In this episode, you will learn about the critical role the big toe plays in human movement and athletic performance.
I reveal the truth about how shoes can weaken and restrict your big toe, leading to imbalances and a higher risk of injury, especially as we age. You'll hear how the big toe impacts everything from balance to the activation of your glutes, which are essential for powerful movement.
I’ll also guide you through a simple Toe Test to assess your big toe’s functionality and share a fix to strengthen it—just a few minutes a day can drastically improve your athleticism and help prevent pain.
Tune in to discover how taking care of your big toe can change the way you move and live!
TIMESTAMPS:
The big toe is one of the most critical functionalities of the homo sapiens species. [00:59]
In order to function properly, the big toe must be able to move dynamically through multiple planes of motion independently from other toes. [01:46]
With poor balance, people fall, and that is a leading cause of death of the elderly [05:03]
The big toe is the initiator of the activation of the glutes. [09:47]
Can you move your big toe separately from your other toes? [12:53]
LINKS:
- Brad Kearns.com
- BradNutrition.com
- B.rad Whey Protein Superfuel - The Best Protein on The Planet!
- Brad’s Shopping Page
- BornToWalkBook.com
- B.rad Podcast – All Episodes
- Peluva Five-Toe Minimalist Shoes
- Outlive
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