#130 - Debunking Your Weak Ankles with Cory Ford

Text the show!What if I told you “weak ankles” aren’t really a thing?  What if I then told you that, like a muscle, you can strengthen them?  Does that sound nice?  Me too!Cory Ford joins me on this episode to discuss the realities of “weak ankles,” what that actually means, and what you can do to battle back against previous ankle injuries.  By the time this episode is over, you’ll have learned about how the body works with regard to footing, how various footwear functions, and how to go about choosing your footwear based on what YOU do.  And, if you struggle with what you describe as “weak ankles,” I think you’ll come away from this episode feeling excited that you’re not doomed to wear big boots for the rest of your life.   Show Notes and LinksIntroductionsCory’s background Misunderstanding “weak ankles”Where to start in shopping for a shoe or bootWhere the “hunting boot” came fromHow to know when you need additional support  Defining “shank”The evolution of finding the right footwearThe importance of having a footwear quiverFootwear insolesGear that can actually impact your tripDo blisters mean your boots are bad?The relationship between pack weight and ankle support  Optimizing for what you’ll ACTUALLY do  Closing thoughtshttps://www.angryspike.com/https://www.instagram.com/cory_d_ford/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUowcOft-UVAWtDJS04LFfwSupport the showThanks for listening!  Check out the links below to learn more, connect, and support the show.www.byland.coJoin the newsletterBeginner backpacking course Support the show [email protected]