Running in shoes that have a narrow, short or low toe box can have disastrous consequences like:Ingrown toenails, Blisters, Black toenails (especially in trail running), Bunions, Claw toes and hammertoes.TongueAfter decades of R&D, brands still struggle to deliver a great tongue. In fact, ...
Meanwhile, a few brands—includingAltra, Topo Athletic, and Xero—have wider toeboxes even in regular widths, he points out. That’s often better for conditions like bunions, where your forefoot needs more space, but your heel is closer to the standard size. That way, your heel won’t ...