Below, we break down how Reshod® shoes support walkers dealing with foot pain and share one customer’s story that many walkers find helpful when choosing the right pair.

Understanding Foot Pain and Walking Shoes

Foot pain can stem from many causes, including:

• Metatarsal pain or inflammation
• Tendon injuries
• Neuromas
• Plantar forefoot pressure
• The need for custom or thick orthotics

Choosing the right walking shoe isn’t just about cushioning, it’s about fit, toe box space, heel stability, sole structure, and drop. Reshod Walking Shoes are designed specifically for walkers, not runners, and offer features that many people with foot pain require.

Two Walking Shoe Styles, One Shared Upper Design

Reshod® Walking Shoes offers two main styles that share a similar upper construction but differ significantly in their midsole and outsole design. This allows walkers to choose based on their walking technique and support needs.

• Coach Carmen® Race Walk Shoe – Designed for fast walking or light trail hiking with a zero-drop profile, firm sole, and resilient toe foam for cushioning and propulsion.
• Reshod® Pushover® Walking Shoe – Ideal for power walkers and fitness walkers who want stability, durability, and comfort for longer distances or varied terrain. This shoe has a fixed rocker, which allows walkers to roll forward without flexing the forefoot.  Podiatrists will sometimes recommend this to patients that need to protect a toe joint or forefoot injury.

Both styles feature:

• A generous toe box to reduce pressure and accommodate forefoot issues
• A secure heel fit to prevent slipping and irritation
• A low-profile design that promotes natural walking motion

A Customer Story: Walking Pain Free Again

The following story comes from Monica, a lifelong race walker who found relief after years of foot pain. Her experience highlights how the right walking shoe can make a meaningful difference.

“Racewalking has been a huge part of my life since 1989. Once I learned the proper techniques, I was hooked…”

Monica progressed from 5K races to marathons and spent decades walking pain free—until 2016, when she suffered a torn tendon beneath the second toe of her left foot. The injury caused the metatarsal bone head to drop, creating intense pain that felt like walking on a jelly bean.

After 18 months of home remedies, a podiatrist diagnosed the issue and prescribed a thick custom orthotic to offload pressure from the metatarsal head. Unfortunately, that orthotic would not fit in any of Monica’s existing walking shoes.

Finding a zero-drop walking shoe suitable for race walking that could also accommodate a thick orthotic proved nearly impossible—until she discovered Reshod Walking Shoes.

“I tried almost 20 different pairs of shoes, all returned. I finally learned about Reshod Shoes through an internet search… There was no break-in period required. They fit like a glove the first time I put them on.”

Monica found that Reshod® shoes provided:

• Ample space for her orthotic and foot
• A stable, sturdy sole
• A secure heel and roomy toe box
• Effortless toe-off with zero drop

“Once I received my Reshod shoes in 2018, walking again became completely pain free.”

She went on to complete the 2019 Disneyland Paris Half Marathon, finishing 20 minutes faster than her best training time with no foot pain.

“I now own both blue shoes and red shoes. I would highly recommend them as they are the best shoes I have ever worn.”