6. Preventive Massage Strategies
Maintaining foot health and avoiding common running injuries depend on applying preventative massage techniques. Even on non-running days, at least two to three times a week a well-planned preventive massage schedule should be followed. Starting with a baseline of foot flexibility, find any trouble spots before they start to show symptoms. Emphasise keeping tissue pliability by consistent mild stretching mixed with massage. Effleurage strokes from toes to ankle help to boost lymphatic drainage and circulation. Pay particular attention to the intrinsic foot muscles, which although sometimes disregarded are absolutely essential for maintaining correct foot mechanics. Include self-massage techniques into your regular schedule, such rolling your foot across a tennis ball while seated at a computer. This regular focus on foot care can help you keep ideal running performance all through your training cycle and greatly lower your chances of chronic problems.
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