A leading team member behind the awaken.com website, Henry Gellis is responsible for business strategy, raising funds, and implementing company-wide goals in order to find cutting-edge stress reduction technology utilizing all forms of media, from music and film to games and virtual reality. In his personal time, Henry Gellis enjoys power walking.

A type of exercise between leisurely walking and running, power walking provides an excellent cardio workout to help you stay in shape. As power walking is an aerobic exercise, perhaps the most important part of your power walking attire is what you have on your feet. A good pair of walking shoes helps prevent foot pain, sores, and potential injury. 

The shoes you choose should be light and flexible. You can test a shoe’s flexibility by bending it into the shape of the letter “U.” A good walking shoe bends easily around the ball of the foot, where your foot bends as you walk. While you want shoes that fit, you want to make sure they offer your feet enough breathing room. There should be about a thumb’s width between your big toe and the shoe’s front tip. 

A good walking shoe provides thick heel cushioning to prevent heal pain and discomfort while you walk. Your shoes should offer good support for your foot while still providing the breathability necessary to keep your feet as comfortable and sweat-free as possible.