crazy right? So it is very important that your habits in the gym are built around keeping your feet injury free and powerful.
Here is where to start:
Stay Firmly Planted. When you train make sure your feet are ALWAYS firmly planted. Keep them flat on the ground, never compensate for too heavy of weight by twisting your feet or curling your toes.
Train for Balance. Did you know if you have ever twisted or sprained your ankle you are 5 times as likely to re-injure. Add balance to your training to mitigate your risk for injury by practicing yoga tree pose daily. You can also add balance training to everyday weight training by standing on one leg while you do shoulder presses or bicep curls.
Work Your Core. If you remember anything about training it should be your core is the center of your strength and ability. Dr. Elizabeth Kurtz of Chicago said that most foot injuries start with a weak core. A weak core leaves you susceptible and open to every kind of injury. Yoga and pilates are a great addition to your regimen.
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