Flip-Flops

Are Crocs Good For The Elderly?

She added that though Crocs “offer nice arch support,” it should not be worn over longer periods because “these shoes do not adequately secure the heel. When the heel is unstable, toes tend to grip which can lead to tendinitis, worsening of toe deformities, nail problems, corns and calluses. When should you not wear Crocs? […]

Why Do Aussies Call English Pommies?

Australians have been using the word freely since its probable emergence in the late 19th century as a nickname for English immigrants, a short form of pomegranate, referring to their ruddy complexions. Why do Australian call English pommies? “Whinging poms” is just part of the vernacular. The most common explanation is that it’s a reference […]

Why Are They Called G Strings?

The G-string first appeared in costumes worn by showgirls in Earl Carroll’s productions during the 1920s, a period known as the Jazz Age or the Roaring Twenties. Linguist Robert Hendrickson believes that the ‘G’ stands for ‘groin’. How did g-strings get their name? The origin is uncertain. The earliest citation is as American English “gee […]

What Do Aussies Call A Thong?

The undergarment is usually called a g-string (or colloquially, bum floss) in Australia, however, due to U.S. influences in Australia the word thong is now also used. Are sandals called thongs in Australia? They are also called thongs (sometimes pluggers) in Australia, jandals (originally a trademarked name derived from “Japanese sandals”) in New Zealand, slops […]

Why Are Brits Called Poms In Australia?

Australians have been using the word freely since its probable emergence in the late 19th century as a nickname for English immigrants, a short form of pomegranate, referring to their ruddy complexions. Why do Aussies call the English poms? “Whinging poms” is just part of the vernacular. The most common explanation is that it’s a […]

What Is Rubber Made Of?

rubber, elastic substance obtained from the exudations of certain tropical plants (natural rubber) or derived from petroleum and natural gas (synthetic rubber). Because of its elasticity, resilience, and toughness, rubber is the basic constituent of the tires used in automotive vehicles, aircraft, and bicycles. What is rubber made up of? Natural rubber is obtained from […]

Do Sneakers Have Latex?

Is There Latex in Shoes? Unfortunately for those who wish to avoid toxins (natural rubber latex is toxic) and those with a latex allergy, the vast majority of shoes contain natural rubber latex. Do Nike shoes have latex? Nike uses Synthetic Latex in most footwear, which is hypoallergenic because it is protein free. We cannot […]

When Should You Wear Sliders?

Slides are comfortable and laid back shoes to wear in spring, summer and early fall. The name of these shoes refers to the fact that you can slip styles with one or more straps on and off of your feet. Slides may expose wearers’ feet to injuries if the straps are loose and footbeds do […]

Are There Sandals Made For Running?

Yes, specially designed running sandals have a supportive sole that gives you optimum traction and is flexible enough to not restrict your movement. Is there such a thing as running sandals? The ancient huarache running sandal is composed of a thin, flexible, zero-drop sole, and a seemingly simple–yet strategically designed–lacing system to secure the foot […]

Are Crocs Good For Arthritic Knees?

Clogs “Clogs may not be an optimal footwear choice for people with osteoarthritis because they place high loads on the knee,” says Najia Shakoor, MD, a rheumatologist and a professor of medicine at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. Are Crocs good for knee arthritis? Shakoor’s study showed clogs increase knee stress. And Dr. West, […]

Can You Run A Marathon In Flip Flops?

Keith Levasseur ran Saturday’s Baltimore Marathon in 2:46:58 while wearing flip flops. Levasseur will file paperwork with the Guinness Book of World Records to have the feat acknowledged as a world record for a marathon in flip flops. Are flip flops good for running? With flip-flops, your toes need to grip the strip of fabric […]

Why Is It Hard To Run In Flip Flops?

The fact that flip-flops are totally flat means that they provide no arch support for your feet whatsoever. This means that whenever you’re running while wearing them, a key part of your foot lacks the correct support that it requires. Is it hard to run in flip-flops? They’re also terrible for your feet — especially […]

Should Runners Wear Flip Flops?

They’re also terrible for your feet — especially if you’re a runner. [Read more about plantar fasciitis. | Try this stretch to help relieve it.] “Flip-flops don’t provide any support. Are flip-flops good for running? With flip-flops, your toes need to grip the strip of fabric at the top to keep the shoe in place. […]