Why are Insoles Important?

• As a gardener, besides being constantly exposed to the elements of nature, you will be working in hot, humid conditions. Insoles can counteract their effects (feet fungus, swollen feet, etc.) by providing an extra layer of material between your feet and shoes.
• Constantly bending over, digging, hoeing, sowing and weeding puts high amounts of pressure on the feet and ankles. Fortunately, insoles will correct the foot and overall body posture and alleviate most of the negative effects.
• Insoles make the process of finding the perfect gardening shoes much more easier. Because finding a perfect fit is hard for many people, they usually compromise and buy shoes that are either slightly bigger or slightly smaller, exposing themselves to blisters, calluses, and other gardening-related inconveniences. Insoles have the potential of solving these issues by providing an additional layer between your feet and the shoes. Furthermore, since most insoles are quite thick, you will never have to worry about getting water in your shoes!

General Types of Insoles

• Support insoles are made from a sturdier material and offer an extra degree of comfort and stability. The best starter insoles for gardeners of all skill levels.
• Comfort insoles are designed to provide adequate cushioning. While they are not great for doing heavy work on the construction site, they are more than capable of handling gardening work.

Height Increasing Insoles

• Great shock absorption Some gardening tools (like rakes, forks and the like) can be quite heavy, and a good pair of insoles will protect you from any serious injuries caused by them.
• Height increasing insoles are especially advantageous for people with flat feet or high, low and collapsed arches, who are typically more predisposed to fatigue and sores after spending a whole day standing on uneven terrain. These types of insoles will prevent the load from affecting a single area and spread it equally throughout the foot.
• Foot wounds and ulcers are less likely to occur.
• Height increasing insoles provide the gardener with a greater dynamical freedom and increased flexibility.

Memory Foam Insoles

• Insoles with memory foam have great moisture absorption capabilities because they are made out of a material that captures humidity and dissolves it in a timely fashion. As a result, your feet will feel dry and comfortable even after an entire day of watering plants.
• Because you will be spending a lot of time in hot, humid conditions, your feet need to be properly ventilated. This is another area in which foam insoles excel, as they allow to breathe, preventing various foot infections from occurring.
• Walking on uneven terrain, a hallmark of gardening can be very taxing to the feet, and foam insoles can counteract any potential negative effects associated with this activity.

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