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Hi all, I've been lurking for a while now. I'm enjoying the information and humor! This past week, my heels have been hurting a bit. I really don't think it's the beginning of PF. Or is it? Thanks!!! Debi
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Do you own a foam roller? If not go buy one. They are worth their weight in gold. I had this problem with my right heel after my marathon. I did a lot of reading about it and found out that one of the causes of PF can be tight calf or soleus muscles. Then I got the bright idea to roll out my lower leg on my foam roller and !VIOLA! no more heel pain!!!!!!!!!!
This past week, my heels have been hurting a bit. I really don't think it's the beginning of PF. Or is it? They don't hurt in the morning at all. Only after I've been on my feet for a while. It's a sort of dull ache. I just went on a walk with the dogs and one of my kids and wore my old shoes and my heels are aching. They just feel tender and a little bruised, not a sharp pain. My shoes have 132 miles on them. Do you think it's possible that I need some new ones already? I started running in October and started my log in December. Started the log when I got new shoes. I would love some feedback on what you all might think and what I can do to make them feel better. It only started around Tuesday this past week. Everything else on my body feels great.
Thanks for that info! Is this what you're talking about? http://www.workoutz.com/exercise/feet_soles_with_foam_roller I just got back from a run. Had more of an achiles ache today. It felt really tight, like I needed to stretch. I even had a cramp in my arch...that's a first. Had my best time yet though which is good Hopefully I can find a roller that isn't $50!!! Can't I use a pool noodle??? LOL! Debi
Hi Debi, I paid $30.00 for mine. Look at fitness sites such as www.spri.com I used to teach group fitness (aerobics) so I know where some good deals are. Yes that is the roller I'm talking about. Pool noodles won't cut it...they're wayyyy too soft. If you can't find a foam roller that is reasonable in your area try buying a thing called "The Stick" you can find these usually at your local running store. They're second best to the roller. I prefer the roller because when you use it, you also build up some upper body muscle and work on the core all while giving yourself a massage. Wohoo!
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