Performance Footcare of New York, PC

04/21/2026

John Korir of Kenya won the Boston Marathon yesterday with a course record of 2;01:52. He ran in Asics Metaspeed Sky running shoes. Congrats to Touhair Talib for his American course record of 2:03:45.

For the second consecutive year, John Korir surged in the Newton hills and ran unchallenged over the final 10K to win the Boston Marathon. The Kenyan bettered not only his winning time from last year but also the course record with his 2:01:52.

04/21/2026

Incredible win at the Boston Marathon for defending champion Sharon Lokedi with a 2:18:51. The conditions were nearly perfect as it was clear with temps in the high 40's with very light wind. She took off at mile 22 with a 4:41. Mile 23 was a 4:49. Mile 24 was a ridiculous 4:35. 5:18 overall average miles for the entire race. She ran in Under Armour Velociti Elite 3's. Congrats to Jess McClain as the top American and American course record of 2:20:49.

Defending champion Sharon Lokedi stayed with the pack for the first 18 miles, but then no one could touch her on the downhills into Boston as she ran her way to another Boston marathon win in 2:18:51.

04/20/2026

Happy Patriot's Day! Best of luck to all of my patients running today in the Boston Marathon! Enjoy the moment.

Chase the miles. Embrace the challenge.

The Boston Marathon — April 20, 2026 — isn’t just a race; it’s a test of heart, grit, and unstoppable determination. 💛💙

Every step is a reminder of how far you’ve come.

03/04/2026

The USATF Half Marathon Championship in Atlanta this weekend was a mess for any running fan. Imagine being in the lead at USATF Half Marathon Championships with almost 2 miles left in the race. The lead car you have followed the entire race turns in the wrong direction leading you off course for 1K. Not only do you lose the race (not to mention the two women behind you who also should have made the team), but you lose the win, the prize money, the selection on the team to World Championships team, and any bonus money from your sponsors. I'm not going to pretend that runners shouldn't know the course for themselves, but there has to be markers, indicators, or racing organizers/staff in place to ensure that this never happens. Dreams, money, careers can be damaged as a result of a mistake with simple solutions. It's impossible to make everyone whole after the fact. Best wishes to Jess McClain, Emma Grace Hurley, and Edna Kurgat. Race organizers at least owe you prize money.

After the lead vehicle temporarily directed the top three women off course around mile 12 of the USATF Half Marathon Championships in Atlanta on Sunday, athletes and fans were left with more questions than answers.

How could this happen? Would there be any compensation to the runners who potentially missed out on thousands of dollars in prize money as a result? And because the race was also the selection event for the World Road Running Championships team in Copenhagen, Denmark in September: Who would be named to Team USA?

This afternoon, the Atlanta Track Club, which organized the race, released the results of a review that shed light on at least some of the outstanding unknowns—including why the athletes were misdirected and how the prize money would be allocated as a result.

For all the details, head to the link in the comments.

03/03/2026

Great first Marathon Major of 2026! Congrats to my patients who competed this past weekend. Great race at the front as the men got down to a 3 way sprint with the finishers separated by a second. Congrats to Tadese Takele for his second consecutive win at 2:03:37. His shoe: Adidas Adios Pro Evo 1 V2. 2nd place Geoffrey Toroitich (ASICS Metaspeed Tokyo) had the same time and Mutiso Munyao was one
second back.

Meanwhile Brigid Kosgei blew away the field and the course record with her 2:14:29. Her shoe: Nike Vaporfly 4.

Congratulations to all the finishers!

The World Marathon Major circuit kicked off in Japan’s capital city with the 2026 Tokyo Marathon on Sunday, March 1.

Tadese Takele of Ethiopia repeated as the men’s champion, winning a sprint finish in 2:03:36, and Kenya’s Brigid Kosgei set a course record in the women’s race, crossing the line in 2:14:28. In the wheelchair races, Marcel Hug won the men’s division while Catherine Debrunner won the women’s.

01/27/2026

Patients always ask me about running shoe preferences/recommendations. The key is to try MULTIPLE shoes from MULTIPLE companies. Max Cushion and Daily Run are best for your average runner or comfort weekend walker. I'm wearing New Balance 1080s, Brooks Glycerin GTS, and Hoka Cliftons for work and weekends. Get to a reputable running shoe store (Paragon, New York Running Company, Super Runners Shop, Fleet Feet) for the best choices. Shop in the afternoon as your feet can swell throughout the day. Try one shoe on one foot, and put another shoe model on the other foot. Walk around (or use their treadmill if you so dare), pick the one you prefer, and take the one off you don't like. Go through at least 4-5 different shoes like this. The staff might not like you as much, but you really need to see what these shoes can offer you. If you have a particular shoe you love then enjoy them, just get 2 pairs. Studies show that switching between 2 pairs of running shoes (even if it's the same model) decreases your risk of injury from impact related activities. Good luck, and stay warm!

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12/31/2025

Happy New Year!! This is a detailed list of recommended shoes from the major running shoe companies. New shoes for New Year’s goals. Just be sure to try at least a few different companies to see which brands you prefer as the models are updated annually. Best of luck.

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12/21/2025

Great night out to celebrate the holidays with my staff. Times Square’s Yard House waa great for us. Merry Christmas!!! Happy Hanukkah!!

11/02/2025

Good luck to all competitors at today’s NYC Marathon. Best wishes to all my patients who made it to the start line. To anyone who has blisters, blackened toenails, any foot and ankle pain, or anyone just looking for a check up: Performance Footcare is here to take care of your issues. Enjoy your day!!

10/14/2025

Crazy finish to this year's Ironman World Championships for the women. Norway's Solveig Lovseth won in a race of attrition as favorites Lucy Charles Barkley, the defending champion, and Taylor Knibb both dropped out on the run while leading the race. Taylor was less than 2 miles from the finish when she collapsed. Solveig ran in On Cloudboom Strike running shoes with a 2:55 marathon. Great Britain's Kat Matthews almost caught her with a 2:47 marathon in Asics Metaspeed Rays. Epic race.

09/19/2025

Marathon season is upon us, and many of my running patients ask for recommendations for new shoes for their training and racing. This is an excellent starter list. The best way to choose your next shoe is to get to a great local running shoe store and try multiple models from different companies. Take your time and walk around the store in them. I recommend trying 2 different shoes at the same time to let your feet decide which one they prefer. Try at least 4 different models in that shoe category. I also recommend shoe shopping in the afternoon when your feet are their most swollen. If you haven't tried a brand in years: give it a shot. I'm constantly surprised by the evolution of a brand I swore off only a few years ago. Here's to your next great run, walk, race.
Dr B

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09/14/2025

Congratulations to Casper Stornes of Norway for winning the Ironman World Championships in Nice, France. He lead a Norwegian sweep of the podium with Gustav Iden and Kristian Blummenfelt finishing 2nd and 3rd. Casper finished his race with a 2:29 marathon (wearing On running shoes). Incredible. The women’s race in Kona is next.