The right shoes can make all the difference

Check out these great ideas for keeping your feet on the ground

Tripping over your own 2 feet can be frustrating ... and lead to serious consequences.   Whether you are dealing with slippery soles, stretched out uppers or infamous and dangerous flip flops, what you put on your feet to stand up may be the thing that brings you down. 





Today, new slip-in technology means walking shoes are easy to get on and off and don't wear down at the heal.  No more shoehorns needed!  You can find one of my favorites at this link:


Ladies' Walking Shoes on Amazon Men's Walking Shoes on Amazon


Slippers and house shoes need to be easy to get on and off but when you wear slippers on the stair's watch out!  Consider adjustable heal and toe straps to ensure the right fit.  Here is a fun style to consider:



Ladies' Slipper on Amazon Men's Slipper on Amazon

Don't pass up a chance to get dressed up every now and then.  There are many fashionable dress shoes today that give you all the confidence you need to get out and about.  Look at this great option with a wide toe box and low heal:

Ladies' Dress Shoe on Amazon Men's Dress Shoe on Amazon

Tut tut it looks like rain... so be sure to be ready.  Whether due to rain, snow or maybe just some exuberant gardening, you need to make sure you are wearing boots with non-slip soles, so you don't slip on wet pavement.  Consider rain boots and sturdy snow boots for winter if you are in a colder climate.  Here are some great options:

Ladies' Winter Boot on Amazon Men's Winter Boot on Amazon
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