A daily workout is a great way to improve and maintain your overall health. However, working out can be painful on your feet, knees and joints. The best way to get your workout in and not do damage to your body, is to be get a great pair of workout shoes. Many issues can arise from having shoes that do not offer the support that your body needs. Improper shoes can cause heel pain, shin splits and possibly stress fractures. All of these are things that can take time off your workout routine.

The first thing to do is get a shoe for the activity you do most. Many trainers and doctors agree that it might be best to get a pair of workout shoes for each activity. For example, if you run most of the time for a workout, then get a great pair of running shoes, and another great pair for all other activities. This helps offer you the support that you really need for each activity.

It is best to keep in mind that your feet swell during the day and especially when you are doing activities like running and walking. Never get a pair of shoes that are too tight or that cannot offer you some room for your feet to expand. This can lead to blisters or stress fractures as it puts pressure on the foot.

The last thing to keep in mind is to know when to change your shoes. Workout shoes tend to wear out faster than other shoes due to the amount of movement that is done in them. You may need to buy workout shoes more often than your other shoes, and that is completely normal. If you would like general checkup of your foot health, give our office a call today!