Saturday, December 1, 2007

Lace your shoes for a better fit

For serious walkers,the way you tie your trainers can be critical in treating foot problems.Protect your feet with this guide.

Problem:slipping heel
Solution:create lace lock
Use one lace,thread in a criss cross pattern.Stop at second last eyelet.Thread each end into top eyelet on same side,making two loops.Pull each end tight through loop on opposing side,tie double knot.

Problem:Narrow foot
Solution:Lock laces halfway
Use one lace.Thread in a crisscross pattern.Stop midway.Thread each lace through next eyelet on same side,making two loops.Pull each end through loop on opposing side.Continue criss-cross tie.

Problem:Toe pain
Solution:Elevate the laces
Use one lace.Thread from top right hand eyelet straight to bottom left.Leave enough lace to tie on top.Criss-cross from the bottom back up to the top.Repeat with a second lace on the other side;tie double knot.

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