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Generally, our feet are the parts of the body that suffer most when we are away from home. They say that prevention is the cure, and that certainly is the case here. We recommend you to bring different types of shoes for hiking (for both mountaineering experts and casual trekkers), footwear for walking along the beach, and even ones ideal for walking on rocky areas.
All those who want to experience nature can now have the feeling of walking barefoot in the mountains. For you, I recommend the shoes called Barefoot. If you’re not familiar with them, they’re a bit like a sock that’s shaped to fit your toes and soles. No doubt, their main advantage is comfort. With them, you can feel the ground you’re walking on without a fear of slipping, thanks to its adherents and resistance capabilities that can withstand the weight of a person on a slope. I first saw Barefoot shoes in New Zealand when they were still rather uncommon and thought them a strange but extraordinary idea.
For hiking at a more casual level or strolling down the street, there are a number of specialty brands. For example Callaghan Adaptaction and Geox are known for their comfort, quick adaptation to one’s feet, and breathable, flexible soles. But they are not cheap. But if you are not used to walking much in your normal daily routine and don’t have shoes that are already broken in, these shoes could be very useful. And as an added bonus, both Adaptaction Callaghan as Geox are very lightweight.
However, I prefer the Gore-Tex brand. No doubt they are very hard, resistant shoes, yet they are also very flexible and allow you to walk for hours. They put slight pressure on your ankles, which give them extra support. They’re made of waterproof and breathable materials.
Here are some keys to avoid possible injury: It is important when planning the trip to remember to bring appropriate footwear so you protect your feet and knees.
- Tip # 1: Bring sneakers or boots that are broken in and adapted perfectly to the shape of your foot. If you want to bring others, make sure you use them well for few days before the trip.
- Tip # 2: Use socks that cover your ankles. This small amount of pressure will help protect your ankle from sprains or strains.
- Tip # 3: It is necessary that you can move your toes comfortably. And that you don’t feel pressure at any other point.
- Tip # 4: It is very helpful to keep dressings and bandages on hand. You’ll avoid infections and these wounds won’t be a problem for the rest of the trip.
- Tip # 5: It is important to step with care. A stone in the road or puddle could cause you injury. If that happens, you might want to apply a heat or cold treatment.
- Tip # 6: Stretch your ankles and calves before and after a walk. This can help prevent muscle soreness.
- Tip # 7: Once you’ve got your good shoes on, I advise you to go out and enjoy the scenery.
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