Show notes

In this episode of Ageing Unapologetically, Joan Markwell speaks with Emily Smith about the importance of foot health as we age. They discuss how feet change over time, the impact of footwear, and the role of technology in improving foot care. Emily shares insights on choosing the right shoes, the benefits of orthotics, and simple tips for maintaining foot health. The conversation emphasizes the need for proper shoe fitting and the importance of a supportive health team in managing foot-related issues.

Takeaways

• Understanding foot changes with age is crucial.

  
  



• 50 is the new 30, and we can stay active.

  
  



• Ageing doesn’t have to be limiting with the right approach and technology.

  
  



• Preserving foot health is essential as we age.

  
  



• Choosing the right shoes can prevent foot problems.

  
  



• Proper shoe fitting is vital for foot mechanics.

  
  



• Insoles can enhance comfort in dress shoes too.

  
  



• Orthotics have evolved and can be beneficial.

  
  



• Simple foot care routines can improve overall health.

  
  

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Foot Health

02:55 The Impact of Ageing on Feet

06:39 Modern Solutions for Foot Issues

10:22 Understanding Foot Padding and Cushioning

12:06 Choosing the Right Shoes

16:08 Importance of Proper Shoe Fitting

18:21 Choosing the Right Footwear

20:25 Innovative Insoles for Comfort

24:00 Understanding Orthotics

30:36 Foot Care Tips and Exercises

About Emily Smith

Emily has had a wild podiatry career thus far. From buying her first business in 2007 and her second in 2008, to working with the world’s best athletes and building an innovative insole company, Emily has always had her sights set on making a difference on a larger scale.   

Since graduating in 2005, Emily has consulted with thousands of patients of all levels of sport and recreation across three highly regarded sports medicine centres in Sydney. Emily’s ability to see patterns, connect the dots and think differently has earned her appointments with the Wallabies 2011 World Cup squad, NSW Swifts Netball, Bangarra Dance Theatre, the Philippines National Women’s FIFA World Cup Football team and an extensive number of individual elite athletes and Olympians. 

But travelling across the world, consulting with the worlds best 200 women’s tennis players, designing custom made shoes and teaching the best brains in the business as an integral part of the WTA’s high performance team (Medical Advisor), is a career highlight that will be hard to top for Emily.

Emily is passionate about helping individuals return to sport from injury efficiently and enjoys consulting with active people who are motivated to return from injury as a better performing athlete.

Read more here:

https://www.biomechanica.au/practitioners/emily-smith-podiatrist

https://www.emilybraidwood.com/

Instagram: @emily_braidwood

Mobility exercise video: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh4Olbgq_-zqi6gqFM_5x5E9XwKLX_KwV

Episode: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mojoanmarkwell/episodes/Happiness-starts-with-comfortable-feet--Bonus-good-news--ageing-is-more-exciting-now-than-ever-e2t7053

Podcast: https://www.mojowomen.com.au/podcasts/ageing-unapologetically