The heel and toes take on more pressure, the arch and sides of the feet stretch out more, the bones are more apt to develop stress fractures ... comfortable and appropriate footwear are more difficult ...
Feel a stretch in your right tricep, and then switch sides. Standing with your feet as wide as your hips, step your right foot forward and keep your back leg straight. Come up onto your back toes ...
When our trail columnist first started sliding silicone spacers between his toes, friends chuckled. But now these little separators are getting the moment they deserve.