I do not even own a pair of nike's or anything like that---but I like to walk at least
1-2 miles daily===I am an avid 66 year old male....
2007-06-19 12:16:30 · 5 answers · asked by bill the businessman 5 in Beauty & Style ➔ Fashion & Accessories
Depends on your needs: how much arch support, wide or narrow feet, weight, underpronator (high arches - doesn't roll as much as it should) or overpronator (flat feet - rolls too far outward)?
Related articles:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Foot_type
http://orthopedics.about.com/cs/generalinfo6/g/overpronation.htm
http://running.about.com/od/arunnersglossary/g/underpronation.htm
Generally, Nike shoes tend to run narrow. New Balance offers a broad range of sizes & widths. Brooks offers excellent support. There are other good brands but these are the ones I am most familiar with.
Underpronators need more cushioning while overpronators need more motion control/stability & arch support.
Thor-lo socks are the best in terms of fit & breathability.
Check out zappos.com - for customers' reviews of shoes.
Check out local sports shoe stores that specialize in evaluating your needs & fitting shoes. Such stores often are independent stores & cater to avid runners or walkers. Don't rely on big chains or sporting goods stores. For details - http://walking.about.com/cs/powerwalking/a/blfastshoes.htm
more related articles: http://www.ahealthyme.com/topic/topic13905
http://walking.about.com/cs/beginners/a/blhowshoes.htm
http://www.spine-health.com/topics/conserv/walking/walking03.html
2007-06-19 12:32:32 · answer #1 · answered by Treadstone 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to a reputable shoe store & ask the shoe salesperson to let you try on a walking shoe, like a New Balance. I have a pair & they make my feet feel so good. My ortho doctor recommended the New Balance for me & many of his patients. There are many other great walking shoes out there but try on a pair of New Balance first, You won't be disappointed. I bought mine at Penneys & when they were on sale, ($39.95) The New Balance wear like iron.
2007-06-19 20:54:15 · answer #2 · answered by Shortstuff13 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-06-19 19:21:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should use New Balance they are the best to get because the give your feet protection the doctors even perscribe them but they are good to wear anywhere the doctors did to me because i have bad knees and ankles
2007-06-19 19:34:52 · answer #4 · answered by SkyeBO 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I like champion. They are really comfortable and they are durable.
2007-06-19 19:24:34 · answer #5 · answered by =D 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋