Plantar Fasciitis question

I'm interested in running a trail race in the 50k + range. For several years I've done long trail runs casually, and thought I might try a sanctioned run.

Plantar Fasciitis pain often hits me when I do frequent long runs, however. Very annoying!!

Any tips for managing this long term? I figure I better get a handle on it.

It effects my left foot. Massaging it and stretching it out helps (per some tips I found on a general site on the condition).

Long term is there any strategy I should consider to mitigate it so it doesn't flare up too much?

cheers

I've been battling the same thing. In fact, it hits my left foot as well! I'm using Green SuperFeet now that the podiatrist recommended and stretch my calf a bunch. It still bothers me, but not as bad.

I've found that the more I hydrate, the better the foot feels. I'm about 3/4 of what I should be drinking and it feels the best it has in months.

Hope this helps a little.

Hey thanks for the reply Brad,

I have been stretching the calf and it definitely helps.

I decided to try some over the counter arch supports, and those do help me as well. Still hurts towards the end of long runs, but so far it's bearable

cheers