| When choosing walking shoes, it's important to | | | | decompression after all that walking. Shoes have |
| know the basics of a walking shoe, as knowing | | | | to take a break, too. |
| this information will help you choose a shoe that | | | | After your foot type, you should consider where |
| will benefit both your foot health and improve | | | | you will be wearing your shoes. Will you be |
| your walking performance. Here are some basic | | | | walking on smooth pavements or rough roads? |
| tips and information for choosing a good pair: | | | | Will you be walking on your treadmill? Are you on |
| Walking Shoes Design | | | | the heavy side? Take these things into |
| The mechanics of walking shoe designs are | | | | consideration, too:o Motion control shoes are for |
| geared towards helping the foot bear the stress | | | | people with extra weight. This shoe type gives |
| of impact and balance the weight of the entire | | | | excellent support but has a thicker, more stable |
| body during walking. If you're on your feet for | | | | heel. These are typically heavier and less flexible.o |
| long periods using inappropriate walking shoes, you | | | | Stability shoes are for people with normal or |
| might even experience unusual pain in your back | | | | average feet. These shoes have great |
| or calves. The science of walking shoe design | | | | combinations of cushioning and support.o |
| takes into account the different foot types to | | | | Cushioned shoes give extra comfort for people |
| ensure maximum support and comfort for flat | | | | with high arches. High arches have minimal |
| feet, normal feet, or high-arched feet. | | | | capacity for shock absorption, hence, extra |
| For each foot type, shoe designers add features | | | | cushion support is needed to protect the feet |
| to enhance efficiency, correct poor mechanics, | | | | from injury.o Racewalking shoes are lightweight |
| protect the feet from injuries and to provide | | | | and can take on higher speeds but they are not |
| optimal stability. Shoes for walking for flat feet | | | | as durable and offer less support and stability |
| have medial posts or devices like the ROLLBAR | | | | than other walking shoes.o Outdoor walking and |
| for greater stability and mechanical correction. | | | | hiking shoes are sturdier than sneakers and offer |
| These are often called stability or motion control | | | | superior traction and protection from the |
| shoes. Normal feet are best suited with | | | | elements. |
| neutral-cushioning and stability shoes which offer | | | | Fitting and Material |
| low-to-moderate stability with cushioning and | | | | Your shoes should have a comfortable fit and |
| higher flexbility. High-arched feet are better off | | | | should be flexible to allow for various walking |
| with flexible, highly cushioned shoes for impact | | | | motions. Ensure a good fit by buying shoes in the |
| absorption. | | | | afternoon when your feet have swelled to its |
| Different Shoes for Different Needs | | | | widest size. Also, test the shoes with sport socks |
| Apart from comfort and overall support, walking | | | | on because these socks take up space. Consider |
| shoes have extra added features to suit the | | | | mesh styles if your feet sweat too much. These |
| needs of serious athletes, occasional walkers, and | | | | are lighter and give more ventilation. For wet |
| fitness walkers. Generally, your choice in walking | | | | weather, walking footwear with |
| shoes should have low and stable heels and | | | | waterproof-treated leather and synthetic uppers |
| generous toe room. When shopping for the best | | | | are perfect. |
| fitting walking shoes, focus on function rather than | | | | With the right walking shoes, you can remain |
| the form and it is to your advantage if you have | | | | comfortable on your feet all day. |
| different sets of walking shoes to allow for | | | | |