Cracked Heels and Running: A Painful Combination


Updated 07/20/11 11:38 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 7 comments

How to Prevent and Heal Heel Fissures

In the Summertime, I'm all about wearing sandals. This can prevent sweaty stinky tootsies, but it can also make the skin extremely dry and callused. If you enjoy running, the pressure of pounding your feet on the ground when you run can cause heel fissures, or cracks in your dry skin. If you continue to run, the fissures can split open further and become deeper. Youch! When that happens, the Read more

3 Easy Steps For Treating Dry, Cracked Heels


Updated 05/13/12 3:30 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

How to Treat Cracked Heels

Cracked heels can be a problem, especially coming out of the colder months when the air lends itself to dry skin. On top of that, these fissures can worsen as a result of the pressure put on your heels throughout the day — particularly if you're a fan of foot-imbalancing stilettos. Along with being less-than-aethestically-pleasing, untreated cracked heels can split even further, causing pain 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

How to Heal Cracked Heels


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

How to Prevent and Heal Cracked Heels

Wearing flip-flops and walking barefoot may be one of your favorite things about Summer weather, but unfortunately it can damage the skin on your feet. The constant exposure to air dries out your delicate skin, creating calluses. The pressure of pounding your feet on the ground when you walk or run exasperates the issue and causes heel fissures, or cracks in the skin. If you continue to walk or 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

Reasons to Ditch Your Cheapo Flip-Flops


Updated 10/14/11 11:50 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 17 comments

Reasons Flip-Flops Are Bad For Your Feet

As Spring transitions into Summer, my feet crave some flip-flop action. I love to feel the air and grass on my skin, and not have to deal with hot, sweaty feet. Plus flip-flops are so cheap, you can buy a few pairs without breaking the bank. The problem is, pinching pennies with Summer footwear isn't doing your feet any favors. Here are some reasons you should skip the flip-flops and opt for more Read more