Bottom-of-the-foot pain can result from injuries, including sprains and fractures, or other health conditions like flat feet and arthritis. The location of the pain can help identify the cause. Many ...

What is plantar fasciitis? It’s an inflammation of a thick band of connective tissue that connects the heel bone to the toes. When you get up in the morning, does […] ...

A certified strength coach shares 5 daily leg exercises after 50 that restore muscle faster than traditional weight training.

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. It’s easy to exercise ...

Pain on the bottom of your foot can be due to your activities, such as jobs that keep you on your feet or sports like running. The structure of your foot or the shoes you wear also can contribute to ...

Foot care is essential for runners, and one common nuisance many of us face is foot cramps either during or after runs. Sometimes it involves the arch of our feet or our toes. No matter where the ...

In October of 1998, Ray Pugsley continued his improvement towards the elite distance runners in the U.S. by running 49:12 to finish second in the Army 10 Miler. It was the longest race that the 5K ...

A few years ago I developed "muscle compartement syndrome" in both my calves and I was operated on to fix the problem. I felt that the problem was largely, although never completely, solved after the ...