By Rehan Iqbal Shoe choices are extremely important. Choose the wrong pair for work, and you could be on your back or out of a job before you know what hit you. Choose the wrong pair for social needs, and embarrassing moments can make you wish you could hide in your basement for the rest of […]
Rehan Iqbal
After undergoing quite a few sports injuries while playing football and rugby, Rehan has a good understanding on foot and leg issues. He writes with his own experiences in overcoming the pain. In his free time, he enjoys outdoor activities like running and hiking.
11 Best Non Slip Restaurant Work Shoes for Servers
By Rehan Iqbal Whether you work at a hip, trendy fast food joint or a fine dining establishment, it’s an absolute fact that you’ll be on your feet for most of the day (or night). It doesn’t matter if you are a waiter, server, host, manager or the trusted bartender, all these types of jobs can […]
6 Best Walking Shoes for Flat Feet With Support
By Rehan Iqbal I am often asked in my specialist running store what the best shoe is for walking for people with flat feet. I explain that people with flat feet often need more from their footwear than simply cushioning alone. Because the arch of the foot naturally collapses inward, the foot can roll excessively (overpronation), […]
Slip-Proof Your Steps: Are Your Shoes Non-Slip?
By Rehan Iqbal Non-slip or slip-resistant shoes prevent injuries by providing the wearer with extra traction, drastically reducing the chance of an injury from a fall. People who work in the food services industry, construction, medical facilities, basically any environment where a wet or greasy floor can be a risk, should wear footwear that’s designed to […]
9 Best Shoe Insoles for Standing All Day
By Rehan Iqbal Anyone with flat feet and plantar fasciitis would know the problems of leading a normal life. Thankfully, you don’t have to deal with the nuisance that it is; it is quite possible to consider more affordable and effective treatment options such as quality shoe inserts that are supportive, comfortable, well-built and designed specifically […]
18 Best Shoes For Standing All Day Jobs
By Rehan IqbalThere’s a lot of information available about how to handle your body’s needs in a sit-on-your butt type of job. And there’s tons of info out there for the best types of shoes to realign your body if you’re expected to walk all day. But there’s not much discussion on what our body […]
What are the Best Shoes for CrossFit?
By Rehan Iqbal Looking for the best CrossFit shoes? If you’re new to telling literally everyone on social media that you love CrossFit, then you know how important it is to get a shoe that fits your body type, budget, and goals. The only way to know what works for you is to try, but since […]
12 Best Shoes For Walking Long Distances On Concrete Floors
By Rehan Iqbal Unyielding floors, such as concrete, are the most uncomfortable surfaces to work on. And if you’re required to stand or walk a lot for your career on hard floors, not wearing shoes suitable for concrete floors can cause serious foot problems that lead to further body injuries or chronic conditions. Footwear with a good […]
22 Best Non Slip Shoes That Won’t Let You ‘Down’
By Rehan Iqbal For mankind, the fight against gravity is a daily struggle. While we may have figured out how to keep massive metal planes in the air for hours, we still can’t help but consent when gravity calls. Enter non-slip shoes. At one point in our lives, we’ve all taken a serious topple that might […]
ASTM Slip Resistance Standards for Shoes
By Rehan Iqbal Beware if you work in a restaurant, hospital, nursing home or at a production plant or construction site. You probably can’t just wear any shoe you think is safe. Your employer will more than likely tell you to choose shoes that meet ASTM slip-resistance standards. Find out below what are the ASTM standards […]
