Born To Walk: How To Reclaim Your Feet, Fix Your Pain & Transform Your Health with Dr Courtney Conley #629

Walking's critical role as a physiological necessity, on par with breathing and sleeping, is examined. Dr. Courtney Conley, an expert in foot mechanics, argues human biology is built around locomotion, with walking facilitating every bodily system. The discussion explores how neglecting our feet, often due to prioritizing fashion over function in footwear, leads to widespread foot pain and related health issues. Dr. Conley advocates for proactive foot care, including simple assessments and exercises, and highlights the importance of choosing footwear that respects foot anatomy. She also addresses the misconception of needing arch support, emphasizing the foot's innate strength and capability when functioning correctly. The conversation further covers the significance of walking speed as a predictor of future health and strategies for improving foot health at any age.