How Does He Do It?

Last week Dr. Feeny and I traveled to Las Vegas for a Marketing Summit and had to stop in front of Bally's to watch a performer.

But how do they do that??

I did a little research and here are the steps on how to moonwalk:

1. Get a pair of shoes with flat soles (i.e. converse or keds)
2. Get on a flat surface that won't provide much friction (i.e. wood floor) ideally you would practice at a skating rink
3. Point your left toe on the floor (but it really doesn't matter which foot you use first)
4. Place your right foot ~1 foot in front of left foot
5. Slide your right heel back so it's even with your left foot
6. As soon as you slide it back, snap your right heel up so it's pointed (like step #3)
7. Repeat!
8. You are now a Michael Jackson Moonwalker!

And here is what you can look like if you keep practicing!

What Do Podiatrists and Pedometers Have In Common?



They both involve FEET!

Health experts- myself included- say 10,000 steps a day is the magic number to get (or stay) on the healthy track. Side effects include increase in energy, weight loss and less frequent sickness (<- I’d take those side effects any day!)

One tip to obtain these “side effects” is to keep track! Make sure you record your total number of steps per day to keep yourself accountable. You might be expecting these results when you assume you’ve walked that amount each day when in reality it’s only been 7,500 or 8,000 steps. If you’re really looking for weight loss, go ahead and write down your food intake daily and you might see double digits lost on the scale sooner rather than later!

If you find any pain after your daily walks, make sure to see a podiatrist as soon as possible so you can get back on your feet!

- Dr. Kate Steklachich

Feel Good in Flip-Flops

The summer staples may not be doing your feet any favors, stride safely with these expert-approved styles and tips!

When it's steamy outside, skimpy clothes and sanda rule. But think twice before donning those flimsy thongs on a daily basis. "It causes over-pronation when wearing flip flops because there's no arch support, in addition flip flops make you claw your toes just to keep them on in order to walk," Dr. Kate Steklachich, D.P.M. That can lead to painful problems like plantar fasciitis, tendonitis, and shin splints. Fortunately, some companies now make healthier versions, but fit is key. And if a pair doesn't meet the following criteria, give them a pass.

• Support: Look for a visible arch formation. The toe end should slope upward a bit to help you grip while walking.
• Flexibility: But they shouldn't be too floppy; if you can fold one in half with your hand, put them back on the shelf.
• Traction: Tread patterns on the outsole will keep you grounded.

Here are a few suggestions:

• Montrail Molokini ($60)- Warm these in the oven before wearing them for the first time and the "thermo-moldable" footbeed will permanently conform to your contours
• Orthaheel Tide ($60)- If you pronate-meaning your feet roll in too much when you walk. A deel heel cup and motion-control footbed encourage proper alignment

  

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• Okabashi Ocean ($20)- This recyclable sandal provides excellent arch support with massaging beads. Bonus: if the sandals get grimy, you can run them through the diswasher
• Sole Sport Flips ($70)- In addition to a wide platform that allows overheated feet to expand, boast a metatarsal cushion and a hidden toe ridge to provide extra gripping power.

source: Shape Magazine August 2012 Issue