Lots of men hate to shop and may not spend the time to get properly fitted for walking shoes.
Women are likely to wear shoes that are too small.
Bumgardner urges both walkers and runners to buy their shoes at an athletic store, because the staff is more likely to provide better advice about fit and differences among brands and models than the staff at a regular shoe store. Rotating shoes will allow you to feel the difference when the older pair loses its cushioning. Buy shoes that allow space for thicker athletic socks and that give your feet room for expansion. Allow a space the width of your thumbnail between the toes and front of the shoe when standing up. Suggest a Tip Tips from Visitors Learn about other resources related to this topic.