How do you learn to walk in heels?

Question

I am a male to female transsexual, who will soon begin living fulltime as a woman. I have always loved women's clothing and really love the look of high heels, but it is really hard to learn to walk in them, especially since I am now in my early 30's. Any suggestions? I really want to be able to wear them as I am reasonably short.

Answer 1

Heels do not need to be long and thin to be considered fashionable. But no matter what the length of your heel, take extra caution to keep your balance and place the least amount of strain on your muscles.

Instructions

STEP 1: Step with your heel down first, then let the sole follow quickly and smoothly.

STEP 2: Walk with your toes pointing straight ahead or as close to straight ahead as possible.

STEP 3: Swing your arms as you walk for balance.

STEP 4: Keep your legs straight, close and parallel.

STEP 5: Take smooth, even steps; consider shortening your stride a bit.

STEP 6: Avoid walking on ice, slush, mud, grass, sand, gravel and grated surfaces, on which you can slip or sink. When in doubt, take off your heels and carry them across such questionable surfaces in your bare feet.

Practice doing these steps while you're vacuuming and just walking around the house/apartment and doing regular chores, and I guarantee, you'll get it down in no time. That's how I learned. :) And don't worry, I've found most transsexuals to have walked WAY better in heels than most women.

Make sure you buy a good pair of heels too, because they're gonna KILL if you buy a cheap plastic pair, and have to break them in. Breaking them in, to get them to mold to your feet really hurts. At least buy leather.

Tips & Warnings

When climbing stairs, make sure both sole and heel land together firmly and simultaneously on each step (kind of hard when your shoes are uber pointy.. so I just usually make sure the sole is firmly planted and the heel hanging off a bit if it has to). When descending stairs, only the sole of the shoe needs to be planted on each step.

While high heels can make your legs look better and longer, they can also wreak havoc on your feet, especially when worn regularly over long periods of time.

Avoid driving in high heels - you don't have quite as much control over the car, and you can damage the back of your shoe. Keep an extra pair of flats in your car, or consider driving barefoot.

Answer 2

start low, like under 2 inch heel and consider it like training shoes...since you were born male your feet are probably a bit wider so just make sure the shoes are comfortable and fit well. If they're leather, you can wear them in a bit by just wearing them around the house, like if you're on the couch or computer or whatever. When you get comfortable in these then feel free to go a little higher on the heel (it will give you an excuse to buy new shoes;) But wear the shoes around the house, you should get the hang of it, maybe put up a large mirror somewhere in the house so you can check your posture.

Answer 3

Heel to toe is true, but the secret is in the hips. You can't walk in high heels without moving your hips. It's hard to explain, but if you imagine someone in a kayak who is using a double-ended paddle, that is kind of the motion you need to use. Down-up, down-up with each step. I would practice all this just walking around on the balls of your feet around your house, then try heels once this is comfortable.

Boots are the easiest to wear, because they're like an extension of your foot. Slides and slingbacks are the hardest!

Answer 4

Keep your knees together and take shorter steps. Place one foot nearly in front of the other at first to avoid looking like you are walking in combat boots. Hold your upper body erect and your shoulders should stay relatively still. Don't bounce. It may sound a little old fashion but learn to walk with a book balanced on your head. Start barefooted at first and gradually work up to heels. When you can walk the length of a hall without dropping the book then you have it down!

Answer 5

harder than being able to walk in them is putting up with the pain after you wear them for several hours. i read this online once: start with a smaller heel, like a kitten heel, about 1 inch or so and walk around in that until you feel comfortable. then increase by an inch and so on. this will build up your endurance for heels, especially if you practice by wearing them as part of your all-day outfit, not just during like a trip to the store. after you're able to wear 2-3 inch heels (the basics), you can progress to thinner heels of the same height or higher. i'd say stick to three inches. good luck! =)

Answer 6

You know I am the least girly girl that you will ever meet. A girl on Extreme Makeover had never worn heels in her life and they brought in a coach for her. The coach told her the secret is heel to toe. I need to try this as I am only 5 feet tall and would like to start wearing heels too. Good Luck to you.

Answer 7

Start with heels that aren't too high or too thin. You may even want to start with a cute pair of boots. Maybe something with just an inch to inch and a half of lift... boots would be more stable to learn in - - and they look great with skirts OR pants! After you get the hang of that, you can always get some higher, daintier heels. Good Luck!

Answer 8

Start with a lower heel and work your way up, and practice all you can.

Answer 9

Remember this: Heel toe, Heel toe.

Answer 10

you should pratice in the hallway are try to ask one of your family members