Sore feet.

[CJmat100]

I'm trying to build on my 5k achievement but I'm finding I get really sore and swallon metatarsal pads underneath my right foot. Any ideas.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

Are your shoes old or not actually running shoes? Old shoes lose cushioning and leisure trainers are not running shoes.

Do you wear running socks? The padding on running socks is designed to reduce the impacts.

[CJmat100 Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Shoes are running shoes given to be by a family member with not many miles in them ( didn't like them) socks are running socks but don't have any padding. Worth a try. Thank you.

[davelinks Graduate]

Try a pad or get advice from a good running shop, your shoes may not be right for you..

Footwear: Shoes that are too tight around the toes can cause pain, or high heels that add pressure to the ball of the foot as it is forced into a tight space.

Being overweight: The excess weight can put strain on the foot.

Age: The pad of fat that protects the foot can get thinner with age, leading to metatarsalgia.

High impact exercise: Running or playing high impact sports increases the risk, as the feet absorb large amounts of force.

Shape of the foot and toes: Having a high arch or a second toe that is longer than the big toe can add to the pressure.

Stress fractures: Small breaks in the toe bones can cause pain when pressure is applied.

Stiff ankle: This can add pressure to the metatarsal bones

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

You need your own... decent shoes and good running socks too

[CJmat100 Graduate]

New shoes and socks on my crimbo list and that might cure the problem. Thanks all.

[Theziggy Graduate]

Or, maybe some gel insoles