6 Reasons Your Shoes Are Painful

1. They’re Restrictive - By wearing shoes for fashion’s sake, your feet are prevented from moving freely.

2. They’re Too Tight - A seemingly obvious reason…but did you know 90% of Americans wear improperly fitted shoes?

3. They’re Too Stiff – Leather shoes often have a layer of synthetic material to make them more durable, making the shoes too stiff for our feet.

4. Some Shoes are Too High – How high is too high? Rule of thumb… if they hurt, don’t wear them!

5. On the Other Hand…Some Shoes are Too Flat - Those ballet flats may seem more comfortable than high heels, but the flimsier versions of these slip-ons don’t give your feet the protection they need. Typically, we’re on sidewalks and concrete, and we haven’t really evolved to be [walking] on this hard, flat environment. The flat shoe itself isn’t unhealthy for the foot, he adds, but many styles don’t provide enough cushioning for your weary soles.

6.  Some Shoes are Too Pointy – You might look sexy, but pointy shoes aren’t at all good for your feet, and are one of the leading causes of bunions!

Now that you’ve learned the secrets to avoiding painful shoes, take a look through your closet and put your shoes to the test.  You can read the entire article ‘6 Ways Your Shoes are Painful’ for a tip on shopping for healthy shoes.