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Episode 416: Dr. Courtney Conley - Foot Strength & Health
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Episode 416: Dr. Courtney Conley - Foot Strength & Health

Dr. Courtney Conley is the creator of Gait Happens, an online education company helping people from around the globe improve their foot function. She has taken the past several years to develop online courses to educate clinicians on foot anatomy, the importance of foot health and the truths behind modern footwear.

Topics & Timestamps:

00:00:00 Understanding Foot Health and its Importance

00:05:00 Evolution and Impact of Medieval Footwear

00:09:33 Transitioning to Minimalist Footwear Safely

00:14:49 Choosing the Right Running Footwear

00:19:53 Understanding Foot and Toe Dissociation

00:25:28 The Benefits of Running Barefoot

00:30:00 Transitioning to Barefoot: A Guide for Runners

00:35:01 The Importance of Proper Footwear for Children's Development

00:39:58 Reactive vs. Proactive Health Care for Runners

00:45:08 The Transition to Minimalist Running Shoes

00:50:10 Shoe Rotation Benefits and Strategies

00:54:55 Understanding Pronation and Foot Strength

01:00:00 Evolution of Shoe Dynamics: Heel to Toe Drop and Stack Height

01:04:53 The Importance of Strengthening Glutes for Longevity

01:09:47 Transitioning to Wider Toe Box Shoes

01:15:07 The Revival of the Minimalist Movement in Fitness

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