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21Apr

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‘Put ourselves in their shoes’: Camp provides week without labels for foster kids

Without Camp Rockin’ U, some foster kids might never get the summer camp experience. The camp — which aims to provide an affordable camp to foster youth, and give them a chance to make friends and learn new skills — is hosting a Family Fun Day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 7. The camp is at Lake Francis Resort, 13919 Lake Francis Road, Dobbins. It is 30 miles northwest of Grass Valley. An entrance fee of $10 is required for those 13 and older. There’s no charge for those 12 and younger. “We want to provide a week of summer camp for youth, including foster care kids,” said Melody King, executive director of EA Family Services, which for 40 years has provided Skechers Shoes Outlets assistance for foster youth, children at risk of homelessness and a small cadre of those dealing with mental he...

These ‘Comfortable and Supportive’ Sneakers That Nurses Swear by for 16-Hour Shifts Are on Sale

21Apr

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These ‘Comfortable and Supportive’ Sneakers That Nurses Swear by for 16-Hour Shifts Are on Sale

If you're on your feet all day, you know just how important supportive footwear is — it's just a matter of finding the right pair of shoes. Well, you can officially consider your search over because the go-to comfortable sneakers that nurses recommend are currently on sale. For a limited time, you can save 15 percent on all four colors of the Bala Twelves sneakers. It comes as no surprise that so many healthcare professionals swear by the supportive shoes since they were created with the help of hundreds of nurses across the country. So what makes the sneakers so comfortable? Well, they have Skechers Womens Outlet what the brand calls an HRS cushioning system that helps absorb impact and distribute weight evenly. Plus, the insole features a supportive cushio...

‘Walk a Mile in Her Shoes’ helps raise awareness of, show support to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault

21Apr

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‘Walk a Mile in Her Shoes’ helps raise awareness of, show support to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault

ENID, Okla. — Registration is open for YWCA of Enid’s annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes fundraiser. Walk a Mile in Her Shoes has been occurring in Enid since 2014 as a way to help bring awareness to and to show support for people experiencing domestic abuse and sexual assault. Courtney Strzinek, executive director of YWCA Enid, said Walk a Mile in Her Shoes is based on the old adage that “you can’t really understand what someone Hey Dudes Shoes has been through until you’ve ‘walked a mile in their shoes.’” One-in-three women and one-in-six men will experience some form of sexual violence in their lifetime, according to YWCA, and in 2020, law enforcement agencies investigated 2,245 rapes across Oklahoma. “This is a way to really engage everyone in our mission,” Strzinek said, “bec...

The Barefoot Equine Athlete: Big Shoes To Fill?

21Apr

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The Barefoot Equine Athlete: Big Shoes To Fill?

Two Swedish show jumpers at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics flashed their bare feet over each fence. H&M All In and teammate King Edward, ridden by Peder Fredricson and Henrik von Eckermann, respectively, jumped their way to team gold—and they did so without shoes. Since then, these high-profile success stories have tilted the spotlight toward a growing trend in the sport horse world, where more steeds are “going Swedish,” shedding their shoes and taking to the competition ring in naught but their hoof horns. And it’s no wonder. These horses showed all the benefits of a barefoot lifestyle. They even got the full backing of the veterinary board at the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI). “If it’s the right horse, with the right management, Clarks Shoes under the right condi...

Wellness & Prevention: 7 common shoe mistakes that could be crushing your feet

21Apr

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Wellness & Prevention: 7 common shoe mistakes that could be crushing your feet

From your $2 flip-flops to your $150 stilettos or running shoes, not all shoes are created equal — no matter the price or brand name. If you’ve ever peeled off your heels during a long day at work or taken off your tennis shoes after a long run only to find blisters or an ingrown toenail, you know your shoes can lead to pain if you’re not careful. “Improper footwear can stress the back, knees, hips and feet by placing them in an unnatural position and cause improper alignment and function of joints, tendons and ligaments up the body,” said Allison Rottman, DPM, a podiatrist with Banner – University Medicine in Arizona. “Muscles in the lower and upper legs may have to work harder when shoes do not fit properly, and this causes fatigue and pain.” Wearing proper footwear can not only he...

Research Answers Whether You Should Wear Shoes Inside The House

21Apr

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Research Answers Whether You Should Wear Shoes Inside The House

The debate never ends: Is your home a shoeless one? Or is it a safe space for indoor shoe-wearers? A recent Wall Street Journal opinion piece, titled “Here’s Why I’ll Be Keeping My Shoes On In Your Shoeless Home,” ignited the argument afresh. In it, the author states that, Olukai Sandals barring religious or cultural practices, asking guests to remove their shoes is insulting and unnecessary. Her point is that a little dirt never hurt anyone, and people who request that guests remove shoes are being over-fastidious divas. There’s just one problem: According to a group of researchers responding to her piece, she’s wrong. Adobe Wear Shoes Inside The House Copyright Adobe Photo by: Adobe By: Kathleen St. John Po...