The Runner's Sole

28/08/2026

Why I Don’t Recommend Bunion Surgery After 20 Years as a Podiatrist

After 20 years of treating feet, I’ve learned that bunion surgery isn’t always the best place to start.

While surgery can be appropriate for some people, it doesn’t always address why the bunion developed in the first place — and some patients can experience problems again later.

In this episode, I explain what I’ve seen throughout my years as a podiatrist, why I’m cautious about recommending surgery too quickly, and what you should consider before going down that route.

🎙️ Watch the full episode on YouTube to hear the full conversation about bunions, treatment options and what you can do before considering surgery.

Link in the comments.

28/08/2026

Your emotions are like waves 🌊 don’t allow a splash to feel like a tidal wave. Dust yourself off and keep going 🏃‍♂️ 🏖️

28/08/2026

27/08/2026

What a great cause ❤️

Rise, walk, prevent su***de

27/08/2026

Get well soon ❤️

Jeff Browning is in the hospital after a heart attack during UTMB's TDS race, his family said in a statement on Wednesday.

The statement, posted to Browning's Instagram, is brief.

"During the TDS race at UTMB in Chamonix, Jeff suffered a heart attack. He received immediate medical treatment from the race and emergency medical teams before being airlifted to the hospital, where he remains under medical care."

The family named no hospital. No prognosis was shared. No further detail on where in the race he was taken ill.

Browning is 55. He is one of the most accomplished 100-mile racers in American ultrarunning. He won Hardrock 100 in 2018. He finished second at Cocodona 250 in 2024. He was on the entry list for TDS this year, the 150.5-kilometer route from Courmayeur, Italy to Chamonix that started at 11:50 PM Monday.

The family thanked the race and emergency medical crews and the people who have sent messages.

Everyone at The Running Week is sending Jeff and his family every good thought.

📷 Howie Stern

27/08/2026

3 DAYS TO GO

3 days left until voting closes… and we’re STILL sitting at #1! Yohooo! 🎉

Our podcast dedicated to runners is still at the top of the rankings, and honestly, we couldn’t be more grateful for everyone who has supported us so far.

If you haven’t voted yet, I’d really appreciate your support. Every single vote helps us keep our spot at the top.

Vote here: https://thepodradar.com/episode/f23cec3b-ab87-4af2-a8c3-dd2091ab0b84

Let’s see if we can hold onto that #1 spot until the very end. 🏃‍♀️🎙️

Thank you to everyone who has already voted, shared, and supported the podcast. It genuinely means a lot.

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27/08/2026

Always find joy in everything ❤️

26/08/2026

Which shoes are breaking runners?

That's exactly what I'm trying to find out. As a podiatrist with 20+ years of treating runners, I'm running an ongoing study into how footwear and training habits connect to injury — plantar fasciitis, tight calves, hips, back pain, the lot.

🔒 100% anonymous — no name needed, just your data
⏱️ 3 minutes
🎁 Free Injury Prevention Guide when you finish

Every response makes the research sharper for the whole running community. Link in bio & comments 👇