Episode #31: From Heel to Toe: How Does Your Gait Compare with the Best and Worst Athletes?

Episode #31: From Heel to Toe: How Does Your Gait Compare with the Best and Worst Athletes?

 

In this episode:

 

In this fun and informative episode of the Positively Altered Podcast, Dr. Cindy welcomes Dr. Courtney Conley, the founder of Gate Happens, to explore the often-overlooked world of foot health. From her lifelong fascination with feet to her work in educating others about the importance of foot function, Dr. Conley shares her passion for proper foot care and footwear. They dive into why shoes are so important (and often problematic), how our feet impact the rest of our body, and simple tips for improving foot health, starting with toe yoga! Tune in for a lively conversation and practical advice that will leave you feeling empowered to take care of your feet.

 

• (4:05) Why the fascination with feet?
• (6:30) Is footwear beneficial or detrimental to our bodies?
• (8:35) Learning how to find the right shoes for your feet. 
• (14:57) What are Dr. Conley’s thoughts about being barefoot?
• (18:13) Diving into our gait and why it is important for our overall health. 
• (20:36) Exercises for our feet that can help improve our lifestyle from the ground up.
• (33:28) Which athletes have the worst feet?
• (39:08) Rapid-fire questions

 

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About Dr. Courtney Conley

Dr. Courtney Conley is the founder and creator of Gait Happens where she has the opportunity to truly realize her dream of helping as many people as possible reclaim their foot function.

 

Dr. Courtney Conley is a distinguished figure in the field of foot and gait specialization.

 

She holds a Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine as well as two bachelor's degrees in Kinesiology and Human Biology. In her over 25 years of clinical experience, she has had the privilege to work with a wide variety of foot and ankle patients, including professional athletes from organizations not limited to the Phoenix Suns, New York Yankees, Cleveland Browns, New York Giants and the San Francisco 49ers.

 

She is the founder of Gait Happens, an education enterprise that is leading a paradigm shift in foot health education and intervention, offering innovative solutions to reclaim optimal foot function and training that optimizes gait mechanics. Through science-

backed professional education, consumer training, personalized consultations with top-of-field practitioners, and cutting-edge protocols, Gait Happens empowers individuals worldwide to address foot and gait issues with research-based confidence and efficacy. With a focus on natural approaches and preventative measures, Gait Happens fosters a community dedicated to prioritizing foot health and overall well-being.

 

The Healthy Feet Alliance is a pioneering initiative co-founded by Dr. Conley, which unites global practitioners committed to promoting natural footwear and preventing

unnecessary surgical interventions. Through collaborative research, advocacy, and education, the alliance empowers individuals to prioritize foot health and embrace holistic approaches to foot care. The Healthy Feet Alliance serves as a beacon of knowledge and support, fostering a worldwide community dedicated to preserving and enhancing foot function fo