Ballet flats or trending trainers? An illustrated guide to what your shoes are really doing to your body

Best shoe styles for foot health

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Ballet flats or trending trainers? An illustrated guide to what your shoes are really doing to your body

By Lakeisha Goedluck

3 months ago

7 min read

Ballet flats or kitten heels? Retro trainers or chunky ankle boots? There’s more to your daily shoe choice than meets the eye. Here, a top podiatrist and an experienced footwear designer unpick exactly how each style can affect your body – and how to know which style will work best for you.


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