5 tips to choose comfortable shoes

Tony Hill
4 min readNov 2, 2020

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Good shoes are essential for the health of our feet. We tell you how to choose the most comfortable ones! The feet are the foundation of our body and support our weight throughout the day. Therefore, shoes, in addition to being one of our favorite accessories, are the key to the health of our feet, but do we really know what our shoes should be like?

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First of all, we have to know that, always, always, we must choose comfortable shoes since, if we choose a suitable shoe for our feet, we will avoid future joint diseases and other podiatric pathologies. But … we know what you are thinking and you are very wrong, comfortable shoes are not synonymous with orthopedic or ugly shoes. Currently, trends and fashion adapt to our tastes and needs and are able to combine quality, comfort and style, with options for comfortable and beautiful shoes. But, so that you do not have a problem when choosing shoes, we tell you everything you need to know. Attentive!

  1. Take into account the use that you are going to give your shoes

There are countless options for shoes suitable for all kinds of activities, so you will have to take into account when, where, and what you are going to wear your shoes for. Here are some of the examples of the most common activities to inspire you in your next choice:

Sports shoes:

Each sport activity has its specialized footwear. For example, if you do running, you are interested in buying special running shoes, or if you are more into soccer or tennis, you will have to choose designs suitable for this sport. However, in any case, they must support the foot in its entirety and have adequate breathability.

Outdoor activities:

If you practice outdoor activities in hot climates such as the beach or the sea, you will have to choose lightweight shoes with non-slip soles, such as crab shoes. If, on the other hand, you need footwear for outdoor activities in colder climates, look for footwear with a non-slip sole, preferably boots that are large enough so that you can warm your foot.

Shoes for the day today:

If you need footwear for your daily routine, we recommend that you choose a comfortable shoe, as it will accompany you throughout your day, but keep it formal. Good comfortable shoes to go to the office will be ideal for your outfit. How about some platform sneakers? You will go to the last one!

Dress Shoes:

If you have a special event, you will probably pay more attention to the aesthetics of the shoe and, although we have to admit that it is a very important aspect, comfort is also very important … Or else, how are you going to last all night dancing? Although it is hard to believe, there are shoe lines in which comfort and design go hand in hand.

2. Quality materials

The external materials of the shoe are not so important for the comfort of our feet, although it never hurts … However, quality materials on the sole and inside the shoe are essential for our comfort, especially if you have some delicate feet. To do this, we recommend that the sole of the shoe is preferably rubber since the shoe will have a greater grip on the ground. As for the inside of the footwear, if you want your foot to be comfortable and avoid sweats and bad smells, our advice is that you choose materials such as leather.

3. Make a good investment!

As the saying goes, cheap is expensive, which is why the price should not be a rule when choosing shoes. In the long run, it will be more profitable to have invested a little more money but have quality, comfortable shoes that last longer.

4. Measure your feet and choose the correct size

Measurements of your foot, if they are wider than normal, how long they are… So you can know which is the type of footwear that best fits your feet. Therefore, try:

-That the shoe is not too tight for us.

-That it is not loose, as it can cause friction and other injuries.

-A good measure to check that the shoe is ideal for you is to put a finger between the heel and the shoe. If possible, it is perfect!

  • Check that the big toe does not rub the end of the shoe.

5. Try them on well

Before buying shoes, try them on well and make sure the shoes fit the shape of your feet. Which is the best way? Try them on leisurely and walk for a few minutes with them, this way you will see that they are comfortable and do not hurt you. If we are talking about high-heeled sandals, check that no seam or strip is tight and that the heel is not excessively high. Now you know the 5 tips you need to buy comfortable shoes and feel rested at the end of the day. Choose a shoe of your style and check that it is made for you. And enjoy the day!

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Tony Hill
Tony Hill

Written by Tony Hill

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