Don't Let Standing Get You Down: The Best Shoes for Walking on Hard Surfaces

By , Vionic Shoes
We’ve all heard the song, “The foot bone’s connected to the leg bone. The leg bone’s connected to the knee bone…” And it’s true! The study of biomechanics has proven that everything is interconnected, and when there’s a misalignment in one part of the body, it can travel up your body and affect other areas. What causes this misalignment? Prolonged periods of standing or walking on concrete can cause the foot to over-pronate, resulting in the ankle rolling inwards and the arch collapsing. That’s why it’s so important to wear the best shoes for standing on concrete when you’re constantly walking on hard surfaces.



Vionic Medical Director Terry Mitchell explains what happens to your body when standing or walking on hard surfaces: “Wearing unsupportive shoes can cause pronation, where your feet roll inward too much. This causes an internal rotation of your lower legs, flexing of your knees and forward tilting of your hips. This, in turn, can lead to increased low-back joint compression and curvature of your spine.”


 
Two important features to look for in a shoe if you’re spending a lot of time on hard, flat surfaces are arch support–to help align your feet and improve your foot posture–and cushioning, especially in the heel, for shock absorption. The Orthaheel Technology® in Vionic Shoes was developed specifically to address this problem of walking and standing on flat surfaces by helping to restore the foot’s natural arch and align the body from the ground up. Here are our picks for the best shoes for standing on concrete all day:










Download our free standing guide for stretches, exercises and expert tips for people who stand all day. Also, check out our recommendations for the best shoes for standing all day.
 

About Vionic Footwear
Developed by Phillip Vasyli, renowned Australian podiatrist and founder of Orthaheel® Technology, Vionic shoes help restore natural foot function and relieve heel pain, promoting a more active lifestyle. Vionic’s footwear and orthotic inserts are also endorsed by noted integrative medicine expert, Dr. Andrew Weil. For additional information about Vionic, please visit VionicShoes.com.