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Sports / August 22, 2026

A runner's checklist for healthy feet

New race season, new miles. A few easy habits can keep common running injuries away.

5 min read  |  Written by the Neuhaus Foot & Ankle team

Running injuries often start small. A sore spot that you ignore for a few weeks can become a stress fracture or a tendon problem.

Five quick checks

  • Replace running shoes every 300 to 500 miles
  • Add distance slowly, about 10 percent a week
  • Pay attention to pain that is in one exact spot
  • Stretch your calves and Achilles after every run
  • Take rest days seriously

When to see us

Pain that gets worse during a run, swelling, or pain at night are signs to get checked. We can find the cause and help you train smarter.

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Our podiatrists can help. Book a visit at any of our 15 clinics.

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