Tired feet, blisters etc?
5 reasons why it’s worth investing in good shoes
The right sole makes your feet feel much better.
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Of course, with new trends come new shoe models that take over our closets. But a lot doesn’t always help a lot. There are five good reasons to invest in less and in high-quality shoes. Spoiler: It depends on the sole…
Our shoes accompany us every step of the way! Be it on the way to work, to kindergarten or to sport. They are no longer just purely practical – they have also become a fashion statement. However, if you stand on your feet all day, the shoes should also be comfortable and comfortable. Anyone who has ever squeezed into shoes that are too tight or of poor quality knows the feeling: burning blisters, pressure and a heavy feeling make every further step unbearable. If you pay attention to these five points when buying shoes, you won’t fall into the (pain) trap…
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2. The right posture
Posture is the be-all and end-all for health and external perception and the right sole naturally also plays a role. It is she who can properly align our body again. If we walk through the world with an upright posture, we not only influence how we are perceived from the outside, but our spine will also thank you. Ideally, this can reduce back, knee and hip pain and increase our self-confidence.
3. Say goodbye to the bubbles
There is probably nothing more annoying than noticing when putting on shoes that after just a few steps they start to rub your ankle or heels. It’s usually too late to go home and change your shoes. Blisters that form throughout the day are therefore inevitable! But what is that actually about? The reasons are as simple as they are simple: If the sole does not provide enough cushioning or has a poor fit, the repeated impacts when walking or running can lead to friction and pressure, which promotes the formation of blisters.
4. Comfortable base
Anyone who spends a long time in their shoes wants one thing above all else: comfort! This is guaranteed by various points. Effective cushioning absorbs shock and pressure, which in turn can reduce excessive stress on the joints. A good footbed supports the natural arch of the foot and thus the natural alignment of the foot. Foot problems such as flat feet or plantar fasciitis can be prevented or reduced. Our own foot health will thank us for keeping our eyes open when choosing the sole.
5. Goodbye, sweaty feet!
As soon as you take off your shoes, the people around you literally fall over because of the musty smell. Yes, you also notice this sticky, slightly damp feeling that extends to your socks. The sweat is not necessarily a physical problem in the first place. Sometimes the problem is simply the lack of breathability of the shoes. There are several ways to develop a breathable shoe. The upper material can be decorated with small perforations or mesh inserts to allow air to circulate better. But the sole can do something too! By integrating ventilation channels into the sole structure, the air can circulate there more successfully.
If you take just a few points into account when buying shoes, you will not only benefit from your footwear in the long term, but also from your foot health. Quality pays off after all…