Category: Foot Pain

Foot Strength Routine For Hikers

9/4/2025

In this video, I share a simple foot-strengthening routine a hiker can use to build up their feet.

So many hikers struggle with foot issues. And this leads many people to explore ways to help strengthen their feet, so they can stay more comfortable on the trail.

But one major problem many hikers run into is that their 'foot training' ends up taking a hugely disproportionate amount of time.

To help, I'm sharing a simple foot strength routine that hikers can use, which is both time-efficient and covers many of the bases for your feet.

Preventing Overuse Injuries For Hikers

4/15/2025

Overuse injuries are a plague on the hiking community. Issues like plantar fasciitis, shin splints, hiker's knee and various forms of tendonitis are some of the most common problems hikers encounter (both in their training and their adventures).

While the specifics of overcoming particular injuries will change from injury to injury, several overarching ideas and principles can make a genuine difference in reducing the risk of overuse injuries. And that is what we explore in this video.

How To Prevent Foot Pain While Hiking

9/27/2024

Foot pain (in all its shapes and forms) is a pressing issue many hikers struggle with.

Unfortunately, the usual solutions many hikers try for this (such as trying a different shoe and/or doing some rolling with the ball) will only get you so far...

Foot pain is a multi-faceted issue. And if you are not taking a comprehensive approach, you will likely not see the change you want (and it will continue to plague your hiking adventures!)

To help here, this video details a few areas of training that can often make a significant difference for a hiker's feet.

Training With Foot Pain (For Hikers)

12/15/2021

In this episode, I discuss how a hiker can improve their trail fitness while they are experiencing foot pain.

Overcoming Plantar Pain For Hiking - Interview With Stephen

8/4/2021

In this episode, I interview Summit Strength client Stephen about how his training and preparation to overcome plantar pain leading into his hike to the Philmont Scout Range.

Inside he shares some of the tips and strategies he used to overcome his foot pain and get through the hike in comfort.

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