What your shoes tell you & when to get new ones.

  • Toe Area (Front of Shoe):

    • Indicates frequent lunging and forward movements.
    • Overuse can strain Achilles tendon, calf muscles, and forefoot flexors.
    • Strengthen calf muscles (gastrocnemius, soleus), tibialis anterior, and toe flexors.
  • Heel Wear:

    • Suggests heavy heel striking, leading to poor shock absorption.
    • Can cause stress on knees, hips, and lower back.
    • Strengthen glutes, hamstrings, and core for better control and balance.
  • Inside Edge (Medial Wear):

    • Signals overpronation (foot rolling inward).
    • Can overuse ankle stabilizers, knees, and hips.
    • Strengthen posterior tibialis, gluteus medius, and hip abductors.
  • Outside Edge (Lateral Wear):

    • Indicates supination (foot rolling outward), reducing shock absorption.
    • Increases risk of ankle sprains and lateral knee strain.
    • Strengthen peroneal muscles, lateral hip stabilizers, and quadriceps.
  • Even Wear Across the Sole:

    • Reflects balanced movement, proper biomechanics, and good muscle engagement.
    • Maintain strength in foot arch, ankle stabilizers, and core muscles for continued alignment.

When To Get New Shoes

Exercises to Strengthen Overused Areas Based on Shoe Wear Patterns

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