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Heel pain after running is not something to be ignored. Also, don’t immediately freak out because sometimes there is a pretty quick and easy solution. Instead, let’s look at what small changes might help or when you need to hit the doctor for more advice.
Even as an experienced runner and coach, I chose to have a complete freak out when mine started hurting about 4 weeks before a race. I was ready to Rock tape my foot, put it in a bucket of ice, epsom salt bath and anything else I could think of. But since I was traveling none of that was available to me!!
What was available, a different pair of shoes. To my surprise the firmer pair of shoes immediately felt better and my heel pain was gone within a day.
Ahhh yes, a reminder to start with some basics before worst case scenario.
Is it normal for your heels to hurt after running? Short answer: It’s common, but that doesn’t mean it should be ignored or considered normal. Discomfort and soreness are one thing, but pain is your body’s way of signaling that something isn’t right.
Most Common Causes of Heel Pain After Running
Multiple factors could be causing your heel pain—from your running style and the surfaces you’re…
