Looking for informatio0n and advice on walking shoes, events, care for blisters, etc.?
I ama former runner, age 51, now walk 5-6 miles daily. Looking for walking events in the Kentucky/Indiana area, comments on favorite walking shoes, I currently use New Balance 608’s-for cross-training, very good support and cushioning. Have trouble with blisters, have used a myriad of over-the counter toe pads, bandages, powders, etc.-any other advice? Thanks.
What kind of socks are you wearing? Socks with cotton as an ingredient do not perform well during activity and may have something to do with your blisters. If you look into a synthetic/microfiber or even wool type of sock that is geared for physical activity I think you will see a change there. When you sweat cotton gets wet and just doesn’t move right. I use "Smart Wool Adrenaline" socks and never had that issue. They are comfortable and always feel dry and have a lip at the back fo the sock to prevent them from sliding back into sneakers or shoes.
If that doesn’t help it could be time to look at your shoes. The fit might be off. With as much walking as you are doing investing in a pair of shoes for walking is a good idea as well. Cross trainers are great for a little bit of everthing, but you are doing more than a little bit of walking on a daily basis.
A great store that can help you figure out what needs to change is The Walking Company (http://www.thewalkingcompany.com). They have 2 locations in Kentucky and several in Indiana. If no locations are convenient to you, there is also online ordering.
Fayette Mall
3401 Nicholasville Road
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 271-1006
Oxmoor Center
7900 Shelbyville Road
Space B8
Louisville, KY 40222
(502) 327-0838
The Fashion Mall
8702 Keystone Crossing
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 848-7489
Circle Center
49 W. Maryland St.
#D02B
Indianapolis, IN 46204
(317) 624-9255
Castleton Square
6020 E. 82nd Street
Indianapolis, IN 46250
(317) 842-4107
University Park Mall
6501 Grape Road
Space #348
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 247-9142
With events you can look here at www.active.com for anything that is happening in your area.
Try body glide. It is a product for runners for any area that experiences friction from motion. I can’t see any reason why it wouldn’t work well on the feet inside your shoes.
I would also suggest going into a high end running store and ensuring that you are wearing the correct style and size of shoe for your walking style. The Running Room is the best store I’ve seen around for this, however I believe they are only available in Canada.
References :
http://www.footworkpub.com/feetlinks.html ………This web site will tell you anything and everything you need to know about taking care of your feet. If it doesn’t, it will give you a link or two to search for yourself.
http://diet.ivillage.com/workouts/wrun/topics/0,,4s5g,00.html?sky=miv|ivl|df|workout_run|PPC2715|s You may know most of this info regarding preparations for running a marathon, but there’s some good advice here.
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iVillage.com
What kind of socks are you wearing? Socks with cotton as an ingredient do not perform well during activity and may have something to do with your blisters. If you look into a synthetic/microfiber or even wool type of sock that is geared for physical activity I think you will see a change there. When you sweat cotton gets wet and just doesn’t move right. I use "Smart Wool Adrenaline" socks and never had that issue. They are comfortable and always feel dry and have a lip at the back fo the sock to prevent them from sliding back into sneakers or shoes.
If that doesn’t help it could be time to look at your shoes. The fit might be off. With as much walking as you are doing investing in a pair of shoes for walking is a good idea as well. Cross trainers are great for a little bit of everthing, but you are doing more than a little bit of walking on a daily basis.
A great store that can help you figure out what needs to change is The Walking Company (http://www.thewalkingcompany.com). They have 2 locations in Kentucky and several in Indiana. If no locations are convenient to you, there is also online ordering.
Fayette Mall
3401 Nicholasville Road
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 271-1006
Oxmoor Center
7900 Shelbyville Road
Space B8
Louisville, KY 40222
(502) 327-0838
The Fashion Mall
8702 Keystone Crossing
Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 848-7489
Circle Center
49 W. Maryland St.
#D02B
Indianapolis, IN 46204
(317) 624-9255
Castleton Square
6020 E. 82nd Street
Indianapolis, IN 46250
(317) 842-4107
University Park Mall
6501 Grape Road
Space #348
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 247-9142
With events you can look here at http://www.active.com for anything that is happening in your area.
References :
Hi–
Many walking shoes today are made to fall apart–you may think the more money you spend on a great pair of walking shoes the better your feet will be—but Nooooooooooooooooo!!! they will soon end up as dust collectors—So I strongly suggest that you just walk in your bare feet!!!
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