{"id":2748,"date":"2016-06-13T21:24:58","date_gmt":"2016-06-13T21:24:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/?p=2748"},"modified":"2026-04-17T13:00:52","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T20:00:52","slug":"best-shoes-for-walking-on-concrete","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/best-shoes-for-walking-on-concrete\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Shoes for Walking on Concrete"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We\u2019ve all heard the song \u201cThe foot bone\u2019s connected to the leg bone. The leg bone\u2019s connected to the knee bone\u2026\u201d And it\u2019s true! The study of biomechanics has proven that everything is interconnected, and when there\u2019s a misalignment in one part of the body, it can travel up your body and affect other areas. What causes this misalignment? Prolonged periods of standing or walking on hard concrete can cause the foot to over-pronate, resulting in the ankle rolling inwards and the arch collapsing. That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important to wear the best shoes for walking on concrete when you\u2019re constantly traveling on hard surfaces.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/vionic-larrun-loafer-with-arch-support.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2795\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/vionic-larrun-loafer-with-arch-support-300x190.jpg\" alt=\"Vionic loafer with arch support\" width=\"300\" height=\"190\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/vionic-larrun-loafer-with-arch-support-300x190.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/vionic-larrun-loafer-with-arch-support-1024x648.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/vionic-larrun-loafer-with-arch-support-624x395.jpg 624w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/vionic-larrun-loafer-with-arch-support.jpg 1296w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Vionic Medical Director Terry Mitchell explains what happens to your body when standing or walking on hard surfaces: \u201cWearing unsupportive shoes can cause pronation, where your feet roll inward too much. This causes an internal rotation of your lower legs, flexing of your knees and forward tilting of your hips. This, in turn, can lead to increased low-back joint compression and curvature of your spine.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/vionic-supports-natural-alignment.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2750 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/vionic-supports-natural-alignment-300x108.jpg\" alt=\"Vionic with Orthaheel supports natural alignment\" width=\"300\" height=\"108\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/vionic-supports-natural-alignment-300x108.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/vionic-supports-natural-alignment-624x226.jpg 624w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/vionic-supports-natural-alignment.jpg 957w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Two important features to look for in the best shoes for standing on concrete all day are arch support \u2013 to help align your feet \u2013 and soft cushioning, especially in the heel, for shock absorption. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/supportive-technology\">Vio-Motion\u2122 Support<\/a> in Vionic&#8217;s mens and women&#8217;s shoes was developed specifically to address this problem of walking and standing on flat surfaces by helping to restore the foot\u2019s natural arch and align the body from the ground up. Here are our picks for the best shoes for standing on hard concrete all day:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/casual-sneakers-for-standing-all-day.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2939\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/casual-sneakers-for-standing-all-day-300x207.jpg\" alt=\"Classic cupsole sneakers with arch support\" width=\"300\" height=\"207\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/casual-sneakers-for-standing-all-day-300x207.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/casual-sneakers-for-standing-all-day-1024x708.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/casual-sneakers-for-standing-all-day-624x432.jpg 624w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/casual-sneakers-for-standing-all-day.jpg 1869w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Casual Cupsole Sneakers<\/strong><br \/>\nWe&#8217;ve added our unparalleled arch support to the classic cupsole sneaker in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\">Midi low-top<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\">Torri high-top<\/a>, perfect for weekend wear.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-4766 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/Vionic-Blog-CTAs-Casual.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"998\" height=\"234\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/Vionic-Blog-CTAs-Casual.jpg 998w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/Vionic-Blog-CTAs-Casual-300x70.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/Vionic-Blog-CTAs-Casual-768x180.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 998px) 100vw, 998px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2796 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/vionic-satima-walking-shoe-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Vionic Satima Walking Shoes for Women\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/vionic-satima-walking-shoe-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/vionic-satima-walking-shoe-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/vionic-satima-walking-shoe-624x468.jpg 624w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/vionic-satima-walking-shoe.jpg 1154w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\">Satima Active Sneaker<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong>A sturdy EVA midsole adds essential stability to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\">women\u2019s walking shoes<\/a>, while the flexible, cushioned outsole makes standing and walking on concrete a breeze.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6102 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/carmela-perf_dustypink_silo-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/carmela-perf_dustypink_silo-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/carmela-perf_dustypink_silo-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/carmela-perf_dustypink_silo-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/carmela-perf_dustypink_silo-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/carmela-perf_dustypink_silo-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/carmela-perf_dustypink_silo.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\">Carmela Flat<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong>Traditional flats are typically a no-no when standing on hard surfaces. But our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/women\/flats.html\">flats and loafers<\/a> are fitted with a firm, yet flexible, EVA orthotic insert that&#8217;s designed to hug your arches, like this comfortable suede flat.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-6103 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/322serena_greige_silo_2-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/322serena_greige_silo_2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/322serena_greige_silo_2-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/322serena_greige_silo_2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/322serena_greige_silo_2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/322serena_greige_silo_2-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.vionicshoes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/322serena_greige_silo_2.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/\">Serena Bootie<\/a><br \/>\n<\/strong>Perfect for transitioning from summer to fall, our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/women\/boots.html\">women&#8217;s boots with arch support<\/a> have as much style as they do comfort. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/elevated-technology\">Elevated Support technology<\/a> features a deep heel cup and enhanced forefoot contour to support your soles all day at just the right heel height.<\/p>\n<p>Stylish, supportive footwear is our top priority. At Vionic, we believe in providing a good shoe that&#8217;s stylish, durable, and comfortable for all. So if you have plantar fasciitis or you have to be on your feet all day at work, there&#8217;s a shoe fit for you. Whether it&#8217;s men&#8217;s dress shoes or walking shoes for women, you&#8217;ll find that our men&#8217;s and women&#8217;s shoes have arch support and a cushioned insole for shock absorption and ultimate comfort. Long gone are the days of sore feet. With Vionic&#8217;s stylish and comfortable footwear, you&#8217;ll have a good shoe with a style that&#8217;s on-trend.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Download our free standing guide for stretches, exercises and expert tips for people who stand all day. Also, check out our recommendations for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/standing-shoes-for-work\/\">best shoes for standing all day<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><a class=\"more-link\" id=\"excerpt\" href=\"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/best-shoes-for-walking-on-concrete\/\">Read More &gt;<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_relevanssi_hide_post":"","_relevanssi_hide_content":"","_relevanssi_pin_for_all":"","_relevanssi_pin_keywords":"","_relevanssi_unpin_keywords":"","_relevanssi_related_keywords":"","_relevanssi_related_include_ids":"","_relevanssi_related_exclude_ids":"","_relevanssi_related_no_append":"","_relevanssi_related_not_related":"","_relevanssi_related_posts":"","_relevanssi_noindex_reason":"","_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[259],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2748","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-healthy-inspiration","dwtl normal"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2748","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2748"}],"version-history":[{"count":20,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2748\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13617,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2748\/revisions\/13617"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2748"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2748"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vionicshoes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2748"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}