THE RUNNER'S SOLE
Our feet carry us everywhere, yet we rarely give them the attention they deserve. On The Runner’s Sole, Sharon—an experienced podiatrist with over 20 years in practice—breaks down foot health in a way that’s easy to understand. From everyday walkers to marathon runners and professional athletes, this podcast covers injuries, prevention, footwear, and practical foot care tips. Perfect for anyone who wants to walk, run, and live without foot pain.
Episodes
29 episodes
Pronation Explained: The Truth About Overpronation, Underpronation & Running Injuries
Pronation Explained: Do You Really Need to Fix Your Feet?Many runners worry about overpronation, flat feet, or “bad foot mechanics” — but what if most of what you’ve been told isn’t actually true?In this episode of The Runner’s...
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Use It or Lose It: Are Your Feet Getting Weaker Without You Realising?
🎙️ Use It or Lose It: Are Your Feet Getting Weaker Without You Realising?Most runners focus on mileage, pace, and shoes…But what if the real problem is something you’re not even thinking about?In this episode of The Runn...
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Top 5 Mistakes Runners Make and How to Fix Them
Running injuries, slow progress, and discomfort are often not random — they come from simple but repeated mistakes many runners don’t even realise they are making.In this episode of The Runner’s Sole Podcast, Sharon Miller breaks ...
Shoes Vs. Muscles, The Real Reason Your Running Isn't Improving
Running performance isn’t always about better gear — sometimes the real limiter is your body, not your shoes.In this episode of The Runner’s Sole Podcast, Sharon Miller explores one of the most common debates among runners: Do...
Running for Life, Not Just Miles With Sharon Miller
Running isn’t just about finishing the next race — it’s about building habits that allow you to stay active for life.In this final episode of Season 4 of The Runner’s Sole Podcast, Sharon Miller brings everything together. After...
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Warning Signs You Should Never Run Through
Running through pain is often seen as strength — but for diabetic runners, it can be dangerous.In this episode of The Runner’s Sole Podcast, Sharon Miller explains the critical warning signs runners should never ignore. From swell...
Toenails, Calluses, and the Stuff No One Wants to Talk About
Your feet work hard for every mile you run — but the issues runners often ignore are the ones that cause the biggest setbacks.In this episode of The Runner’s Sole Podcast, Sharon Miller dives into the topics most runners avoid dis...
Blood Sugar, Blisters & Bad Decisions | Running Safely with Diabetes
Your running shoes and socks are more than just gear — they are your first line of defense when running with diabetes.In this episode of The Runner’s Sole Podcast, Sharon Miller dives deep into how the right footwear choi...
Shoes, Socks, and Secrets to Protect Diabetic Feet
Your running shoes and socks are more than just gear — they are your first line of defense when running with diabetes.In this episode of The Runner’s Sole Podcast, Sharon Miller dives deep into how the right footwear choi...
Diabetes & Running: Protecting Your Feet From the Start
Welcome to Season 4 of The Runner’s Sole Podcast, where running meets science — stride by stride.This season focuses on an often-overlooked but critical topic: diabetes and running. In Episode 1, Sharon (podiatrist, run...
Your Feet, Your Power: Wrapping Up Season 3 | The Runner’s Sole
Welcome to the final episode of Season 3 of The Runner’s Sole Podcast — where running meets science, stride by stride.In this episode, Sharon (podiatrist, runner, and unapologetic foot nerd) brings the entire season together and r...
Recovery Is Training: Why Rest Makes You Stronger | The Runner’s Soul
Runners don’t hear this enough, so let’s say it clearly: Rest is not weakness. Rest is training.In this episode of The Runner’s Soul, Sharon — podiatrist, runner, and unapologetic foot nerd — explains why recover...
Building Endurance Without Breaking Your Body | The Runner’s Soul
At some point, every runner asks the same question: How do I run longer without feeling wrecked?In this episode of The Runner’s Soul, Sharon — podiatrist, runner, and unapologetic foot nerd — breaks down endur...
Consistency Beats Motivation: How to Keep Showing Up
Motivation gets you started — but consistency is what keeps you running.In this episode of The Runner’s Soul, podiatrist and runner Sharon breaks down why the healthiest, strongest, and most injury-free runners aren’t the...
Beginner Mistakes That Quietly Cause Running Injuries
If you’ve ever thought, “I was doing fine… so why does it suddenly hurt?” — this episode is for you.In Episode 2 of The Runner’s Soul, Sharon Miller — podiatrist, runner, and unapologetic foot nerd — breaks down the most common ...
So You Want to Start Running? Let’s Do This the Smart Way
So, you want to start running… but something keeps holding you back?In this episode of The Runner’s Soul, podiatrist and runner Sharon breaks down how to start running the smart, safe, and sustainable way — especiall...
When The Heel Pain Won’t Quit: Tackling Chronic Plantar Fasciitis
Chronic plantar fasciitis can be one of the most frustrating running injuries — it lingers, it hurts, and it feels like nothing works. In Episode 6 of The Runner’s Soul, Sharon Miller, podiatrist and runner, dives into advanced strateg...
Healing the Heel: Treatment Options That Work
If you’re dealing with plantar fasciitis and wondering what actually works — this episode is for you.In Episode 5 of The Runner’s Sole, Sharon Miller, podiatrist and runner, breaks down real, evidence-based treatment opt...
Spotting the Signs: Diagnosing Plantar Fasciitis & Telling It Apart From Other Heel Pain
Heel pain isn’t always plantar fasciitis — and misdiagnosing it can delay recovery or make things worse.In this episode of The Runner’s Sole, Sharon Miller — podiatrist, runner, and foot health expert — explains how plantar fas...
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Sleigh the Holidays: How to Look & Feel Sassy This Christmas Through Running
Christmas is here — and so is your festive glow-up episode. ✨🎄This special Runner’s Sole Christmas Bonus is not about burning calories, punishment runs, or guilt. It’s about joy, balance, confidence, and keeping your...
Why Plantar Fasciitis Happens: Risk Factors & Root Causes | The Runner’s Sole
Welcome to Season 2, Episode 3 of The Runner’s Sole — the podcast where running meets science, stride by stride. In this episode, podiatrist and runner Sharon Miller finally answers the million-dollar question every listener has been w...
The Hidden Causes: Why Plantar Fasciitis Happens | The Runner’s Sole
Heel pain doesn’t just appear out of nowhere — there’s always a reason behind it. In Season 2, Episode 2 of The Runner’s Sole, podiatrist and runner Sharon Miller uncovers the hidden causes of plantar fasciitis, one of the most common ...
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Plantar Fasciitis 101: What’s Really Going On Under Your Heel? | The Runner’s Sole
If you've ever stepped out of bed and felt that sharp, stabbing heel pain shoot through your foot… you’re not alone. Today’s episode kicks off Season 2, where we dive deep into one of the most common and misunderstood foot conditions:<...
Running Shoe Myths Busted: How to Choose the Perfect Pair for Your Feet
Think your running shoes are helping you? Maybe… or maybe not. 👟 In this season finale of The Runner’s Sole, podiatrist Sharon unpacks the truth behind popular shoe myths — and reveals how to find the perf...
Recovery Is Training Too – Rest, Rehab & Run Smart
Think you get stronger from training? Think again — you get stronger from recovering.In this episode, podiatrist Sharon breaks down the science and strategy behind recovery — why it’s the key to better performance, fewer injurie...
