Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical Solutions for Back ...

Marathon running is a popular sport. However, long-distance running can weaken and damage foot muscles, leading to chronic pain and running-related injuries. A new study reveals that marathon running ...

When was the last time you gave your feet some dedicated attention? Not just a quick polish change or cramming them into those too-tight shoes, but actual loving care? For most of us, feet fall into ...

Unfortunately, most runners will experience shin splints at some point, and though questions remain about what causes this lower leg pain and how to fix it, one thing’s clear: At their worst, shin ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. It’s easy to exercise ...

Stretching the calf muscles can ease plantar fasciitis pain. Strengthening foot muscles may help alleviate heel pain. Picking up marbles with your toes can strengthen foot muscles. The pain in the ...

Foot drop is a walking condition that can occur due to stroke, multiple sclerosis (MS), and other neurological disorders. Foot drop causes weakness or paralysis of the muscles that pull the foot ...

Claw foot is sometimes called claw toe or hammertoe. It is a condition where your toes are bent into a claw shape. You may be born with claw foot or you may develop it later in life. Here’s what you ...