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Active Podiatry Are you frustrated by foot or leg pain? Is a repetitive injury stopping you from achieving your goals? I am a Sports and General Podiatrist based in West Kent.

I am here to help anyone who wants to stay active, whether that is running, hiking or walking the dog, but are prevented from doing this by injury. If you are frustrated by foot and ankle pain, or unable to keep active due to a lower limb injury, I can help you get back on your feet

Crossed the finish line of the Tonbridge Half Marathon? Well done. Here is how to make the most of the days that follow....
05/10/2026

Crossed the finish line of the Tonbridge Half Marathon? Well done. Here is how to make the most of the days that follow.

As a Sports Podiatrist and a runner myself, I know the feeling of legs that suddenly seem to belong to someone else after the event! Over 13.1 miles, your Achilles tendon, plantar fascia and calf muscles absorb thousands of landings. Recovery is when they repair and adapt, and when your training turns into fitness.

My six keys to a good recovery:

1. Keep moving after the finish: walk, warm up, refuel and rehydrate

2. Look after your feet: check blisters and toenails, and wear supportive footwear

3. Make sleep a priority for the first few nights

4. Choose low impact movement such as walking, cycling or swimming over complete rest

5. Return to running gradually, starting short and easy

6. Know the difference between normal niggle and pain worth having checked
My latest blog post explains what a half marathon asks of each of these structures, and why your heart and lungs may feel ready before your tendons do:

If your recovery is taking longer than expected, or something is still niggling, get in touch with Active Podiatry and Physiotherapy. I would be happy to help you get back to running with confidence.

https://activepodiatry.co.uk/sports-podiatry-information/half-marathon-recovery/

The Tonbridge Half Marathon is getting closer. Or maybe you have another big running event coming up?By now most of your...
28/09/2026

The Tonbridge Half Marathon is getting closer. Or maybe you have another big running event coming up?

By now most of your training is behind you, and it's quite normal for a few doubts to creep in. As a podiatrist and a keen runner myself, my main advice at this stage is simple: trust the training you've already done.

A few pointers for the final weeks:

Don't try to make up for missed sessions. Cramming in extra miles now is more likely to leave you tired or sore than fitter.

Let your training ease off so your body can recover.

Check your feet for hard skin, rubbing or sore toenails, and sort out any recurring blisters before race day.

Stick with the shoes, socks and kit you've trained in. Nothing new on race day.

Not every ache means injury. Be more cautious if pain is getting worse, changes the way you run or isn't settling with rest.

On the day, settle into your own pace and enjoy the atmosphere. The hard work has already been done.

If a niggle is worrying you before the race, I'm happy to help you make an informed decision. Read the full article on our blog or book an appointment with Active Podiatry.

https://activepodiatry.co.uk/sports-podiatry-information/are-you-ready-for-the-tonbridge-half-marathon/

The Tonbridge Half Marathon is getting closer. Or maybe you have another big running event coming up?By now most of your...
24/09/2026

The Tonbridge Half Marathon is getting closer. Or maybe you have another big running event coming up?

By now most of your training is behind you, and it's quite normal for a few doubts to creep in. As a podiatrist and a keen runner myself, my main advice at this stage is simple: trust the training you've already done.

A few pointers for the final weeks:

Don't try to make up for missed sessions. Cramming in extra miles now is more likely to leave you tired or sore than fitter.
Let your training ease off so your body can recover.
Check your feet for hard skin, rubbing or sore toenails, and sort out any recurring blisters before race day.
Stick with the shoes, socks and kit you've trained in. Nothing new on race day.
Not every ache means injury. Be more cautious if pain is getting worse, changes the way you run or isn't settling with rest.

On the day, settle into your own pace and enjoy the atmosphere. The hard work has already been done.

If a niggle is worrying you before the race, I'm happy to help you make an informed decision. Read the full article on our blog or book an appointment with me at Active Podiatry or Fit Feet Podiatry.

This article was writtein in collaboration with Fit Feet Podiatry. My thanks to Alison at Fit Feet.

'Working together to keep active people active'.

https://activepodiatry.co.uk/sports-podiatry-information/are-you-ready-for-the-tonbridge-half-marathon/

Who is this handsome devil? And is it possible to take a photo of a mirror without being in it? 😃This is our new mirror ...
16/09/2026

Who is this handsome devil? And is it possible to take a photo of a mirror without being in it? 😃

This is our new mirror fitted in the gym yesterday. Apart from being something else to clean (Sorry Julie!) it is a really useful way of showing our patients how to do their exercises. When you can see yourself in action, it helps with nailing that technique properly for best results. I tried it out with some single leg squats but fortunately didn’t film my efforts.

If you are struggling with a niggle or injury anywhere on your body and don’t own a huge mirror, we treat head to toe so get in touch with myself or Alison at Active Podiatry and Physiotherapy

Take care and keep active

07/09/2026

Why I am in the countryside and not in the High Street 1. Great access and parking by the door!

Triathlon season is well underway, and one of the more common presentations we see in clinic at this time of year is for...
26/08/2026

Triathlon season is well underway, and one of the more common presentations we see in clinic at this time of year is forefoot pain that develops on the run leg — often linked to cycling cleat position rather than running mechanics alone.

If your forefoot has been niggling during brick sessions, it's worth considering your cleat alignment before race day. A small change in position can meaningfully reduce load through the metatarsal heads once you're off the bike. It's one of those things that's easy to overlook when everything else in your prep feels dialled in.

If you're heading into an autumn event and something doesn't feel right, a biomechanical assessment is a good starting point. Feel free to message us directly to chat through what you're experiencing.

Children's feet can grow up to two sizes in a year — and it is easier than you might expect to miss it.The summer holida...
10/08/2026

Children's feet can grow up to two sizes in a year — and it is easier than you might expect to miss it.

The summer holidays are a good opportunity to take stock of what your child is wearing on their feet. Footwear that fitted at Easter may already be a size too small, and shoes that do not fit properly can cause more than just blisters. Over time, poorly fitted shoes can affect the way a child walks, create pressure on developing toenails, and put unnecessary strain on growing joints.

A few things worth checking: is there a thumb's width of space between the longest toe and the end of the shoe? Are the toes squashed together? Is there slipping at the heel? After wearing, look for red marks, blisters, or calluses — these tell you the shoe is not quite right.

One of the most common mistakes when buying children's shoes is going a size up to grow into. A shoe that is too big causes as many problems as one that is too small. Sports shoes and trainers deserve particular attention if your child is active on hard surfaces over the holidays.

If you would like some reassurance, we can provide advice on your child’s foot health and shoe choices as part of a foot health check.

www.activepodiatry.co.uk/online-booking

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