A3-24) Fat people and Walking
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This article is from the Big Folks Sports and Activities FAQ, by sharon@ecs.ox.ac.uk (Sharon Curtis) with numerous contributions by others.
A3-24) Fat people and Walking
Walking doesn't provide any problems for the fat person. The key
is to make sure you're comfortable. Make sure your boots fit,
your trousers won't chafe, and you've got good socks on.
Tip for breaking in boots - wear them on a hot day, walk through a
stream (get water inside them) and let them dry out on your feet if
possible - same as shrink-to-fit jeans I guess.
Some people recommend Thorlo socks.
Shoes recommended by some big folks include:
Natural Sport Cradle, Reeboks, Turntecs, Nikes, Nike Airs, Rockports,
Propets, San Antonio Shoes.
A lot of people recommend good running shoes or cross trainers, not
necessarily walking shoes. It also depends on the sort of walking
you're doing (hiking or shopping expeditions). Also some people like
the ones with air cushioning in the heel. Make sure you get shoes
that fit. If you have wide feet and you're female, some of the shoes
for men have wider fittings.
If you suffer from back pain, and this is sometimes brought on by
walking and having to support a large tummy, then you may wish to
get some suitable exercises from a physical therapist, both to strengthen
the back and abdominal muscles, and for stretching before walking.
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