A Pain in the Toe: Ingrown Toenails


Updated 10/14/11 11:48 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 12 comments

How to Prevent and Treat Ingrown Toenails

In my experience, not being able to run because of an ingrown toenail is so uncool. There is absolutely zero glamour to it, not that any injury is glamorous, and ingrown toenails can be easily avoided. If you have never experienced this annoying problem let me explain — an ingrown toenail occurs when the corners of one of your toenails grows into the soft skin of your toe. This unorthodox nail Read more

5 Ways to Show Your Running Feet Some Love


Updated 03/09/12 11:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Tips to Ease Sore Runner's Feet and Prevent Injury

A runner's feet take quite the beating with all the repetitive pounding, sweating, and muscle exertion. Here are five ways to help ease soreness and prevent foot injuries that could sideline your running routine. Grab a tennis ball: If you have a loving friend who's offering to rub your feet regularly, that's great, but most of us don't have that luxury. Instead, perform a little self-massage Read more

Start Now to Prevent Achy, Tired, and Sore Feet This Summer


Updated 05/18/11 11:39 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 1 comment

How to Prevent Tired, Achy, and Cracked Feet

Whether your feet are sore from a long run or a night on the dance floor, there's one thing for certain — achy, throbbing feet can put a damper on your day, not to mention your workout. With Spring in full swing and Summer fast approaching, chances are you'll be using your feet more and more, whether it's a steady stream of weekend hiking or enjoying the outdoors with longer runs. But before Read more

Do You Wear High Heels?


Updated 10/14/11 11:49 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 53 comments

Do You Wear High Heels?

An outfit often isn't complete without a stunning pair of high heels. They're feminine, fun, and sexy, but the dazzle they add to your ensemble also comes with a price. High heels are linked to many health issues including shortened Achilles tendons and calf muscles, hammertoes, bunions, corns, ingrown toenails, posture issues, back and neck pain. This doesn't stop me from donning a pair every Read more