Today is the Birth of this new adventure and I am very excited.
Before we begin the journey it is important to have proper equipment "Shoes".
Tips on Picking the right shoe!
- Save the shoe shopping for the end of the day. Our feet swell during
the day while we’re on them. If you try shoes on after you’ve been on
your feet for a while you’ll get a more accurate fit.
- If you’re not sure how a shoe should fit properly, it’s best to find a shoe store with a salesperson that can help you find the right fit for your feet (leave a ½ inch between the tip of your big toe and the end of the shoe, and the heel should not slip up and down as you walk, that’s a blister just waiting to happen). Tell them if you have any foot problems or require any special orthotics to be worn in your shoes if so bring the orthotics with you.
- If you plan to wear socks with your shoes have a pair with you of the thickness you will most likely be wearing with the shoe type you’re looking for. If you’re use to wearing dress shoes you’ll probably find that more casual walking shoes will require you to wear a slightly larger size than you’re use to.
- Opt for shoes that are flexible, flat, and have very little flare at the heel. Twist and bend the shoes to see how flexible they are. A stiff, un-giving shoe will be just as stiff and unforgiving on your foot.
- Try several pairs of shoes on and take them for a good walk around the store. Make sure the store’s return policy will allow you to return them if you get them home and decide they aren’t as comfortable as you thought they were in the store.
- If you’re not sure how a shoe should fit properly, it’s best to find a shoe store with a salesperson that can help you find the right fit for your feet (leave a ½ inch between the tip of your big toe and the end of the shoe, and the heel should not slip up and down as you walk, that’s a blister just waiting to happen). Tell them if you have any foot problems or require any special orthotics to be worn in your shoes if so bring the orthotics with you.
- If you plan to wear socks with your shoes have a pair with you of the thickness you will most likely be wearing with the shoe type you’re looking for. If you’re use to wearing dress shoes you’ll probably find that more casual walking shoes will require you to wear a slightly larger size than you’re use to.
- Opt for shoes that are flexible, flat, and have very little flare at the heel. Twist and bend the shoes to see how flexible they are. A stiff, un-giving shoe will be just as stiff and unforgiving on your foot.
- Try several pairs of shoes on and take them for a good walk around the store. Make sure the store’s return policy will allow you to return them if you get them home and decide they aren’t as comfortable as you thought they were in the store.
- Once you’ve purchased a pair of shoes make sure you wear them prior to
your walk so you know they do everything you want them to and not some
things you don’t.
- Always have your feet measured while standing.
- Always try on both shoes, and walk around the store in them.
- Always buy for the larger foot; feet are seldom precisely the same size.
-Don’t rely on the size of your last pair of shoes as your feet may grow.
-Select a shoe with a leather upper, stiff heel counter, good cushioning, and flexibility at the ball of the foot.
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