Shoe Sizing Techniques: Traditional vs. Natural
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- Dr. Ray McClanahan discusses traditional vs. natural shoe sizing techniques. The most conventional and popular way of obtaining your shoe size has been the Brannock Device®. Dr. Ray demonstrates how to use the Brannock Device and explains why it’s not the best tool for obtaining your shoe size. He also introduces a better way to size your feet with the Shoe Liner Test ™.
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Interesting to see the Brannock device. These used to be in all shoe store when I was a child in the 1970s and always fitted standing up. But in my teen years the shoe salespeople started measuring sitting down. But they could never give me shoes I could wear. I was always being told to ,"stretch" the shoes. Consequently I developed bunions from badly fitting shoes, and started making my own judgement on fit. I'm looking forward to getting barefoot shoes now.
Very informative video. I've always had to get shoes several sizes larger just to accommodate the width of my toes.
FANTASTIC video. Learned a ton from this. Great explanation sir.
As a schoolboy I saw old shoes and old shoe replicas of the American colonial era and was stunned. They looked like baby shoes in their shape and design. I recall staring and wondering why. When I asked my teachers I never got a real answer other than that was how they made shoes hundreds of years ago.
It is definitely a little stunning. Inertia in shoe design has been harming our feet for centuries. We're looking forward to a whole new generation of shoes that respects the natural shape of feet. Hopefully this video can be part of that change--thanks for checking it out!
Great info! Your videos, and correct toes, has really helped improve my foot problems. I can't imagine wearing old-school type shoes anymore; I got rid of everything that doesn't work the way you describe here.
Ditto!
So glad that we've been able to help!
YOU ARE A GENIUS
NOW I KNOW WHY I WEAR MY FOOTWEAR ONE SIZE TOO BIG
BECAUSE I AM COMPENSATING FOR MY END OF TOES WIDTH IN SHOES / BOOTS THAT ARE WRONGLY MANUFACTURED
THANK YOU
THIS WILL HELP ME IF I CAN FIND A MANUFACTURER THAT PRODUCES HIKING BOOTS LIKE YOU SAY lol ...
Great information. thank you
Wow! So revealing. Thanks.
another helpful video….thanks
This is a life changer. Thank you
Your Correct Toes provided instant pain relief. I thought I was wearing good for feet shoes because I’d had foot pain off and on since teen years. I was wrong. Those good for feet shoes taper at the toe box like most shoes do. Now I’m buying Lems and wearing Correct Toes. It’s wonderful to walk again without pain!
We're so happy to hear that--it is such an honor to be able to be part of people's recoveries. Have a wonderful, pain-free, holiday season!
Northwest Foot & Ankle thank you!!
I second that! I transitioned to more minimalist shoes way to soon, like Vibram Five fingers, and developed metatarsalgia, and it had been a year of relapses etc, even wearing highly cushioned structured shoes, I was wondering, what's going on??? Figuring out that my little toe had been squished by wearing tight fit Basketball shoes and traditional running shoes and my big toe pointed inwards slightly and hearing about the tripod concept in barefoot lifting (squats and deadlifts), my feet were weak and literally out of shape. Been wearing them for a month, it's been amazing, because I can walk barefoot with them at home (laminate floor) with out pain and also wear minimalist shoes like vivobarefoot shoes out and about with no pain, just when it gets tired I get a niggle but that's it compared to before, it's hardly anything!
TheKak I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe.
I got it in my about tab.
Ouch that Brooks insole is very telling. Most mainstream shoes have narrow toeboxes unfortunately. Your website has been a great resource I often refer people to.
It really is quite telling. It is such a shame that even the "wide" shoes on the market can still deform our feet. Fortunately, we're seeing more and more healthy shoes on the market. In the meantime, we're glad that our website has been a helpful resource for you. Have a wonderful holiday season!
Thank you for all you do. Now we just need to get some safety shoes made this way. It does not matter if they are steel or composite. Athletes are wearing extreme tight shoes as well. Lems are my favorite. Keep up the good work, and continue making videos.
I'd check out this Otz Conody Boot or the Vivobarefoot Tracker if you're interested in finding a safety shoe that is a little more rugged. otzshoes.com/collections/boots-men/products/mens-conody-boot or www.correcttoes.com/men-s-vivobarefoot-tracker-fg-u-s-shipping-only.html Thanks for checking out the video!
I'd love to be able to find some industrial safety boots as well. Normal safety boots feel crippling after only a short time on site.
Check out Nick's boots. They're spendy ($500+), but they size your feet and make each pair custom for you. And they're some of the highest quality and toughest work boots that you can buy.
thank you best presentation on sizing shoes
wishing you and yours the very best
thank you and same as well to you and yours!
I have Metatarsalgia Intermetatarsal Neuromas , terrible pain. That being said you are 100% correct ! I developed Metatarsalgia
from my toes being crunched up. Thank you for this video. PS: I wear those toe separators when sleeping , I also massage the damaged nerves.
Should not wear correct toes when you rest. Its meant to be used when you are active!
I use the sockliner test & press the insole to the foot & look in a mirror held towards the bottom or under the foot. If you see the foot, the shoe is too narrow. I find the new Zoom Flys/VaporFlys quite wide in the forefoot but redundant upper. I think they made the last for African runners' feet, who obviously were barefoot most of their lives, hence the wider shoe.
That's a great technique--thanks for sharing and for checking out the video!
The science behind this is incredible.
Unlike the absence of science behind the globe earth model. I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. Link in my about tab.
@@flat-earther dont care
It’s very much about design - it would be so wonderfull if it was much more possible to find shoes that really honor a natural position of the toes - and thank you very much for the very clear info 🙏🌷
Thank you for this video. Do we need to account for the crown height of the foot and if so, how do we go about measuring that and incorporating it into finding our size? Thank you.
I'm looking forward to receiving my comfort toes.
Fantastic
Great video, thanks for the tips I am in a dilemma though.i have plantar fasciitis in both feet, a bunion on my left big toea and metatarsalgia on my bunion foot. I have been wearing arch supports for many years and narrow shoes as well as regular socks. All of these were compounding the problem, ( unbeknownst to me) raising my heel and forcing my weight on the ball of my foot. I am trying to find asymmetrical socks as well as more clog like shoes. I have on my feet working since 19, on hard surfaces. I am now 60. Thank you for letting me know I have been doing and wearing the wrong things for some 30 years.
We understand your pain and the difficulties with shoes. It is never too late to adapt or even minimize pain. Please use us as a resource as you need, you can find more information on our webiste at correcttoes.com
Hello doctor I wanted to order Lems shoes along with my correct toes from your site. I had compartment syndrome on one leg therefore I highly depend on a shoe with good cushion around my ankle and sole support. For example I would suffer walking on a vans or converse type of shoe. I currently wear adidas boost and I love the comfort I feel however I do understand now that it is not the appropriate shoe for my bunions. Can you please suggest something from your site that would suit me best.
What size in Lems does Dr. McClanahan wear for a size 10.5 foot?
OK, this was an education. I can see why so many people have issues with aching feet. I appreciate the info and also the list of shoes on the recommended list. There are plenty of casual options on the list. However, not so many for dress wear and so my question is... If we have to buy a pair of dressier Oxford, Black Cap etc shoes which are really built around the "brannock" way of measuring, what are our best options? Go 1/2 size wider than the measurement we get on the brannock device? Go longer and wider?
Hi Mark, thanks for watching the video :) We completely agree- there is a need for more foot healthy dress shoe options! If you're not finding a suitable, fully foot-healthy option from the shoe lists on our website, we recommend looking for shoes that are flat from heel to toe, flexible, and widest at the tips of the toes (which can certainly be difficult to find within the dress shoe category). We are always happy to give feedback if there's a particular shoe you're interested in, too.
Here is a more in-depth explanation of what to look for: www.correcttoes.com/foot-help/shoes-101/
Best of luck and thanks for reaching out!
@@correcttoes THanks!
Help with Basketball shoes!?!?! I'm just conceding for now, since there isn't anything out there that emulates a real foot shape basketball shoe that I just have to go a size and a half up? I'm normally a 10.5 in Altra shoe (thank God they exist 😂) and I figured that I have to go up to 12 in under armour and Adidas, this to accommodate my feets width and also when the shoe starts to tapper (ie trying to align my toes with it also most bball shoes seem to have an extra shoelace hole now like may running shoes so I can get a bit of a lockdown). There is a lot of dead space at the front but I figure since the rest of the feet is secured down it won't matter as much? What are your thoughts?
Does that mean populations that do not wear shoes do not encounter issues such as bunions and claw toes? Since you attribute it all to modern shoes? Thanks.
Cutting edge shoe measuring techniques
Even on the lems insole your foot hung out around a cm
Great video makes sense. I’m trying to get sized for work boots. Current size I have left foot fits comfortably snug but right foot seems a bit too snug. Did the sock liner test and left foot seems perfect but right foot spilling over a bit. I did try the next size up but way too big. Tried the next size up in a narrower width still too much. Then I ended up with current size.
Like I said left foot is very comfortable but right foot isn’t. There’s a 30 day west guarantee from Red Wing and I’m coming up on the 30 days in 5 days. I’ve been wearing them daily to break them in. After wearing them for a couple of hours I’m not happy with the fit on the right foot. Seems like my toes are more compressed than the left foot.
Any suggestions? Thanks!
You might benefit from removing the liners out completely. This will give you 1-2mm of room within the shoe. This may be all the room you need. If this is still not helpful I do recommend checking out alternative brands. From the looks of it, the brand Red Wing does not fit the shape and width recommendations. They tapper and are narrow at the toes than at the ball of the foot. Check out brands such as Lems, Altra, Vivobarefoot, Birkenstock, and/or our Instagram/Facebook page for more recommendations and shoe reviews.
Hi is there anybody from London with related to topic problems?
I can't put up with NHS msk services.
Am a big fan of barefoot shoes, have a big toe issue at the moment with my MTPJ sticking out and up a little, I think caused by running on my toes uphill in barefoot Altra shoes (first few times wearing barefoot shoes for exercise rather than everyday). Not sure what to do now as I don't know whether I need to revert to a more supportive conventional shoe to allow it to heal or whether to go for toe separators in my usual barefoots! I would prefer the lateral but physio and podiatrist recommend more supportive. Any advice would be greatly appreciated 👍
Hi there, happy to help. As far as your specific diagnosis I am unable to recommend a treatment plan. We strongly encourage slow gradual transition into natural, minimal, zero drop footwear. This includes activity as well! Always ask the advice of your professional provider, if you would like to meet with one of ours at NW Foot and Ankle/Correct Toes feel free to give us a call to schedule a virtual or in-person visit. This allows us to answer any specific questions and work out a plan best suited to your needs and wants.
But what about shoes where the sock liners are glued in? You can't remove them and test like you showed.
You can superimpose your foot on the shoe of the opposite foot.
Start sharing info like this with friends and family members
Pauly I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe. Link in my about tab.
Also share it with your friends and family members for them to first criticize and possibly thank you in the end when they realize it.
I've looked at over a dozen brands that support natural foot shapes. Not a single one of them makes shoes for people with extra wide feet. And almost none even make wide width shoes. Growing up I often bought shoes 1.5 sizes to big just to get enough width to not squish the base of my pinky toe. Even then they still tapered my toes from their natural separation. And that stupid Brannock device kept saying my feet were regular width. Not a shoe on the planet I can wear Correct Toes with unless I buy clown shoes. Thanx fer nothin shoe industry.
I get you. I also have difficulty finding shoes that don't squeeze my toes.
BTW hardcorestymie I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe.
I got it in my about tab.
Could you please address why you measured while wearing toe separators? It seems wearing them would give you a significantly wider measurement than how your toes would sit naturally in shoes without them. Unless you where toe separators in your shoes everyday, it seems to not be a real life measurement. Please help me understand! I came across your video while researching how to measure using the brannock device. I have a wider than average toe box and longer than average toes. Lasts used to make mass produce roller skates don't fit the profile of my feet so I'm getting a couple pairs custom made. After viewing this I checked and yes width at toe tips (without toe separators) is slightly wider than my ball of foot width. May make for an odd looking roller skate boot!
A foot with Correct Toes on represents the way a natural foot should look. This is how feet would look if people didn't wear narrow shoes with tapered toe boxes for decades that squeezed their toes in narrower than the ball of the foot. A baby's foot is widest at the tips of the toes and only changes shape after wearing conventional footwear for many years. It may look funny, but flat and flexible footwear widest at the tips of the toes allows your feet to be stable, strong, and functional.
I agree. Unfortunately now my foot is widest at the ball, not at the toe. If I wear shoes according to the width from the Correct Toes, then my toes will have a huge empty space in the toe box unless I wear the Correct Toes every day. Do you suggest I wear the toe spacers every day??? 😅
I’m curious - were you able to show the 3-D scanning people the flaw in their method? It seems like 3-D scanning/printing technology has the potential to allow for easy custom-sizing of shoes, but it would be a shame if it perpetuated the tapered-toe design feature that you so rightly call out.
We've reached out to them and are very excited to connect with them. We definitely agree with you about the potential of the technology, so hopefully we'll be able to make sure that they are making shoes that truly conform to people's natural foot shape. Thanks for checking out the video!
Even in the "barefoot" shoes, my forefoot is wider than the liner and small and big toe are spilling over.
What shoes are even wider than that? I still am searching for footwear, that is wider and really gives my toes the freedom they need.
Try Softstar Shoes or custom shoes
I have had big feet since being a child and always had to squeeze my feet into girls shoes. By the age 15 I wore male runners as female shoes did not go to my size. This is still the case 35 yrs on from then and I have hammer toes forming and even have bunions on both feet. Considering surgery until I have seen this and other videos you have showing exercises, which I will commence immediately. On a recent trip to CA (I am from in Australia) I bought a pair of Altaro (mens, as no women's in my size) Size 10 (I would go up to 10.5 in my next pair). They are the best thing! The only problem is that I have a W13 feet and to wear socks and spreaders I fear would increase my size even further and I am very conscious of the size of my feet. It is very common for others to comment. Although, I am at the point that I would rather comment on my big feet and my feet be corrected and pain free.
Do you know of any stockists that cater for W13 please?
Hi there,
I am unsure of a specific brand that carries W13. We at Correct Toes actually recommend men's shoes. It is not uncommon for women's shoes to be too narrow and small. We encourage you to embrace any shoe that works and fits for your specific foot. Try the men's shoes and another trick would be to remove the shoe liner(the factory liner). This will provide more room for your feet. Before trying shoes with the correct toes, we encourage you to ensure they're the proper fit by utilizing the "shoe liner test," this can also be found on our page. The brands Altra, Vivobarefoot, Bearfoot shoes, Xero shoes, are a great place to start. Please visit our website at correcttoes.com to check out other shoe brands.
@@correcttoes thank you for this information. I will look into the brands you mention and keep doing my best to embrace my big feet! Even if I have to wear men’s. being active is very important for me and to lose that just because of the wrong fitting shoes would be awful. I have come across a brand which follow this natural foot shape called Splay also.
Many thanks again. 🤗
I wish Red Wing and other big makers of work boots would watch this video and learn from it.
What size were the Lems?
Thanks so much for this video and all your work. It seems that we have something in common. I have wide feet with high insteps creating large volume. Unfortunately, I'm seeing almost no barefoot shoe companies that support wide large volume feet. So, even though I'm able to feel the ground better, my toes are still a bit tight in them. I have a minor big toe bunions on both feet and a moderate tailor bunion on one from years of wearing shoes that didn't fit properly - even though I always bought wides. Just as you showed, wides aren't wide enough for us. Any recommendations for wide barefoot shoes?
Yes of course, we'll name a few here, however, please feel free to check out our website, Instagram, or Facebook for constant updates on shoe reviews and recommendations.
Shoe brands- Altra, Lems, Softstar, Freet, Feel Grounds
@@correcttoes Thanks so much for your response. I've got a pair of Freets that I really like and I've ordered a few more. But I'd still appreciate a bit more toe room in them. I will consider Lems. They look well made although they've admittedly reduced the width on most of their models which is going on the wrong direction. I haven't yet looked at Altra. Unfortunately, the other brands have very limited selection that aren't appropriate for winter. And very unfortunately, none of these offer varying widths within models.
@@johnatyoutube We understand your struggle! One other valuable place to check is anyasreviews.com/. Anaya has both a store and blog where she goes into great detail on barefoot shoes! Altra has a few "wide" versions of their already wider line. Softstar has definitely been one of the widest pairs seen. You might also consider bearfoot, a brand that specializes in the gym shoes but that we highly recommend.
@@correcttoes Thanks so much!
@@correcttoes Altra shoes are getting narrower every year, btw. I was comfortably wearing the men's Altra Cayd (I'm a female with wide feet) for several years, then noticed my favorite Cayds were constricting my toes. I went to buy new Altras and NONE of them were wide enough for my feet (now 2E). Others have commented the same in Zappos reviews, etc.
I wear a mens size 17D looking for some good insoles for working i do custom machining work and on concrete all day
I am noticing there are few or no options for people who need steel toes or do extended standing. Belleville / Tactical Research has the Mini-Mil but it's not steel toe.
@@eve4492 Try "Whites" or "Nicks" boots ,both make custom work boots, made in the USA. Go in for a fitting .
@@rainerrain9689 thanks for the suggestion but these are very, very far from the kind of shoes Dr. McClanahan is speaking of. They have high heels and skinny toes. Maybe watch the video?
@@eve4492 You can have boots with heels, its how the foot fits in the boot that matters, like laying the foot flat with no drop which takes the pressure off the ball of foot,and wider at the front so toes are able to spread into their natural position . They make Custom boots to your specifications. Maybe you should look /read on what CUSTOM means !
I have a problem with haglund heel. Is there a way to reverse this condition without surgery?
I also have haglund heal on both heals. Is there anything I can do to help the condition?
agnesstarchild I suggest watch a 13 part series called _What on earth happened_ by Ewaranon to learn that the earth is not a globe.
I got it in my about tab.
My podiatrist recommends shoes that have a stiff toebox to limit my big toe bending because I suffer from Hallux Limitus. But you recommend flexible shoes. Which one should I buy 😅
It is always best to speak with your provider, you're more than welcome to schedule a remote visit with one of our podiatrists as well. It's hard to say one thing fixes all people, we stand behind the fact that people are unique so I cannot answer medical-grade questions. Our general recommendation would be flexible shoes to allow for strength but someone with an injury may benefit from something different. We wish we could provide you more but please visit with a natural podiatrist to discuss further treatment.
@@correcttoesThanks for the feedback 😊
now comes the REAL issue. If I wear a medium width my heel and the the mid foot remain too loose. Even the Best made sandals are too loose. Meanwhile I have yet to find a shoe that is wide enough at the toes, even those designed "natural".
How about the thought that the width needs to be a measure at the circumference of the midfoot? In essence I would need an A width heel with an A or B width mid foot and an E width toe box.
The next question is why the medical industry has not changed the entire industry to conform to the physical design of the foot? Anything less is actually foot binding which was outlawed in every country that performed it.
Last, There are some of us that WORK for a living. We wear boots that are designed for safety, steel toes, metatarsal support and protection, electrically insulate, non slip and VERY EXPENSIVE boots that still cramp the toes. I would give a guess that no one will be re-designing them at all.
Try "Whites" or "Nicks" boots ,both make custom work boots, made in the USA. Go in for a fitting .
What do you do if a shoe doesn’t have a removable foot bed?
Great question! We recommend taking the shoe and flipping it over, superimpose your foot on the opposite shoe. This way is a bit less accurate but the idea remains, you'll want your foot to fit within the outsole.
@@correcttoes thanks for the response turning shoe over is hard because the sole is wider than the inside of the shoe.
With leather shoes should your feet still fit the same with the insert test? Most say leather shoes should be snug.
@@MarcP5267 Yes, flipping the shoe over won't be as accurate but it is your best bet at visualizing the shape.
We do not support the idea of "snug" or shoe specific sizing. Unless they are sport specific such as rock climbing, however we stand by stating these shoes are not healthy and should be used in moderation. We are looking for a healthy shoe to fit your foot and allow it to splay naturally. For leather shoes we say the same, always check with the shoe liner to determine proper fit.
If I have to measure my shoes width with the spacer, I should wear wider than an extra wide, 4E.
No New Balance or Hoka comes with wider than 4E. Especially my tennis shoes. No tennis shoes in the world comes with wider than 4E.
What do I do 😢
To start we don't recommend New Balance or Hoka at all. They don't have the correct shape to accommodate Correct Toes so we don't suggest using them at all, especially with Correct Toes. Diving further into our practice and the reason for Correct Toes we aim to provide a natural, non-invasive approach to foot health. This means natural shape as well, traditional shoes do not provide this. You can view our online sites to find brands and more on what shoes we consider appropriate, such as Altra, Lems, Bearfoot, Vivobarefoot.
@@correcttoesThanks for the valuable information.
Do those brands also carry pickleball shoes? I really need pickleball shoes that conform your desired shape. 😅
@@jacobkowski7705 Unfortunately, we do not know of a specific pickleball shoe at this moment. It may be best to review "Anya's reviews" for tailored shoes.
Surely the problem here isn't the measuring, but the shape shoes are made?
It is definitely the shape but there are many other features that don't support natural foot shape and function.
I saw your post on Facebook. I've spent thousands on shoes and inserts. Im standing on hard floors all day working retail. What stores are known to sell shoes you would recommend? I'd rather buy in person than online.
REI carries Altra brand shoes, I would suggest to start there.
@@correcttoes
I have Metatarsalgia Intermetatarsal Neuromas . After I use your measurements ,Is it best to get running sneakers with
the lowest drop with a rocker or what ? Thanks.
Dr C do you have experience Alden’s Trubalance last? Pretty roomy in the forefront.
@@correcttoes And only ugly colors in wide toe box
@@marywiggins7411 We'd recommend finding a brand that works for you, brands are expanding to provide many options.
Do any of these companies make shoes for wide feet? I don’t mean correctly-sized toe boxes for normal width feet. If a shoe only comes in one width for a given length then it won’t fit people whose feet are on either end of the bell curve. I looked and neither Altra nor Lems make shoes for wide feet. I’m “lucky” and my toes splay nice and wide so I don’t need correction using the toe spreading device. But that means I’ve never found shoes that fit, aside from flip flops. My best fit is ASICS EEEE, but my pinky toes blow a hole in the side after about 1 year because the toe box still isn’t wide enough.
Altra now makes a "wide" version of a few of their models. I recommend paying them a visit!
@@correcttoes Thanks for pointing that out. I contacted Altra's customer service in 2018 and at that time they had no plans for wide variant. I'll definitely check them out again.
@@mpoisot I should also mention Softstar and, though it can be expensive, custom shoes. Softstar is one of the widest brand shoes we've come across and Laughingcrowe.com is a local(portland, OR) shop that aligns with our concepts of function and healthy feet.
Wow I'm not the only one who thinks shoes are too narrow! They squeeze my toes. I wish I could find shoes that are shaped like a foot and not an arrow.
If you need help finding shoes, our website offers a few different brand options. There are also shoe reviews/recommendations on our Facebook and Instagram pages. correcttoes.com/
Where can we find shoes to fit our feet properly
It depends upon your feet Judi. Many people purchase online if they don't have local stores that stock natural footwear. We have footwear available at www.correcttoes.com. We wish you good foot health Judi!
Northwest Foot & Ankle
What was between your toes - Some plastic ... ?
Hi Andrew! They are a pair of Correct Toes, which Dr. McClanahan designed (and which we now carry on our site and in the clinic). They're made of soft, flexible silicone and encourage the toes back into their natural alignment found at birth. Thanks for the question :)
I astutely reply ,
" Thank You Kind Sir :) "
@@andrewlinesjah4538 you're very welcome!
New Balance 877 to me are the best because they have a wide rounded toe area similar to the insole that fit you.
These definitely look much more like a human foot! A few other things to check for is the drop height and flexibility.
Ok doc I believe you, but wearing toe spreader when testing the sock liner test isn't very convincing when you say they aren't wide enough. And I'm sure most people who aren't totally onboard yet would agree.
The point of the shoe liner test with Correct Toes is to show you that with your foot in its natural alignment, your shoes are not wide enough. We are aiming at sharing the facts and providing help for those who want it.
My feet hurt even when barefeet. Ugh
Completely understand! We recommend treating your feet and their muscles like any other muscle in the body... you have to strength them! Start slow and listen to your body.
Looking at your feet I can see the problem. Your toes are really spread out. Which makes the width on the Brannock. I wonder if you were able to somehow measure where your toes are spread out to get the right width. Seems like most won’t have their toes spread out like yours are.
Why are the women’s shoes so ugly 😭😭😭
If the natural state of people's feet is with their toes splayed as adults, is this shown in old anthropological photos of tribal peoples?
Yes, you can even find images and stories from current times. A popular story can be found in the book Born to Run. You can also hear a bit of Dr.McClanahan's story of growing up in Africa and noticing the stark differences in foot health and strength. th-cam.com/video/aT7fLqJiOng/w-d-xo.html
@@correcttoes Hmm. Well, I looked up "Tarahumara Indians feet" in an image search and their feet look normal, like mine.
@@msd5808 Based on the photos we've looked up of "Tarahumara Indians feet" the feet are naturally shaped, widest at the tips of the toes, as we've mentioned. They also include photos of the footwear... and it does not compare to any conventional shoe on the market. www.google.com/search?q=Tarahumara+Indians+feet&rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS884US884&oq=Tarahumara+Indians+feet&aqs=chrome..69i57.836j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
This is NOT correct.
You will inevitably be given a shoe that is a size too large, if you measure the foot while standing.
You have to measure while standing, you don't walk on air !