How To Choose The Right Orthotic Insoles For Your Feet

How To Choose The Right Orthotic Insoles For Your Feet?

July 28, 2022

Most people buy shoe insoles at retail stores. There is a wide range of insoles or shoe inserts available for your favourite pair of shoes. But are they the ones you need for your foot health according to orthotic specialists? Do they fit your shoe shape or leg structure perfectly? Are they built to distribute…

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Shoe Solutions - Orthotics Calgary Location

Our Calgary Location is Open!

March 14, 2022

Spread the word, our second location is officially open! We have gone through every challenge with our Calgary location but we have persevered and we are thrilled to be open. We are so excited to expand and be able to serve people in a new city. We couldn’t have done it without our faithful supporters…

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Shoe Solutions - Physical Activity and Shoes

9 Benefits of Physical Activity and How We Can Help

February 7, 2022

 It’s been said a million times, and the research has proven it over and over again, physical activity is important to your health! Here’s our 9 favourite benefits of regular physical activity (in no particular order): It relieves stress It increases muscle strength It lowers blood pressure  It boosts energy levels It promotes better sleep It helps…

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Shoe Solutions - Athletic Shoes

Athletic Footwear: The New Business Attire

November 8, 2021

   When you think of business attire you naturally think of suits, dresses, sophisticated leather dress shoes or heels, etc. However, this is just one more thing that a global pandemic has changed. The world of athleisure escalated in 2020 and has expanded to include, what I like to call, athbusiness as well.          When the…

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Shoe Solutions - Shoe Modifications

A Shoe Fit for You

October 11, 2021

You found the perfect pair of shoes: they meet all of your work requirements, they are super stylish for everyday wear, and they’re supportive and high quality. There’s only one problem, they don’t fit quite right. Maybe they are slightly too snug in the toes or the bottom of your foot doesn’t feel good. You…

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Shoe Solutions - Buy New Shoes

When to Say Goodbye to Your Shoes

September 27, 2021

 Most people wish their products could last forever, especially if it’s a product they love. Unfortunately shoes are consumables with a set lifespan. For some people this lifespan is years and for others only months. Shoes are like tires; both have many factors that contribute to their wear and tear such as the original quality,…

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Shoe Solutions - 7 Reasons to Choose Merino Wool Socks

7 Reasons to Choose Merino Wool Socks

September 6, 2021

 Merino wool is an AMAZING material so with no further ado here are 7 reasons to choose merino wool in your next pair of socks.  Merino wool fibers have a natural crimp to them, allowing them to trap dead air and act as a natural insulator and a buffer against the cold. Merino wool fibers…

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Blog Used Shoes

To Buy or Not to Buy Used Shoes- That is the Question

July 12, 2021

People love to get a good deal, which is why thrift stores, kijiji and swap and buy exist. It is tempting when you find a great deal to beat the competition by purchasing it immediately. But with something as important as your feet, when is it appropriate or inappropriate to purchase used shoes? That is…

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Blog Shoe Uppers

What is a Shoe’s Upper?

June 16, 2021

  Things are looking up this week as we talk about the top of the shoe, also known as the upper! There are some non-negotiable upper features and the upper is the primary contributor to the fit of a shoe, making this a crucial piece of selecting a shoe for you. Just like with the midsole…

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Blog Midsole

What is a Midsole?

June 2, 2021

Do you buy your shoes without knowing what they’re made of? At Shoe Solutions we thrive on educating our customers about footwear composition so they can make knowledgeable footwear decisions. The materials that make up your shoe are often overlooked in footwear shopping. However, this piece of information is crucial; knowing what the shoe is…

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