To reduce the risk of injury, Jeff Grimshaw, a Canadian certified pedorthist and president of the Pedorthic Association of Canada, shares these tips:<\/p>\n
Replace your shoes regularly<\/strong><\/p>\n With each use, the support of your shoes gradually wears down. There are many factors in determining when your shoes are worn out, including shoe condition, tread wear and midsole compression Even if your shoes are sitting in a closet, the soles will deteriorate over time. As a rule of thumb, aim to replace your running shoes after one year or 500 – 1000 kilometres to ensure they continue to support proper foot movements without stress or strain.<\/p>\n Wear orthotics in athletic shoes <\/strong><\/p>\n Harper says some people who have been prescribed orthotics wear them only in their daily shoes. However, it\u2019s vital to wear orthotics in your athletic shoes as well to ensure your feet are getting the support they need to function correctly.<\/p>\n