Functional Feet

Our feet are incredibly complex, containing nearly a quarter of all the bones in our bodies and over a hundred muscles, tendons and ligaments. They are adapted to carry our full body weight, absorb impact and help us balance and move in a multitude of ways from simply walking to performing complicated dance steps.

Feet form the foundation of our entire body when it is in an upright position and their condition has an effect on our overall mobility and health. When our feet are fully functional, our muscles from lower legs to hips all work optimally.

Foot problems can impact the whole body, causing joint issues and muscle pain, often related to compensation patterns. This can restrict movement, limit our ability to balance and affect our quality of life. As a yoga teacher, Eve often sees common foot problems like bunions, plantar fascitis, hammertoes and more. Over the years,…