GET ON YOUR FEET! Brands are pulling out all the stops when it
comes to shoes that walk the walk when it comes to healthy living.
But what exactly are the ingredients in a good wellness shoe? ere
are several key traits, according to footwear brand execs, with
support being at the top of the list.
"e shoe should provide ample support and cushioning for
your feet to help prevent foot fatigue and pain," notes Instride Shoes
President Dan Werremeyer. Likewise, Powerlace Sales Director
David Santagata is intent that "the shoe should have support in the
heel area, and high-quality materials in the midsole and outsole for
greater versatility" at work or play. "Having spent over a decade of
my career within the orthotic market, my first port of call is always
the footbed; A deep supportive heel cup, prominent arch support
and metatarsal raise are a must," adds Strive Footwear Managing
Director Sam Wright.
A great wellness shoe has the ability to move with you naturally.
"Since we spend much of our day walking, we should be wearing
shoes engineered for a walking stride, this means under foot midsole
foam that works with a heel strike of about [twice] your body
weight each stride," according to Velous Footwear Co-Founder Brad
Bischel. e toes should have room to move, and the foot be allowed
to breathe. And of course, there is fit. "Get the right size fitted by a
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LOOK GOOD, FEEL GREAT STYLES PROVIDE MOBILITY AND VERSATILITY FOR ALL-DAY WEAR. BY SUZANNE BLECHER
26 • March/April 2023 sportstyle • sportstylemag.com
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