The importance of proper footwear

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The Importance of Proper Footwear

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• Footwear

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• Feet not only need to be covered to look good,
  but also need to be covered in good shoes so that
  they are safe and well protected. The human foot
  consists of 26 different bones with tendons,
  ligaments, muscles, and joints. These different
  parts of the foot are affected when you stand,
  walk, or run. So, it is very important to keep
  the foot healthy by protecting all those parts of
  the foot. Healthy feet help us walk better and
  perform more effectively on a daily basis, as
  most of our jobs require footwork.
• Given below the reasons why a pair of good shoes
  is extremely important for the feet.

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Shoes are Significant for Your Feet

• Your feet are always hitting the ground hard
  while walking or jumping. This may cause a lot
  wear and tear in the foot tendons and ligaments
  as well as bones owing to shock absorption. Thus,
  wearing good shoes is imperative for everyone,
  since perfect shoes replace the foot while
  absorbing shock giving maximum cushioning and
  comfort to the feet. Wearing the right fit shoes
  as per your foot type ensures that you maintain
  your balance and overall body posture. Trying the
  wrong kind of shoes constantly like, wearing high
  heels regularly can provide a bad body posture.

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• Proper shoes help us prevent injuries to the
  ankle and the areas around them. Our feet allow
  us to move from place to place and support the
  entire body weight. When we walk, our feet
  support 1.5 times our weight, and it is 7.9 times
  more our weight while we run. So it is necessary
  to give our feet a proper support, in particular
  when we run or walk or when our job requires a
  lot of walking, running, or dancing.

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Benefits of Good Shoes

• Good footwear offers a number of foremost uses. A
  good shoe will help balance your body and also
  supports even weight distribution on the foot. It
  provides the enough amount of space for your toes
  to flex while they are set in place. In fact, a
  pair of good shoes, guards feet from elemental
  damages such as damage from germs, dust, ice,
  water, and other such forces. Good shoes often
  prevent injuries and falls, and decrease the
  friction produced between the ground and the
  feet. And highly, a good pair of shoes safeguards
  feet from damages caused by external or internal
  injury.

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• An important feature of proper shoes is that they
  take care for the middle arch section of the
  foot. Generally, you will require normal shoes
  that have protectiveness and effectiveness
  aspect, if you have an appropriately placed arch.
  Your footwear needs will be very different, if
  you have flat feet due to a low arch. It is
  essential to confirm that your shoes are designed
  to give you comfort and increased protection in
  each case.
• Several diseases such as bunions, athletes foot,
  planters warts, shin splints, heels ache, lower
  back ache, and many more are the results of
  wearing ill equipped shoes. Therefore, it is
  important to pay attention and wear the right
  kind of your shoes to protect your feet.

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Improper Footwear

• You may have noticed your feet hurting after
  you wear a certain type of shoes. Improper
  footwear is the one that does not provide
  sufficient support and stability for the foot.
  The resulting discomfort and pain from improper
  footwear may lead to a variety of foot
  conditions. Inquire yourself the following
  queries and take time to evaluate your shoes

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• Does your shoe fit?  Feet grow as we age.  You
  should measure your feet yearly.  Also, shop for
  shoes at the end of the day when your feet are at
  their largest.  That is, buy shoes late in the
  afternoon when feet are likely to be swollen to
  their maximum size. Keep in mind that your shoes
  should fit your feet and you should not have to
  make your feet fit the shoe!

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• Are they worn out?  How long have you had your
  shoes? It is time to replace them, if the
  structure of your shoe has been compromised due
  to wear and tear. A shoe that does not provide
  proper support can lead to heel pain and ankle
  sprains.
• Is the width of the toe box satisfactory?  There
  should be plenty of room for your toes across the
  shoe as well as at the end of your shoes.  Avoid
  pointy shoes and the one that has a narrow toe
  box. Having scrunched toes may lead to bunions,
  ingrown toenails, and hammertoes.

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• Is your shoe activity-appropriately?  Remember to
  wear the proper shoes according to the leisure
  and work activities in which you participate. Do
  research and identify the type of shoes you
  actually need. Help your body to get the support
  it needs, by wearing activity-appropriate shoes.
  You may need shoes with supportive ankles stiff
  soles depending on your activity. There are
  countless combinations of shoes are available in
  the market. To avoid heel pain, Achilles
  tendonitis, ankle sprains, and many more
  complicated foot problems, choose the right one.

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• Are you wearing high heels?  Avoid shoes that
  have heels higher than 2 ¼ inches for everyday
  wear.  You are applying massive amounts of force
  to the ball of your foot, by lifting the heel
  above your toes past a safe distance. This can
  result in Mortons Neuroma, Metatarsalgia and
  other foot related problems.
• Using slip-on shoes? Avoid it, as fastenings such
  as Velcro straps or laces stop your foot slipping
  sideways or forwards in your shoe.

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Tips for Buying Shoes Online

• There are many advantages in buying the
  things online. Usually the online shopping offers
  24/7 support. You can go for n number of
  varieties with different features. There is no
  need to wait until the weekend. You can shop
  online anytime. You can compare the prices of the
  items easily here. The best part of buying shoes
  online is that they are really new shoes and
  never have been tried by anyone. Given are some
  tips to enjoy an online friendly shopping.

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• Know yourself Ask friends or family if they have
  bought shoes online. Get the suggestions from
  them. Search for the type of shoes you need. Do
  you have a wide foot? Do you know your size?
  Prefer extra heel support? Ask yourself these
  types of questions and know the answers. It will
  save you time and provide confidence in your
  purchase.
• Know the return policy Read and understand the
  return policy of the online shop. Sometimes, you
  may buy a pair of shoes that wont fit or
  defective. Some online retailers will only charge
  shipping and will take your shoes back regardless
  of the reason, while a few might stick you with a
  restocking fee.

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• Beware of the discount online retailers Do a
  Google search for the shoes, and you might be
  excited by some amazing price deals. Know roughly
  what sort of shoe you are looking for before you
  start looking online, so that it can be easier
  for you to search and get results. Many sites
  offer Shoes Coupons, Promotions Rewards
  Programs, and Footwear Deals Cash back. You can
  make use of the discounts while you purchase
  shoes online.

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• Conclusion
• Whether your workout involves walking,
  running, gym or sports equipment, a decent shoe
  is a must. Investing in a quality shoe can help
  you to prevent ankle and foot damage, and make
  your workout a comfortable and more pleasant
  experience. If you suffer any problem in your
  foot, you can contact the podiatrist to assess
  your feet, and discuss problem areas.  You may
  have, for instance, flat feet, which require
  additional arch support for better foot health. 
  Understanding the condition and structure of your
  feet will help you make wise footwear decisions.
  Choosing a proper shoe helps to protect against
  common injuries associated with your type of
  workout. Pick the shoes that fit, feel
  comfortable, and are healthy for your feet. Make
  sure to choose the right footwear, which in turns
  take care of your feet.

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