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Tingling feet

Three podiatrists weigh-in on a common problem:

Why does my foot go numb or tingly during a run?

Either you have seen that poor bugger adjusting their laces on the side of the trail, or you have been them. It’s not a simple issue though, so buckle in for some foot troubleshooting.

IS IT YOUR SHOES?

Poorly fitting, worn out, or badly laced shoes may be causing patches of numbess and tingling in your feet when you run. Podiatrist and manager of The Sweat Shop, Craig Gornall, helps you figure it out.

Fitting

If your shoes are too narrow, they will

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