Season 1 Episode 5 of Running to the Castle Podcast w/ Dr. Ali Marty

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How's it goin?
In today's episode I'm talking about wearing new running shoes and them causing pain

1. Why Shoe Choice Doesn't Matter for Injury Prevention:

   • Debunking the myth that specific shoes prevent injuries.

   • Focus on understanding the real causes of pain and injury.

2. Case Study: New Shoe Pain and Injury:

   • Discussing a specific case of knee pain caused by new shoes.

   • Highlighting the importance of gradually breaking in new shoes.

3. Breaking in New Shoes the Right Way:

   • Importance of starting with short walks or runs in new shoes.

   • Gradually increasing distance over several weeks.

   • Suggestions for safely breaking in new shoes.

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