Ping: Laurie in Maine, walking shoe query

"Chris Braun"

I used to buy all my shoes in wide, but since I've lost weight I
generally wear regular width. I still buy my running shoes in wide.
I'm thinking I may go get fitted next time I order a pair, though, in
case this should be changed.

Well the wides still fit me pretty well, they just don't feel so *snug*
anymore. They fit a bit looser and I am not sure if Regulars would fit me
now. I am waiting until I lose more to find out, as I have plenty of shoes
to wear until then. My favorite casual non-athletic shoes to wear are my
Dansko clogs. They are so confortable and make my feet feel so good.
Check them out at www.dansko.com. I would love to get some Dansko sandals,
but they are only made up to European size 42. The Karl style clogs are
unisex and I wear a size 43, so sandals are too tight (or were last year!).
Their shoes are made a bit small, so I don't wear a 41 as it shows a size 11
foot to wear. I'll try them out later this year.

Chris

I've been wearing my New Balances 608's since I started exercising. They
are still comfy as hell and I work them hard on the treadmill, elliptical,
etc... I just want to get a new pair because the tread is wearing down a bit
now, not due to losing comfort.

"Lisa Holmberg"

I wear adidas. They make one of the lightest shoes for overpronators
(flat footed folks). I wear them for all sorts of exercise, from
hiking to walking to using the elliptical machine. Recently, I've
even had to wear them daily, since I had a foot injury. They've been
great. But the minute the cushion wears out you feel the difference.

Lisa

I would go to a store and try them on then buy them on Ebay. They are
expensive and Ebay has better prices. It took me about a week to get used
to them, and now the clogs are my best friends. I have 2 pairs. They are
recommended by podiatrists and orthopedists. Nurses wear them and nurses
are on their feet all day long.

"Chris Braun"

I'll have to check these out. I wear a size 8 US, so I'm easy to fit.

Chris

On Fri, 19 Mar 2004 22:33:54 -0600, "Perple Gyrl"
wrote:


"Chris Braun"

I used to buy all my shoes in wide, but since I've lost weight I
generally wear regular width. I still buy my running shoes in wide.
I'm thinking I may go get fitted next time I order a pair, though, in
case this should be changed.

Well the wides still fit me pretty well, they just don't feel so *snug*
anymore. They fit a bit looser and I am not sure if Regulars would fit me
now. I am waiting until I lose more to find out, as I have plenty of shoes
to wear until then. My favorite casual non-athletic shoes to wear are my
Dansko clogs. They are so confortable and make my feet feel so good.
Check them out at www.dansko.com. I would love to get some Dansko sandals,
but they are only made up to European size 42. The Karl style clogs are
unisex and I wear a size 43, so sandals are too tight (or were last year!).
Their shoes are made a bit small, so I don't wear a 41 as it shows a size 11
foot to wear. I'll try them out later this year.

Chris


I'll have to check these out. I wear a size 8 US, so I'm easy to fit.

Chris

Hi,

I replace my walking shoes (actually, I bought cross trainers on the
recommendation of the store I bought my shoes from) every 6 months to 1
year. I use them quite a bit, so wear them out just as quickly. I usually
keep them around for grass cutting and other stuff around the house/yard.

I don't know if there is a rule of thumb, but 6 months - 1 year has usually
been the max for my shoes.

Mohammed

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"J.J. in WA State" wrote in message
...
This question is aimed at Laurie because she walks so much, but
anyone else is free to chime in too. The question is: how does
one know when their walking shoes need replacing?

A few years ago, I went to see a podiatrist because my feet
were cramped and sore, especially where the toe meets the foot
on the top side. He told me to get some shoes with good support
(I normally wear Reeboks Classics, which are cute, but are not
very supportive). So I got some Brooks walking shoes at Big 5;
they worked great for walking, shopping, etc. but lately they
seem to be getting harder, less springy, and my feet are getting
sore again sometimes.

Do I need new shoes, and if so, is there a brand you really
like or should I stick with what I've been using? Or, should
I see the podiatrist again? I don't want to be an alarmist,
it's just that walking is my favorite form of cardio, so I
need my feet to be in their best shape. And they deserve the
pampering; they've been carrying a big load for the last 10
years. ;-)

Thanks for any advice...


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J.J. in WA State
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J.J. in WA State wrote:

I have a Rio Sport mp3 player -- I can't walk without it! Well, slight
exaggeration, one time I didn't realize the battery was dead until I
was already at my walking trail. I went without the music (hard
rock/heavy metal), but I didn't enjoy it as much. ;-)

Woohoo! Another headbanger! Metal is my favorite. I don't walk anywhere
without my discman. Right now I'm reviewing the latest promos for my website
(www.bastmagazine.com) so, I've been swamped hearing the good and the bad.
Although I did take a break on my walk tonight and listened to Opeth's
"Blackwater Park" which is my favorite CD on the planet. : )

Martha