are shoes better tight or loose?
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Loose slipping in the heels will not cause blisters when broken in gradually, but wearing shoes that are too small and tight will cause friction and then blister. It is much more important to give your forefoot lots of room. Breaking in shoes gradually is the best strategy.
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Boots should feel snug in this area, but not tight. ... As you wear the boot, the sole will become more flexible and most of the slippage will disappear with time. If the instep is too loose, the boot will slip too much, which means that you need a narrower or smaller size boot.
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Tight shoes can cause even more problems. They can: make you unstable on your feet. deform your toes, produce blisters between your toes, and aggravate structural problems like hammer toe, mallet toe, and bone spurs.
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There's always a major test your shoes should pass: Slide your index finger between your heel and the heel of your shoes. - Your finger should fit snugly, but not too tight or loose. If it is tight, chances are you need a bigger size. If it is too loose, go one size down.
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In essence, they should be as tight – or as loose – as you'd wear your chinos.
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Leather dress shoes will stretch a little. Leather has a break in period where it will conform to your feet. In terms of sizing, leather stretching shouldn't have much of an impact. A brand new pair of shoes shouldn't be too tight or too loose.
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The size of your feet changes as you grow older so always have your feet measured before buying shoes. ... Don't buy shoes that feel too tight and expect them to stretch to fit. Your heel should fit comfortably in the shoe with a minimum amount of slipping - the shoes should not ride up and down on your heel when you walk.
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Boots should feel snug in this area, but not tight. If the instep is too tight, go for a wider or bigger size. The widest part of the foot is called the ball (it's where you bend your foot when you walk or run). ... If the boot is too short, your toes will be forced into the toe box.
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No tie shoelaces will allow you to slip on your shoes without the hassle and will keep them on your feet all day long. You will not have to worry about your shoes becoming loose or untied, no matter what you are doing.
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How to Find a Running Shoe That Fits. Conventional wisdom holds that your running shoes should be about a size bigger than your dress or casual size. There's a grain of truth to that—increased blood flow and swelling during and after exercise do make your feet expand, so your running shoes tend to be larger.
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Conventional wisdom holds that your running shoes should be about a size bigger than your dress or casual size. There's a grain of truth to that—increased blood flow and swelling during and after exercise do make your feet expand, so your running shoes tend to be larger.
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Don't fold or roll the tops down, because that can make them too tight. It could cause blood flow problems or cut off your circulation like a tourniquet. If your doctor told you to wear them, you'll probably want to keep them on most of the time. ... You can wear socks, slippers, and shoes over compression stockings.
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But running in different shoes can make you stronger, faster, and less prone to injury. Studies show correlations between running in a variety of footwear and reduced injuries. Every time you put on a different pair of shoes, your interaction with the ground changes slightly, thus you stride differently.
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Because boots don't have laces, proper fit is all about the instep. Boots should feel snug in this area, but not tight. If the instep is too tight, go for a wider or bigger size. The widest part of the foot is called the ball (it's where you bend your foot when you walk or run).
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Your Topwear and bottom wear are not as exposed to degrading elements as your footwear. So if a person is wearing shoes that are in great condition, it shows that he has managed to maintain the most difficult constituent of an outfit.
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If you normally wear a larger size to get a wider fit in conventional shoes, you may not have to do that with Xero Shoes. Natural materials (like leather or canvas) may stretch during initial wear.
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At the most “loose” or “relaxed” tightness setting, the Adapt BB still felt pretty snug on foot. Since you can really tighten up the sneaker when opting for “max” tightness, you should be good going true to size or even going up half a size.