Did you know that the average adult in the United States owns 19 pairs of shoes? When you buy shoes for every occasion, you should make sure that the shoes fit properly. If not, they can cause lasting foot damage.
You may be wondering how to tell if shoes fit. Here is a shoe fit guide, where you can learn how should shoes feel and how to tell if shoes are too small.
Get Your Feet Measured
When you buy a new pair of shoes, you should always make sure to shop in-store rather than online. Although you may have a good idea of your shoe size, sometimes it differs slightly between brands or types of shoe.
Ask to get your feet professionally measured when you visit the store. Once you have an accurate measurement, you can try on shoes in your size range that will fit more accurately. You should also measure the width of your feet in case you need special sizing.
Try Going Up or Down Half a Size
Sometimes you may think you have your correct shoe size, but when you try on the shoe, you may still feel discomfort. A quick way to check for a good fit is by sliding your finger in the back of the shoe.
If your finger is too snug or too loose, try adjusting the size by half up or down. No matter what, if the shoe is too tight, you should buy half a size up. You should not rely on the shoes to stretch out over time.
Check for Discomfort When Walking
Even if the shoe fits when you sit down, you still need to get up and do the walking test. Walking around the store with the shoe gives you an accurate feeling of how comfortable the shoes are.
Remember, if there is any discomfort, then you should consider resizing or choosing a different brand of shoe. For instance, if you want a pair of sneakers, shop Adidas or another brand that is known for good athletic shoes that you can walk in for long periods of time.
Try on Both Shoes
Although it may tempt you to try on one shoe to save time, it is important that you put on both sports shoes. This makes the walking test much easier, and you can accurately get a feel for walking naturally in the shoes.
In addition, no one has two perfectly matching feet. You need to test that the fit is good for the width, length, and overall size of your two feet in the shoes.
Learn How to Tell If Shoes Fit
When you buy a new pair of shoes, you should not have to worry about purchasing the wrong size. With this shoe fit guide, you can feel confident and comfortable in your new pair of kicks.
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