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EPI 191: The Importance Of FOOT HEALTH. Best & Worst Sneakers, Exercises & Foot Strengthening Tools, Healing Bunions, Plantar Fasciitis, And More!
Show notes:
(0:00) Intro
(1:35) Dr. Perez's journey into foot biomechanics
(3:45) What is gait and why it matters
(4:02) Common foot-related issues and their impact on overall health
(7:13) The impact of footwear on foot health
(14:58) Transitioning to minimalist shoes safely
(21:37) Strengthening exercises for foot health
(31:19) Addressing bunions and plantar fasciitis
(40:45) The importance of barefoot walking and graded exposure
(44:29) Where to find more resources from Dr. Perez
(45:26) Outro
Who is Dr. Jen Perez?
Dr. Jen Perez is co-founder and vice president of Gait Happens and co-owner of Kinetic Chiropractic in Lafayette, CO. As both an educator and a clinician, her mission to empower as many people as possible to take charge of their lower body health so they can get back to doing what they love. Dr. Perez holds a BS in Kinesiology-Sports Medicine and a Doctor of Chiropractic Degree. She’s taught courses to healthcare practitioners both nationally and internationally and she works with clients virtually across the globe.
Connect with Dr. Jen Perez:
Website: https://gaithappens.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/thegaitdoctor/?hl=en
Links and Resources:
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Show notes:
(0:00) Intro
(1:35) Dr. Perez's journey into foot biomechanics
(3:45) What is gait and why it matters
(4:02) Common foot-related issues and their impact on overall health
(7:13) The impact of footwear on foot health
(14:58) Transitioning to minimalist shoes safely
(21:37) Strengthening exercises for foot health
(31:19) Addressing bunions and plantar fasciitis
(40:45) The importance of barefoot walking and graded exposure
(44:29) Where to find more resources from Dr. Perez
(45:26) Outro
Who is Dr. Jen Perez?
Dr. Jen Perez is co-founder and vice president of Gait Happens and co-owner of Kinetic Chiropractic in Lafayette, CO. As both an educator and a clinician, her mission to empower as many people as possible to take charge of their lower body health so they can get back to doing what they love. Dr. Perez holds a BS in Kinesiology-Sports Medicine and a Doctor of Chiropractic Degree. She’s taught courses to healthcare practitioners both nationally and internationally and she works with clients virtually across the globe.
Connect with Dr. Jen Perez:
Website: https://gaithappens.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/thegaitdoctor/?hl=en
Links and Resources:
Peak Performance Life
Peak Performance on Facebook
Peak Performance on Instagram
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