In this episode of the Pacey Performance Podcast, Rob is speaking to Foot and Ankle Rehabilitation Lead at Hôpital de La Tour, Romain Tourillon for a part 2.

Part 1 went deep into what part the foot plays in athletic tasks like jumping, sprinting and changing direction, how we can assessment the function of the forefoot and how we can then train it with various focused exercises. In part 2, Romain details the function of the mid-foot and 1st ray and explains how we can assess both of these as well as training them. We finish off the discussion with a really interesting chat about common misconceptions about foot and ankle training. In this section, Romain tackles barefoot training, a one-size fits all approach and how plyometrics can train the foot.

If you're looking for even more information on the foot and ankle and how you can train it with your athletes, this podcast is for you.

Main talking points -

Midfoot strength and stiffness assessment
Modified single-leg heel raise test
Midfoot strengthening
Maximal force and hypertrophy programmes
1st ray strengthening
Foot-ankle coupled strengthening
Integrating foot strengthening into an existing programme
Common misconceptions
Barefoot training and plyometrics

Testing and training the foot for rehabilitation and improving sports performance (part 2)