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Southern Cross podiatry expert Dr Paul Butterworth says choosing a shoe is one of the most important pre-marathon decisions you’ll make. “If you have a really flat foot then something with a little more rigidity in the heel counter may be appropriate as this helps the foot to not flatten out too much. Flat feet, as we know, can cause serious problems such as chronic foot pain, swelling and even pain in the legs and lower back”. Read more about how to choose the right footwear from Southern Cross University experts in an upcoming edition of the Saturday Gold Coast Bulletin.