Shin pain is one of the most common complaints among runners and active people — and one of the most commonly ignored. Pushing through a bad run is one thing. Pushing through the wrong kind of shin pain is something else entirely.

If you have been dealing with heel slippage, a narrow heel, or general discomfort in your shoes, there is a good chance the problem is not just the shoe itself — it might be the way your laces are tied. Single helix lacing is one of those small adjustments that can make a surprisingly noticeable difference for the right person.