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Should I Be Wearing Shoes When Working Out?

JustAnotherGirlSuzanne
Posts: 932 Member
Hello!
I'm three days into Jillian's 30 Day Shred and I was just wondering if I should be working out with shoes on? I live in a basement apartment so the ceilings aren't that high. I'm a little concerned that with shoes my hands might hit the roof while I'm doing my jumping jacks if I add any more height. I also like that my feet stay cool that way.
The floors are carpet and I haven't had any issues so far. I'd just like to make sure I'm doing it right.
Thanks!
I'm three days into Jillian's 30 Day Shred and I was just wondering if I should be working out with shoes on? I live in a basement apartment so the ceilings aren't that high. I'm a little concerned that with shoes my hands might hit the roof while I'm doing my jumping jacks if I add any more height. I also like that my feet stay cool that way.

The floors are carpet and I haven't had any issues so far. I'd just like to make sure I'm doing it right.
Thanks!
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Do what makes you feel good! As long as you don't feel your feet, knees or back are getting injured or over-stressed, then you should be fine.0
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Found this older thread
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/457235-can-i-exercise-without-shoes0 -
I know a lot of people that workout barefoot. People love Vibrams because they are close to being barefoot. I have done Insanity a few times without shoes. As long as you don't feel any discomfort in your joints (or anywhere), you should be fine.0
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I think as long as you're not feeling any foot/ankle/leg pain you're probably ok. I'm assuming there must be carpeting or you're using some sort of mat in which case there's probably enough cushioning for it to be ok. I much prefer working out barefoot at home as it allows for better movement.0
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That's awesome everyone! Thank you!
And thanks for the link to the previous thread. I'm sorry to double post a question!0
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