As pedestrians, we all have our fair share of foot troubles from time to time — and, dare I say, most are shoe-related. Thankfully, however, there are experts among us devoted to both caring and providing us with the latest and most relevant information for our feet. In fact, I just came across a particularly informative article by Sally Wadyka of Real Simple. She highlights six reasons why our feet hurt and what to do about it.
It’s been quite a while since humans had feet tough enough to withstand the natural environment. Our ancestors’ feet were huge, hairy, and hard. Ancient humans could withstand the pressure of walking barefoot on hard surfaces thanks to a tough layer of built-up callouses. Now, because they are almost always protected by shoes, our feet are soft, narrow, and offer very little protection against the natural environment. As beach season approaches, it’s important to know how to protect your feet when you do decide to go sans footwear. Here are a few safety tips to keep in mind at the beach, via the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons: (more…)
Summer is coming! If you’re like me, my feet are aching to kick off their puritanical coverings in favor of well-aerated sandals, espadrilles, and peep-toe pumps. (Ideally, these shoes would easily slide off for instant barefoot gratification whenever the whim to feel grass between my toes strikes.) Because summer shoe styles don’t have to provide a barrier against snow, rain and sleep, they offer more design options. Will you go for mule kitten heels, lace-up-the-leg espadrilles, or strappy gladiator sandals with three inch heels? Let your decision be influenced principally by your own body. Here are a few tips for selecting summer shoes to flatter your feet, legs, and general body type.
