What Podiatrists Want You to Know About Walking Shoes for Wide Feet
10) How to choose the best walking shoes for wide feet
Measure your feet: Shoe stores or podiatrists can offer foot measurements using a Brannock measuring device, Sonaike explains. Some may also offer foot scanners. These tools can help you determine how wide of a shoe you need and what to look for on labels.
Go for a wide-toe box: “Look for a shoe with a tighter fit by the heel for support and stability and a roomier feel by the toes for comfort and space,” says Sonaike.
Arch and heel support: “Increasing the arch height in a shoe helps control the foot width during standing and walking,” Sonaike adds. “A structured heel support will decrease motion.”
11) What shoes should I avoid if I have wide feet?
It’s best to avoid restrictive materials like hard canvas, as well as shoes with narrow frames and thin arches that lack support and room for wide feet.
12) What shoe material is best for wide feet?
“Soft leather or mesh uppers may be more accommodative of wide feet since they will provide more flexibility,” says Roach. They’re also more breathable and can wick away sweat.
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