That sharp heel pain when you take your first steps in the morning?Yeah… your foot is officially protesting.In this episode of The Runner’s Sole Podcast, podiatrist and runner Sharon Miller breaks down how to heal heel pain naturally, why plantar fasciitis happens, and the exact 2-week recovery plan that actually works — without gimmicks, miracle gadgets, or giving up your sanity.From morning pain and tight calves to stretching routines, footwear mistakes, recovery timelines, and strengthening exercises, this episode gives you practical, science-backed advice to reduce heel pain and get back to walking and running comfortably again.If you’ve been dealing with plantar fasciitis, sore heels, or foot pain that keeps coming back… this episode is for you.🎧 IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN: ✔ What plantar fasciitis actually is ✔ Why heel pain is worse in the morning ✔ The biggest mistakes making your heel pain worse ✔ The 2-week plantar fasciitis recovery plan ✔ The best stretches for heel pain relief ✔ Why tight calves contribute to plantar fasciitis ✔ Strengthening exercises that help prevent heel pain from returning ✔ How shoes can secretly worsen your foot pain ✔ What recovery should realistically look like week by week👣 KEY TAKEAWAY Heel pain is stubborn — but it’s treatable. The key isn’t chasing quick fixes. It’s reducing stress, improving foot strength, stretching consistently, and giving your body the support it actually needs to heal.Small daily habits can make a massive difference in how your feet feel.🔗 LINKS 🌐 All Episodes: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2545750 👟 Online Foot Consultation: www.runnerssole.co.uk 👥 Join Our Running Community: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/17oz7x3jFe/🏃 ABOUT THE PODCAST The Runner’s Sole Podcast is where running meets science, stride by stride. Hosted by podiatrist and runner Sharon Miller, this podcast helps runners prevent injuries, improve performance, and better understand foot health through practical, evidence-based advice.Support the showSupport the show