Originally Posted by Jolt
high heels and footbinding comparison--they're not quite as bad as that but they certainly do not allow natural walking, and I've read some things about how bad they are for the feet, knees etc. I don't care how good it looks, if it causes injury and interferes with day-to-day getting around, I'm not touching it with a ten-foot pole if I can possibly help it. Besides, as women we are already potential targets for guys who are up to no good--why wear things that will only make us appear easier (because we won't be able to run very well to get out of the situation)? *end of rant*
Exactly!! Not sure why most women try to deny this. I also have a hard time imagining peddling a bike with them on. My friend used to argue that she could run just fine in them because they were comfortable. I'm sorry, but comfort doesn't have anything to do with your foot plunging into an akward angle and causing your natural stride to be shortened.
Me: "You can't run a mile in them can you?"
Friend: "well, I can't run a mile anyway"
... I think it's something of a victim stance. Not sure. But I'm happy to see that you and I feel the same way. Be my friend?
BTW I'm only 5' tall, so it's not for lack of wanting to be taller. I won't touch them with a 10' pole either!