Foot Health News Today
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Think Twice About Fitness Trends
02/18 - IPFH
The emergence of High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and other get-fit-quick programs that promise to help people rapidly reach their fitness goals has caused injuries to skyrocket, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Citing the Consumer Product Safety Commission, which reported that more than 939,700 Americans received medical treatment for exercise-related injuries in 2012 (approximately 100,000 more people than in 2011), the Academy stresses the need for balance and moderation if you want to get fit and stay fit over the long term. Read their tips, and and take care of your feet for optimal comfort and protection.
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Walk Like a Penguin
02/13 - IPFH
With much of the country experiencing record amounts of snow and ice, this message--walk like a penguin--bears repeating. Sometimes we can't avoid walking on ice, whether it's to get to a car in the parking lot or simply to make it out of the house so you can start shoveling or laying down salt. Watch the video to see how to do it--and remember to wear appropriate footwear that fits right!
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Regular Exercise Helps You Balance Work and Family
02/11 - IPFH
New research by the author of a Harvard Business Review blog shows "a clear relationship between physical activity that is planned, structured, repetitive, and purpos[eful] and one's ability to manage the intersection between work and home." Study participants who exercised regularly were less likely to experience conflict between their work and home lives and were more likely to have a sense of self-efficacy--the feeling that they could take things on and get them done. IPFH urges you to get active now and reap the benefits! For maximum comfort and foot protection, choose the right footwear, properly fitted, as shown in our integrated approach.
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Achilles Tendinitis: One More Reason to Lose Weight and Get Active
02/6 - IPFH
Being overweight or obese increases your risk of developing Achilles tendinitis and other foot and ankle problems, according to recent research. "As the obesity epidemic continues to rise, we as clinicians will face an epidemic of foot and ankle tendinopathies," the authors write. Weight loss can help lighten the load on the Achilles tendon, and appropriate stretching and strengthening exercises can help reduce pain and improve function. Those exercises are especially effective in people who are active, not sedentary. Learn more about Achilles tendinitis here.
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More Proof It’s Never Too Late to Get Active and Healthy
02/4 - IPFH
Staying active or starting a regular physical activity program in your 60s and beyond is the key to healthy, active aging, according to a recent study. Researchers examined the effects of regular exercise in close to 3500 men and women with an average age of 64. Over eight years of followup, 19.3% of the sample met the criteria for healthy aging. Becoming active or remaining active (moderate or vigorous activity at least once a week) was associated with healthy aging in comparison with remaining inactive over follow-up. IPFH agrees that age is not a barrier to physical activity. No matter what activity you choose, wear the right clothing and properly fitted footwear for maximum comfort and protection.