Hi Group,

I’ve been riding for several years with the same shoes and bike, but this spring season I have been stepping up my training. Started out 2 to 3 times a week at 10 and 20 miles each for the first month. Then gradually increased to 30 and 40 miles the next month. This month I started to do even more riding and this past week I’ve been doing daily 20 mile rides with longer 40 mile weekend rides. Then all of a sudden I noticed my left big toe was bruised! Not sure what triggered it. Maybe I applied too much effort going up hills or maybe it’s some other reason. Is this common and have others experienced the same? Maybe I need a new pair of riding shoes or don’t do too much too soon. I’m more concerned about losing my big toe’s nail!