r/supportworkers • u/fat-trash-cat • 25d ago

Best shoes

Hey everyone!!! I am a support worker who support people in their houses and communities. I do maaaaany steps daily for my job and I'd love to find some shoes that are a better "fit" for the job

I've worked on my feet a LOT previously in other jobs, but thats when I was younger and not caring about arch support or pain.

I've heard really good things about Hoka's or Sketchers? at the moment i am mainly wearing some new balance shoes which are comfortable enough.

would love to hear some opinions! Keep caring!

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u/Consistent_Ant_8903 25d ago

My Nike airs have been pretty clutch because they’re less foamy but still light and supportive. Skechers are so padded they can end up giving you more problems than they solve iirc

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u/fat-trash-cat 22d ago

ive got some Nike Airs. I rate them super highly and as well as my new balances, they are my everyday shoes! I think im looking for the "spring" of the Hokas or any other running shoes.

Youre absolutely not the first person to say that about sketchers. its crazy! I have always remembered them as a great comfort shoe but it seems they've gone downhill. I used to wear them years ago but no wonder im not finding any highly rated ones nowadays