I Asked a Top Podiatrist How to Prep for Spring Miles. This Is the Foot and Ankle Routine Every Runner Needs to Stay Healthy

Marathon season is officially underway, and whether this is your first 26.2 (good for you) or your fifth, longevity is the only way to ensure you’ll be running for years to come. While most runners spend weeks obsessing over the best gels, hydration mixes, and race-day singlets, now is the time to focus on the foundation. It’s tempting to swap a real mobility routine for a few lazy leg swings and high knees before a seven-miler, but skipping those "boring" moves is often the exact mistake that leads to a season-ending injury.