First, I love the show of the same name, "My Feet Are Killing Me". Like Dr. Pimple Popper and Crack Addicts, "My Feet Are Killing Me" is a guilty pleasure. It makes me think about my own issue - flat feet. While a funny scene in the Barbie (2023) movie, not so funny in real life. These feet are hindering my adventures!
My feet are as normal looking as they come...but they hurt. A recent trip to the podiatrist (thanks for the motivation, Drs. Brad, Ebony, and Sarah) revealed that my flat feet were causing severe foot and ankle pain. My own doctor recommended upgraded shoes and custom orthotics (inserts to correct my arch while in a shoe). I'm happy to report that without any medications, I feel so much relief that I did a slow jog this weekend for the first time in YEARS! While not cheap, my new shoes feel magical. If you haven't heard of the brand, HOKA, I encourage you to check them out. My new shoes, the Bondi 8, have given me a pain-free spring in my step (without the custom orthotic.) I'm now ready for a fall hike!
My message to you is if something is physically holding you back from doing the activities you desire, please seek professional help. My hope is that it will be an easy fix that gets you back out there doing what you love (or could love). I can't wait to add my new orthotics to my treatment plan and completely eradicate the pain in my feet and ankles. My goal is to continue learning how to play Pickleball, "one of the fastest-growing sports in the US"!
Don't just travel...stay active!