Shoes

[Bill L]

Can anybody suggest some good shoes for walking, exercise, massage?

 

[strata]

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Red Wing Steel Toed Logger boots.  
http://www.redwingshoe.com/search-results.cfm?searchBox=logger

Stylish and fashionable, yet functional.  Actually, there is some thought to be put in here.  Where are you going to be walking, what exercise will you do?  Some people suggest that you walk on grass barefoot, and if you are walking on people's backs, you should be barefoot as well.  Apparently, going barefoot on uneven surfaces, like grass, is good for the foot, helps build muscles and flexibility.  Wear what is comfortable.  mick

 

[Bear]

I really like Merrell's.  I find them to be incredibly comfortable to work in -- well cushioned with wonderful arch support -- I wear the clog style though which I don't think would be good for working out or walking any long distances.  I know they offer a variety of styles...

 

[Sisir]

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I've been living in my Solomon slip-ons for a couple of years. I highly recommend them! REI sells them, and I think they're about $40.00. They're similar to the Merrill slip-ons, but less expensive. Only trouble is when I went to get a pair to replace these (which are getting pretty beat at this point), it turns out they don't make men's sizes any more!! They are available in women's sizes right up to about 1/2 size too small for me...waaaanh....Any way, I put sealer on these puppies and have worn them hiking, massaging, just walking around. I work at Home Dope, standing around on cement floors for 8 hours at a stretch, and my feet feel fine afterward. They don't have a ton of side support, so if you were doing any serious hiking they might not be ideal. But I've climbed a couple of smaller mountains around here and had no problem.

 

[Pompal 09.]

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A few links you may find some info on.  

Aching Feet
http://www.massageplanet.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=207&start=0

What Do You Wear?
http://www.massageplanet.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1056&start=


There was another thread called: "Footwear", but I can't find the topic or the link right now.

 

[angelboy]

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While I don't wear shoes while I massage, a friend of mine swears by the Nike Shox. She's let me feel them (i couldn't put them on, too small) and they felt as though they'd be really comfortable.

I got a pair of Adidas made from hemp. Here is the shoe:

http://www.journeys.com/catalog_detail.aspx?id=22882

They're pretty comfortable, but I don't think I'd want to walk REALLY long distances in them, being as they're so flat on the bottom. Mainly made for skateboarding. They should be goot for massage though, I've worn them a couple of times (only because I had to) while massaging, and it wasn't bad, but then again, I prefer barefoot, so...

They're comfortable for standing around all day though!

 

[?Mamibella]

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THANK YOU FOR THE SUGGESTIONS!

 

[anwen55]

As for my two cents, I wouls have to agree with Seforum.xxxg's friend and vote for Nike Shox.I thought they were the ugliest looking things until I tried on another therapist's..... she couldn't say enough about them.I think they are definitely the most comfortable and supportive things I have ever had the pleasure to put on my feet. ;DI use to change into them only after I got to my office (yes, conjuring up Mr. Rogers) until I had a car accident that left me with a knee injury. I wore them EVERYWHERE (and still do) after the accident, and I KNOW it made a very big difference for me when I really started walking/climbing stairs again..... lots of support. (Maybe if I say how much I love 'em Nike will send me a pair..... a girl can dream!  :  )

 

[~o~]

http://www.simpleshoes.com has very comfortable and durable clogs, sneakers, and sandals in several styles and colors that go well with a uniform.  I like the clog-style as I can slip out of them easily just before massaging to work in sock-feet.  Check them out.

 

[Extra Crispy]

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dansko's clogs are certified by the american podiatric association. alot of medical people and chefs wear them.
you can get a great deal on ebay.

http://www.dansko.com

they offer a professional line, an occupational line and a sports clog line.

 

[bob-chan]

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Here's a link to a great place for shoes. They're name brands at really low prices. Check 'em out. One of my teachers shared the address.

http://www.sierratradingpost.com

 

[3sa]

That's it, I'm SO getting a pair of those Nikes.  ;D(It's a necessity for business, I swear! lol)

 

[ghostbutterfly]

Hey Seforum.xxxg, they're a write-off.....   (Like you needed more of an incentive!  

 

[jhall20032003]

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Not too sure if they're a write-off, I think I'd have to get my business name put on them or something, because if they're 'usable clothing' outside of the massage room, or don't have your business name on them, I don't think the IRS considers them a business expense.

 

[T a r a n]

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There's a store called "running wild" where I live and they specialize in runner's needs of course. I went there to get good running shoes and they told me to walk around barefoot so they could look at how I stepped, and then they pulled a few pairs of shoes that had the support where I needed it. I think I ended up with some Asics (sp?). I ran my first half marathon in them and I still wear them to run errands in because they are so comfortable.

 

[Pompal 09.]

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I wear nursing shoes.

 

[?u??sfloozy]

thanks.  I use to have birkenstocks in high school, if i still had them i would wear them in the office during the summer.  My sister works part time at foot action and bought me a pair of plain white nike, don't remember what kind of nike.  i keep them in the office, so they stay nice and clean.  about th write off, i also saw someone mentioning not being able to write off work clothes, unless they have a logo.  I went to an account and he wrote my clothes off, I actually was dressed for work because i was going to work after my appt. w/him and explained to him they were plain, no logo, but i only wear them to massage, in case of oil stains.  he said that was fine he could write that off and i plan to write of the nikes i just got.  

 

[Neo Draven]

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Birkenstocks. They are wonderful. Been wearing them for over 15 years. (geez that makes me sound old! ;D)

 

[jaskiran]

Another vote for Dansko clogs here.  I wear them all the time, they've really helped with my back problems.I don't, however, usually wear them while working.  I much prefer to massage barefoot but I have worn them to massage in a few times and they are great.In the summer I really prefer to be barefoot, unfortunately I can't be barefoot all the time!  I usually wear Birkenstocks, Clarks, or Naot sandals.  As close to barefoot as I can get.

 

[Haute Couture]

For the summer time i like to wear sandals.  i got a pair in key west few yrs ago, can't remember the brand name but they are comfortable they are just like birkenstocks and cost over $100, but it was so worth the money, i still have them and they are still comfortable.  LOVE THEM!