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Nordic Pole Walking is a fast growing sport that combines a full body workout from walking with reduced shock to the joints and a great social opportunity. And, it is very easy to get started!
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Coming Events
Oso Trail Walks
every Tuesday morning at 8:30 am sharp - meet at the Mission Viejo store for an approximately one hour walk along the beautiful Oso Creek Trail. You must call (949) 581-3338 to confirm. Currently free.
Reflexology Massages for Mother's Day
Saturday, May 12th from 12 am to 4 pm get a reflexology massage at the Mission Viejo store only.
Please call ahead for an appointment. Free.
Also, a free rose for every Mom in the either store! (while supplies last)
Chiropractic Day
Saturday, May 19th from noon to 3:00 pm in the Costa Mesa & Mission Viejo stores.
Please call the appropriate store for your appointment. Free.
MBT Trunk Show
Saturday, June 9th from noon to 4 pm in Costa Mesa & Mission Viejo. Gift with purchase, refreshments and a certified MBT trainer in both stores.
ICON Wearable Art Trunk Show
The ICON woman is sophisticated, fashionable, practical and appreciates art. Come see the collectible ICON collection of beautiful shoes and bags Saturday, June 16th from noon to 4 pm in Costa Mesa only.
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Greetings!
Spring has Sprung! Gear up and reinvigorate your exercise regimen. Foot Solutions can help get you going and keep you going Injury free. You can burn more calories and get a better workout than you ever thought possible. Read our articles on Nordic Pole Walking and Spring Sports for more details.
Statistics show that 70% of new runners suffer an injury in their first year of running! But any exercise program started too rapidly or intensely can cause you problems. Minimize your chances of injury by fostering proper body biomechanics and using appropriate exercise gear. Please stop in for a free activity evaluation and recommendations on how to exercise injury and pain free!
Be sure to read on for our free event offers and coupons.
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Nordic Pole Walking
The world's fastest growing sport (over 5 million people in Europe alone) allows its participants social interaction, a great workout and is very easy to learn. It is the perfect exercise for people of all ages and can be done anywhere! All you need are poles, a brief lesson on technique and a place to walk. Having a friend or friends along is also a great way to mix exercise and socializing.
The only special equipment you need is a pair of Nordic poles. These are different from hiking and ski poles but are based on cross country ski pole design. The poles allow you to reduce shock to the joints, engage the upper body in your walking, aid flexibility and mobility and burn more calories. In fact, scientific tests of Nordic walkers show that it is possible to burn over 45% more calories per minute while walking with Nordic poles than by walking without poles.
The only other important walking gear required is a good pair of shoes. We recommend the Chung Shi, MBT or SpringBoost shoes for Nordic walking because these brands offer significant health benefits versus regular athletic shoes and will increase the advantages of pole walking. With Nordic pole walking and Chung Shi shoes, for example, you are getting core and upper body workouts while strengthening your heart and cardiovascular system while decreasing the impact on your knees and joints. However, the aerobic benefits of Nordic walking will be realized with any type of shoe -- so don't wait to start, even if you only have traditional shoes right now.
Foot Solutions offers quick instruction in Nordic Pole Walking and a weekly guided class in our Mission Viejo store. Classes will also be announced soon at the Costa Mesa store. Stay tuned!
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Custom Biomechanical Arch Support (CBAS) Orthotics
 This new technology for orthotics gives you optimal support, more comfort and better performance than other types, including those we have made in the past. Recent scientific literature affirms the superiority of these custom full contact orthotics vs. conventional orthotics.
CBAS orthotics can be made for most types of shoes and have been shown in some cases to reverse flexible deformities of the foot (such as bunions and hammertoes) and restore normal joint function -- a claim no other orthotics can make. These are not for everyone but if you want the best or have unique needs, they may be for you.
Even if you think you've tried everything orthotic-wise, you haven't. CBAS orthotics can help many people who haven't been helped before. We invite you to come in and learn more. Or, click here.
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Spring Sports
 Many of us are getting more active outdoors again. The right gear can make you much more comfortable and less likely to experience injury.
The good news is that for most people, maintaining proper body alignment and posture can help tremendously.
Golfers, runners, tennis players, walkers, team sports enthusiasts and cyclists can all benefit from our free consultations. Please stop by to see how we can help you improve your balance, take strokes off your game, walk longer, run faster and jump higher.
Runners: Do like the Foot Solutions elite running team does. These men and women are international world-class runners who share more than a passion for running. They have all experienced foot, back, hip or knee pain -- the result of pounding from miles and miles of training and racing around the world. They are able to keep competing with custom arch supports -- the same products you can find in our stores.
Golfers: Have one less handicap on the links. Custom arch supports are proven to increase balance and core stability -- your key to better performance on the links.
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Why Do You Think They Call Them Flip Flops?
Flip-flops can now be seen on feet throughout shopping malls, in the workplace, schools and night clubs. People wear them for too long, they're unstable and don't absorb shock, for all their seductive sponginess. The majority of them provide no support, making it easy to turn an ankle or stressing and causing pain in the knees and back. Although flip-flops can cause problems, there are shoes of this style that offer support -- ours! So, if you love sandals, come see the great looking styles at Foot Solutions.
Lastly, thank you for taking time to read this newsletter. If you liked it, disliked it, or have comments or suggestions for improvements or future articles, we'd love to hear them. Please email any comments to: info@footsolutions.biz
Yours in good health,
Ligia, Jim, Nancy, Tina, Aaron, Marty and Dennis
The Staff at Foot Solutions |
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