Does anyone struggle in high heels?

avskk

I had a hard time with heels when I was super fat. Now that I'm "just" overweight I find that I can manage a lot better and more comfortably, though I do best with low heels in boot form -- pumps and/or higher heels are still a bit challenging. I also tend to blister less, even in regular shoes.

JTick

Weight never made a difference for me, I've never had a problem walking in heels. I do favor a thicker heel over a stiletto though...more comfy.

The best way to practice is to vacuum in them. The pivoting and such really helps you learn how to walk in them.

johnsonmikeee

"Women do love their high heels, but if you wear them all the time, significant foot pain and other problems can ensue, either as a direct result of the heels or exacerbated by them,"
Problems range from common concerns like bunions, corns, and calluses to more complex issues like misshapen hammertoes or that excruciating pain in the ball of the foot that seems to grow worse with each passing year.

1ZenGirl

I tend to fall flat on my a** when I'm walking in tennis shoes so heels are not something I wear often as much as I would love to.

MireyGal76

If you modify your walking style, it helps a lot.

Instead of walking heel-toe, where your heel strikes the ground first, step so that the ball of your foot touches first. Almost as if you are walking tippy toe.

It takes a bit of practice, but when you are putting the majority of the weight on the wider part of your foot, you don't lose your balance (or turn your ankle nearly so much)

I am at the point where I am safer walking in heels on ice and in snow than I am wearing winter boots.

Sovictorrious

I wear heels all the time. It also depends on the type of heel. Platform styles are in and they help with height.

skullshank

something something chloroform and duct tape...