A good dress shoe should not bend easily in the midfoot at the arch. If it does, it won't provide enough support to help maintain the arch when walking. Fortunately, most work boots usually offer good support. They have strong arches and well-cushioned heels. The trouble with work boots is in knowing when to throw them out.
People often wear the same pair for years.
When they do, wear patterns on the sole usually produce imbalances that detract from their effectiveness. Once a shoe of any type shows noticeable angulation in the heel, it should be replaced. If not, the shoe will cause your foot to land awkwardly, and problems can begin to develop. Another cause of heel pain is not warming up before exercise. It is important to stretch all parts of the body before exercising.