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LMC FootCare, Belfast, Belfast (2026)

13/02/2026

.F.R.E.E. .T.I.M.E. .F.R.I.D.A.Y.

First post in 2026 and I have went back in time 10 years, sitting in the Ulster University library after a night out. Everything changes but stays the same 😅 Thankfully I don’t have to head back to a slug invested Holyland’s house. And I drink Chai lattes now so I’m full of notions.
I’ve been quiet on social media due to being busy at work as well as spending time trying to get my assignment written for the Rheumatology module. So last night we enjoyed ourselves in the old Belfast Telegraph building watching Of Monsters and Men, an Icelandic indie rock band. Not to be confused with Of Mice and Men, every English GCSE student’s lesson in “Red means Danger”. But they also mentioned rabbits.
And with the Sun finally appearing today for the first time this year, it felt like a good time to post so people don’t think I’ve died. I try to get back to messages within a few hours so if you’ve any queries or need some advice then please get in touch.
It’s Valentine’s Day tomorrow so make sure to show yourself and others some love. I’m getting Conan groomed so I’ll be showing the groomers some love by bribing them to use Veet on him. It hasn’t worked yet but when they mistake him for Cousin IT, they might agree.

Make mine a chai tea,
LMC

Ps: Justice for Curley’s Wife!

31/12/2025

Happy New Year!

I know it’s a sign I’m getting older but 2025 seems to have absolutely flew in. If you had told me at the start of this year that I would run a half marathon or drive an absolute unit of a car through New York State, I wouldn’t have believed you. Mixed in with getting two new nephews and it’s been a busy year!
I didn’t plan on finishing off 2025 with a torn calf muscle but it’s the type of risks athletes like myself are exposed to. Thankfully I’m in the right profession to receive some TLC (aka get shouted at for not resting)

We have some exciting adventures coming up in 2026 but I’m beginning the year by starting a Rheumatology Masters Module with Ulster University. Why? Because ongoing education is a socially acceptable form of self hate 😅
But don’t worry, there’s a couple of sneaky trips in the mix as well so it’s definitely not all work and no play for this gal.
In the meantime, our biggest concern tonight is trying to decide which terrible TV show to stick on for the countdown. The correct answer: flicking through all the channels until you end up on the Fr. Ted Christmas special.

Happy NYE,
LMC

25/12/2025

Just wanted to wish everyone a Merry Christmas. Hopefully Santa was good to you all and that you’ve enough Rennie’s to see you through to the New Year. I had planned to post earlier but I burnt my two thumbs last night when I was rolling my Yule logs straight out of the oven.
The good news is that I will leave no finger prints at any crime scene now as I’ve burnt them off.
The even better news is that when I cut into it, the swirl remained so the pain was worth it for the glory.
I shall be applying for Bake Off 2026 and doing imitation brand Colin the Caterpillar cakes by next week . Everybody is going to love Louise the Leech. Available at a store not near you.
Until then, eat, drink and be merry. Look after yourselves and each other.

And to find the real presents:

Look around the tree, not under the tree.

LMC 🎄

14/11/2025

.F.R.E.E. .T.I.M.E. .F.R.I.D.A.Y.

Only a short FTF this week as I got stuck on the Motorway coming down the road tonight due to a traffic accident so it took me 2 1/2 hours to drive to Tyrone. I then was seeing a few clients so it’s been a late night. All worth it though as I was seeing a very special lady who turned 101 this week! And I was even given a lovely piece of her cake that looked like it could have fed 101 people- It also may/ may not have been my dinner🙊
But how amazing is she? Still full of badness which is all you could want at 101. That and good knees.
But considering what way mine are at 31, I don’t think I’ve any hope. I’ll just be happy with the badness (and cake)

LMC

10/10/2025

LIVE FROM NEW YORK- it’s Free Time Friday!
We have been covering serious miles this week in the shape of planes, trains and automobiles as we attended a friend’s wedding in Vermont,USA. This involved flying into JFK and then renting a car to complete the four hour drive North. I requested a midsize car but was presented with a white army tank instead. I hadn’t drove in America before or used an automatic so I did a quick automatic car lesson in the B&M car park before we left home. We survived and were able to check out all the best that Vermont in the Fall, had to offer ( it’s very colourful leaves). We made our way back down to NYC where we have been making the most of the tourist lifestyle. Unfortunately the NY Knicks didn’t ask me to shoot some hoops nor did the Hadestown Broadway cast ask me to join them so maybe this isn’t the concrete jungle where dreams are made of.

LMC in NYC

LMC

05/09/2025

.F.R.E.E. .T.I.M.E. .F.R.I.D.A.Y.

THE TIME IS NIGH.
After 20 weeks of training, one hot 10k in Tenerife and falling flat on my face in front of a man in Groomsport, the wait is finally over.
This Sunday I will be doing The Great North Run in Newcastle for
The last time I did something like this, it was a sponsored walk with my form class up Knockmany. Basically the same thing.
Before April, I had never ran more than 5km and now on Sunday I will be doing 21. Scary biscuits all round but that’s ok because I’m meant to be carb loading.

Thank you to everyone that has donated to my fundraising page as well. If anyone is watching it on Sunday- I’ll be wearing my good ASICS and the charity top. It’s the very definition of all the gear and no idea. I even stuck “Lou” on my running vest so that they can identify the body easier.

From city to sea,
LMC

04/09/2025

Podiatry Public Service Announcement: A short poem.

Before you go on a dander,
I always advise to take a gander
At the footwear that you will wear,
Incase you get a little scare.
So what will you find in your shoe-
A piece of glass, a stone or even a screw?
Whatever it is, before it makes you shout,
For the love of God- TAKE IT OUT.

-LMC
Podiatrist who is gathering a collection of interesting objects found in shoes (c.2025)

22/08/2025

.F.R.E.E. .T.I.M.E. .F.R.I.D.A.Y.

I had actual free time this Friday and I didn’t have to fill it with a training run so that was nice! Instead I managed to make a break for the West and get a lovely catch up with the gals. It’s only two weeks until I face the Great North Run so im glad that the big long runs are tapering off and I don’t have to face the road to Donaghadee again 😅
I was over in Newcastle last weekend and saw the Tyne bridge that I will be crossing and the fear of God hit me. I thought the worse part of the trip was the 3 hour flight delay and being sat beside a Hen party on the plane but the bridge gave me the heebie jeebies. As did the the groups of women who dressed like Winnie the Pooh. I also seen a sign for the Great North 5k run which nobody said was an option instead of the *half marathon* so I’m officially huffing. This whole athlete lifestyle seems to be some sort of pyramid scheme. Speaking of athletes, the Women’s Rugby World Cup is starting this weekend. Irelands first match is on Sunday so make sure to tune in to support the ladies!

Still waiting on Irelands call,
LMC

27/06/2025

.F.R.E.E. .T.I.M.E. .F.R.I.D.A.Y.

Folks. It’s finally happened. Your Gal LMC has finally been recognised as an influencer. Kinda. A lovely man from sportshoes.com got in touch and basically said that I was a super cool Podiatrist and would I want to “collab” by giving my lovely patients a discount code for footwear. Obviously T+Cs apply but for anyone needing a new pair of brogues, you can use POD1025 for a 10% discount.
This has came at a great time because LMCFootcare celebrates 6 years this week. That’s a lot of feet and many an interesting conversation.
This week is also when I reached 15Km as part of my half marathon training. As a reward and incentive, I had purchased a pair of Asics Gel Kayano 31s a month ago and didn’t open them until I finished the run today. Going to use it as a teaching moment because I just wanted to show the importance in changing your footwear regularly.
If I was caught by the police running down the M1 motorway wearing the shoe on the left, I would be charged with a bald tyre- that’s 3 penalty points. Probably 6 because the other one is the same. Depending on how often you rotate your shoes and your activity levels, a trainer should be replaced every 300-500miles or 6-12months. Reduced support and cushioning can cause injury and pain if you continued to wear them. So next time you’re lifting a pair, do a quick MOT-check your tread depth and shock absorption. And if your shoes are starting to cause blisters, it’s a hard no.

Be footwear aware,

LMC

20/06/2025

.F.R.E.E. .T.I.M.E. .F.R.I.D.A.Y.

I was going to post a picture of my strawberries turning from Shrek green to sunburnt red but I was gifted a lovely bouquet of flowers by a very grateful patient today so I decided to post them instead. They also smell better and are a less sunburnt red than I currently I am 😅 I’m taking part in the Belfast women’s 10k on Sunday as part of my training for the Great North Run so I decided to do a short run today to try out the training top. The top was ok but the MILLION DEGREES outside was not. The suncream also ran into my eyes so I looked like I’d been peppered sprayed. If anyone has any ideas on how to stop this I would be very appreciative. Otherwise I’m going to have to forego the face suncream for my Garth Brooks trucker hat- and we don’t need that in our lives. Ulster has suffered enough.

The Thunder (thighs) Rolls 🎶
LMC

04/06/2025

Did you know that the first Wednesday in June every year is Global Running Day?
As I am basically an athlete now, I thought I would share that with you. This day is used to encourage people of all abilities to move more and stay active to keep themselves healthy.
Running has been shown to improve both your physical and mental well being.
Unfortunately this wasn’t the case last week when I fell doing my second ever 10K. You’ve never seen someone spring up as quickly. Don’t worry, my pride was the only real victim as an older gentleman stopped to ask if I was alright.
It turns out, I’m now at the age where if I fall, it’s not funny and people will show concern. Somebody contact Age NI please and thanks.

OAP,
LMC

16/05/2025

.F.R.E.E. .T.I.M.E. .F.R.I.D.A.Y.

Something different this FTF as we are in Tenerife. Apparently it’s roasting at home so the only difference between Costa Adeje and Costa Bundoran is the serious misuse of mobility scooters 😅.

In between sangria and sunbathing, I managed to run my first ever 10K this morning! This isn’t for any health benefits or fast sight seeing- it’s part of my training plan for running the Great North Run in September 🙊
Now anyone that knows me will know, I am built for comfort not for speed but I am running in memory of a very funny friend and for a good charity 💚
Also when I agreed to sign up, I assumed it was some sort of 5k fun run or a relay race. Not one of the world’s biggest half marathons. Oh well, these things happen. Now I just have to train for the bloody thing- I was holding out on telling the world until I managed to get to 10k so here I am telling world. I’m nearly half way there to the half!

10k in 10erife,
LMC

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