Every runner and triathlete dealing with plantar fasciitis eventually lands on the same advice: get a better shoe. Firm heel counter, stiff sole, real arch support. That advice is sound, and for some people it is enough. But look closely at most plantar fasciitis shoe recommendations, and you will notice...
Are All Insoles the Same?
At The Running Event in Austin last month, there were a number of insole companies there trying to sell their insoles to retail shops throughout the country. I met several different brands that I was either familiar with or unfamiliar with. I appreciated them taking the time out of the...
Protalus Insole Review
After seeing multiple ads on Instagram and Facebook, I reached out to Protalus to see if I could test out one of their insoles. I have plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinitis, and other issues, and I wanted to see how they compare to other brands I have tried in the past....
Should You Wear Custom Insoles?
I never wore custom insoles until I ran the NYC Marathon in 2016. Since then, I've been hooked. The thing about just wearing the inserts in a pair of sneakers is that they aren't specific for your foot. I would rather have something custom to wear that molds my foot,...