Don’t just grab the prettiest pair. Shop in the afternoon—your feet swell during the day, and buying shoes in the morning is like buying jeans on a full stomach. Bring your orthotics if you use them, because a shoe that fits barefoot might not fit with an insert.
Plantar Fasciitis Shoes
Look for the “three-finger test”: when you slide your finger behind your heel, there should be about a thumb’s width of space. Too tight, and you’ll aggravate the fascia. Too loose, and you’ll slide around, creating friction blisters that feel like tiny paper cuts.
And here’s a pro tip: rotate between two pairs. Giving your shoes a day to decompress lets the foam bounce back, extending their life by up to 30%. Think of it as a day spa for your sneakers.
