Editor’s note: This piece draws on our Scientific Advisor Dr. Hylton B. Menz’s interview in Authority Magazine about how making walking a daily habit can improve every aspect of life. Read the Authority Magazine interview with Dr. Hylton Menz.
Not sure where to begin with fit and comfort? Take the Fit Guide Quiz to get a simple plan for your next steps.
Why Dr. Menz matters: Dr. Hylton B. Menz is a globally recognized podiatry researcher and professor at La Trobe University, with hundreds of peer-reviewed publications on gait, balance, and musculoskeletal foot health. His work connects clinical science to daily movement, aging, and long-term mobility. He advises IAMBIC on research and fit strategy.
Walking looks simple. For leaders, it can power health, presence, and endurance. The interview explores why walking helps executives feel and perform better, and how fit choices support habits that last.
“Walking is one of the simplest and most accessible forms of exercise, yet its benefits extend far beyond physical health.”
Daily movement shapes how you feel in meetings, on flights, and during long days on your feet. Habits do steady work. Fit keeps those habits going. If you are curious about how we translate research into tools, start with our Technology page, then see how it shows up in MODEL T custom-fit shoes.
Daily walking for executives: Reduce foot fatigue and improve performance
Schedules stack up. Hours in a chair tighten hips and back. Events and travel ask a lot from your feet. Short walks counter those forces and restore circulation.
“Regular walking has considerable benefits in relation to cardiovascular health, balance and mobility.”
Consistency is the lever. Ten minutes between calls. A loop outside after lunch. Fit matters because discomfort breaks routines before they form.
“Wearing well-fitting, supportive footwear that suits your unique foot structure can make walking more comfortable.”
To see how fit technology supports daily movement, read IAMBIC 101: What Makes Our Custom-Fit Shoes Different? If you want a high-touch path, explore our White Glove Service: VIP Precision Fit.
Foot pain affecting performance: Posture, travel days, and meetings
Foot fatigue does not stay local. It shifts posture, drains energy, and pulls attention away from the work in front of you.
“Our research has found that around three-quarters of people wear ill-fitting shoes.”
A steady walking habit strengthens the base that carries your day. Precision fit lowers friction so the habit can last, whether you face long meetings or back-to-back travel. If you travel often, you have probably searched for the best shoes for business travel. Good fit is where those days start.
Read how wear data improves your next pair in the Evolutionary Shoe Program: precision fit that improves over time and see how the platform comes together in AI-Tailored Footwear: IAMBIC’s new approach to custom-fit shoes.
How to build a daily walking routine that sticks at work and on travel
Start with a doable plan. Ten to fifteen minutes once or twice a day. Add music or a podcast if it helps you settle into the rhythm.
“Walking speed is considered to be the sixth vital sign.”
Pair the routine with footwear that respects how your body moves. Our fit platform uses advanced smartphone 3D scanning, biomechanics, and your Sole Print profile to guide each pair over time. If you want a concierge path, learn more about our White Glove Service. For a direct starting point, explore MODEL T.
From clinical research to craft
Dr. Menz’s career centers on the link between foot structure, mobility, and long-term wellbeing. That guidance informs our product development and fit research.
IAMBIC’s approach has earned broad recognition, including a TIME Best Invention for the MODEL T. Read the story here: MODEL T named a TIME Best Invention. For more updates on research, partnerships, and product, visit our News hub.
A simple way to begin
Want a quick starting point tailored to you? Take the Fit Guide Quiz.
Choose a window you can keep most days. Lace up. Walk your neighborhood or your office perimeter. Let that become a daily ritual. If you want support beyond habit, explore how precision fit can carry you on the long days.
Start with MODEL T custom-fit shoes, learn more on About IAMBIC and FAQs or Gift the MODEL T to someone you value. When you are ready for the full conversation, read the Authority Magazine interview here.
FAQs
How does walking reduce foot fatigue during long workdays?
Short, frequent walks restore circulation and joint mobility. Consistency matters most.
What are the best shoes for business travel comfort?
Choose precision-fit footwear that supports posture over distance. Start with the MODEL T and review our Technology page.
How do well-fitting shoes support executive performance?
Comfort and alignment cut distraction and energy drain. Precision fit supports presence and stamina.
How do I build a daily walking routine I can keep?
Begin with 10–15 minutes once or twice a day. Walk between calls or after lunch. Pair the habit with footwear that supports your biomechanics.
What is the IAMBIC Fit Guide Quiz?
A short quiz that asks about your feet, routine, and goals. You get a simple fit plan and links to resources that match your needs.
How long does it take and what happens next?
About a minute. You get an on-page result with guidance. From there you can read more, book our White Glove Service, or explore MODEL T.
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