Shoe-Ins
Which
styles of shoes are the kindest to your feet?
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Low heels. Go for two inches or lower, which won’t
alter the way your muscles work as much or add extra pressure to the balls of
your feet.
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Stacked or thicker heels. Spindly stilettos make for unstable feet.
A slightly chunkier heel helps keep the foot in alignment and reduces the risk
of straining ligaments.
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Wide toe boxes. A rounded toe gives the foot room to move
naturally. A pointy toe can squash toes, but “if the point begins to narrow
beyond your toes.
These
shoe styles can be problematic.
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Heels over three inches. They increase the pressure on the balls
of the feet, says Marlene Reid. If you wear them, limit it to a few hours at a
time.
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Platforms. “A shoe should bend at the ball of the
foot,” says Reid. A stiff style prevents natural foot movement.
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Flat shoes. Flip-flops and ballet flats usually offer
no arch support. Wear shoes with a wide ¼-inch heel.
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