There s nothing in the study about them. A famous curmudgeon once said that he avoided any exercise that required buying a new pair of shoes. He was probably the same guy who said that anyone who hates children and animals couldn t be all bad. At least he was consistently wrong. Any exercise, even something as easy as light walking, requires new shoes.
Walking shoes differ from other sports shoes.
Walking shoes provide more lateral support and are more flexible, but are not made to absorb as much impact. Try on different brands at a well-stocked shoe store. Flex your feet, wiggle your toes, and walk around until you find a pair that feels comfortable to you. Diabetes Mellitus and Exercise is the position statement of the American Diabetes Association. One of the biggest points this statement makes is the importance of a detailed medical exam before starting an exercise program.