With fall sports ramping up it’s important that you follow certain tips to keep feet injury-free this season.
Even though saying goodbye to summer can be disappointing, we do welcome the start of fall sports. Sometimes there is nothing better than watching a local football game with a cozy sweatshirt and a mug of hot cider. Whether you are thinking of joining a league or your child is getting ready to gear up for the school’s football team, remember these words of advice from our Manassas, Leesburg and Reston, VA podiatrists on how to keep feet healthy and safe during the season:
Warm-Up Before Every Game
Your coach has probably already told you the importance of warming-up your body before heading into a game. While you may not enjoy doing light cardio or active stretching your body needs it before taking on such an intense game. Warming up the muscles before each game will help to limber up the body and prevent injuries.
Wear the Right Shoes
You’d be surprised how many people think that any old athletic shoes will do, but if you think so you are making a big mistake. Not all shoes are created equal and you’ll want to choose the proper shoes for your sport. If you are feeling completely confused about which type of shoes are right for you head to your local specialty shoe store.
Consider the Benefits of Orthotics
If you are finding that your shoes aren’t giving you enough protection, support or shock absorption and you need to keep your feet feeling their best while in the heat of the game, you may want to ask our Manassas, Leesburg and Reston foot doctor about whether custom orthotics could help you. Structural imbalances and many foot conditions can benefit from what orthotics can offer.
Train All Year Long
You wouldn’t go into a test unprepared so why would you go into a training season without keeping your physical activity and training up throughout the year? Don’t just sit back on the off-season and expect to pick right back up where you left off during the fall. You need to prepare your body for such intense physical training. Talk to your coach about ways to keep your body working at its best during the off-season so you can really shine when it’s time to hit the field.
If you have questions about custom orthotics or other ways to protect your feet, Manassas, Leesburg and Reston Foot and Ankle Centers are here to help. From athletes to working professionals, we work with everyone to improve their foot health.