Tips for the travelling feet

A lot of of us have had the experience of going on vacations that will involve a lot of walking. Either you are doing a backpacking trip across Europe or wanting to do some hiking on the east coast. If your feet are not ready for such an excursion, you will pay for it after a few days. How? With blisters and callosity build up.

Picking a right shoe is essential and don't think of "breaking in a shoe" either on your trip. Investing in a good walking shoe is essential overall, even going to a sports store to check out  the walking sandals is a great idea, they are looking more and more stylish now compared to a few years ago.  If the weather is quite warm where you are going I would strongly suggest not wearing a thong sandal, you'll be asking for trouble if you do.

While you are trying out the shoes, make sure to run your hand on the inside of them for any seams that might do some wear and tear in very unslightly spots that can put you in atrocious pain on the first few days of your trip.  Let's face it, you are travelling and visiting the world on foot, if you wanted to put your feet up on vacay, beaches and spas are great for those that want to put their feet up.

For those that have the right shoes already and are going to get a pedicure done before leaving on your trip, here are some tips.

1.  If you're going to get a pedicure done before leaving, make sure the pedicurist doesn't remove all the callouses on your feet, you are going to need some padding for walking. If you have deep cracks in your callouses I would suggest reducing and sealing them.

2.Have your toenails trimmed properly, too short or too long will cause some problems. Believe me, I have had the experience of shearing the sides of some toes because of too much squeezing against them, making my nails dig into the flesh. Not pleasant!

3. Bringing a pumice stone and a nail file would really help out to maintain your feet. While you're at it, make a first aid foot bag by putting in a small bottle of peroxide, a tube of Polysporin and some adhesive bandages together. I saw some bandages that might be a good investment especially made for blister protection.

4. There's also anti blister sticks that are available in drug stores when you know a blister is coming on. A quick fixer upper for your footsies and easy to carry.

5. After a long day on your feet a good moisturizing cream containing either peppermint and/or lavender would really help getting your feet back in tip top shape for tomorrow's excursions.

I hope these tips help making your journey easier on your feet and puts your best foot forward on your  next adventures.