
We know the struggle of browsing through shoeboxes at stores, feeling the base of the shoe and taking note of its support level (we couldn’t advance to ballet en pointe due to an “insufficient arch” and yes, are still bitter about it). Sharkey outlined the best women’s shoes for flat feet in 2023, along with an in-depth FAQ section answering some of your flat foot-ridden questions.Īnd, don’t feel out of place - or, out of step - if you have flat feet. “Here’s a simple way to assess your own arch structure: If you were to walk in wet sand or get your feet and step onto cement, a flat foot will be one in which the whole bottom of the foot will leave an imprint (as opposed to someone with a high arch where only the outer border and a portion of the arch will leave an imprint).”Īhead, Dr. “Characteristics of a flat feet include low-to-no arch when standing,” Anne Sharkey, DPM, board-certified podiatrist specializing in foot, ankle and rear foot construction with 11 years of clinical experience and Pedestrian Project ambassador, told the New York Post. If you have flat feet (aka, not much arch support), you have even more cause for concern when hand-picking the perfect shoes for you, namely because you want to ensure you’re receiving the support you need.


But, not everyone’s feet were created equal as well. We don’t have to tell you that not all shoes were created equal (that’s why you’ll see some pairs for $5 and some for $500). That’s a whole lot of walking and, because you’re constantly en route - whether sprinting to the office or walking around your neighborhood - it’s important to have the right shoes. The average American walks, on average, 3,000 to 4,000 steps a day.

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