standing for long times

[Andy P]

My day job for the past 20 years has been seated, but im finding that spending 4+ hrs in dress shoes during a disco is killing my feet. Without turning this into a lose weight now thread does anyone have similar issues and what do you do about it.

Sitting down and carpet slippers are not valid options :D

[Sapphire Disco]

I find I have the same problem but mainly because I'm on my feet all day in my shop I've found these really good http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00NTAWX7Q?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00

They do make your shoes about half a size smaller which is fine because I find shoes get a little stretched and loose after a while so it kills two birds with one stone.

[funkymook]

It all starts with wearing comfortable and supportive shoes. Then throughout the night be aware of your stance, try not to lock your knees, shift your weight from the back to the front of your feet and keep moving around a little bit.

[Benny Smyth]

It all starts with wearing comfortable and supportive shoes. Then throughout the night be aware of your stance, try not to lock your knees, shift your weight from the back to the front of your feet and keep moving around a little bit.

:agree:

Posture will also be a help too. Standing up straight whilst 'squeezing' your bum and pelvic muscles go a long way but I would say the most important thing is comfortable shoes and moving around a bit.

[yourdj]

I was going to mention the bum squeeze. Thats great for also minimising back damage.
Darren told me that years back and it does work.

I also tend to walk about quite a bit, which also gives a good gauge of whats going on in the room. :)
Carpet behind the decks on a hard floor is also good and also not standing on one leg or leaning forward.

[mattydj50]

I have a good pair of Clark's shoes with cushion relief, plus some memory foam inserts when needed. I have been known to wearr these shoes for the day job first then onto DJing, total wear time of around 19 hours!

My kind wife bought me a foot spa for my birthday some years ago and I use that to treat the feet on a Sunday evening (if not working of course).

[Andy P]

Fallen arches is quite a common complaint in my family so while I haven't had this happen I am wary of it. From my army days I know the rolling the feet trick from many hours on the parade square. I like the carpet idea and have seem some rubber mats but also will have a look into some tailored footware

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[rth_discos]

I buy my shoes from Hotter.

http://www.hotter.com/gb/en/mens-formals

Yes, they're more expensive, but they last much longer, and are incredible comfortable.

It's as close you'll get to the feeling of wearing trainers!

I find them very comfortable for a gig.

The other thing I try and do is shuffle about when at the gig - almost like dancing but not full on! That helps keep everything moving and helps ensure you're getting in to the vibe of the gig too.

[Shaun]

Being a larger gent too, I've always suffered from sore feet when standing for long periods at gigs. For the last 3 or 4 years I started using foam heel inserts in my shoes, plus a regular rubber door mat behind the booth to stand on. The painful heels and arch of my foot I used to experience has almost gone now at the end of the night.

[ppentertainments]

Comfortable shoes are an absolute must, I never spend much on clothes apart from shoes.

I used to setup in my shoes, but no wear trainers for setting up and change back into them at the end of the night and travelling which helps - 12 hours at a wedding in the same shoes is enough without the setting up/packing away and travel time added.

Nothing wrong with slippers - I have a nice black pair I can change into when the lights go down - just remember not to go to the bar or toilet with them on lol

[Daryll]

Nothing wrong with slippers - I have a nice black pair I can change into when the lights go down - just remember not to go to the bar or toilet with them on lol

Like I did not remember at a wedding last year , still it got a giggle from some guests.

I sometimes just ease my shoes off during a gig ( Slip on`s), and I have a small carpet behind the stand , this also hides the mains cable to power the disco.
I suffer badly with my feet , even to the point that I take a couple of ibuprofen before a gig , just to be on the safe side, even worst if the gigs up stairs.

Daryll

[yourdj]

I take my shoes off for 10-20 mins at times, which also helps to air the feet and move bones and muscles ordinarily supposed by the show. My brand of choose is Clarks as they usually make pretty comfy well priced shoes.

The sales are quite good with end of line bargains. :)

[funktions]

I take my shoes off for 10-20 mins at times, which also helps to air the feet and move bones and muscles ordinarily supposed by the show.

agree with that one, have started to do this recently, its amazing how much better they feel

[DJIanScott]

You have my sympathies too, it's an unforgiving job on anyone's feet, not just the fuller-figured!

I've used two remedies....first is to buy a pack of cushioned garage floor tiles (available is Costco or B&Q, etc) - they're made of 1.5 inch thick rubber and they really take the strain out of a tiled or wooden floor.
Secondly, you can sit down if you wish and still look like you're standing by using a pro K&M adjustable stool. When I injured my knee I had to use it and it's so high that it looked like I was still standing behind the booth.
Expensive, but worth every single penny.

http://www.thomann.de/gb/km_14044.htm

[Andy P]

There are times when I read posts and love this forum as it proves Im not a freak of some kind.

I too from time to time pop off my shoes for some mild relief.

I've been looking into stress/anti fatigue mats and might purchase one

[ppentertainments]

I too from time to time pop off my shoes for some mild relief.


Just be wary of smelly feet syndrome lol - A bit like when you think it is ok to pass wind as no one can hear, but forget about the after effects lol

[yourdj]

Just be wary of smelly feet syndrome lol - A bit like when you think it is ok to pass wind as no one can hear, but forget about the after effects lol

Gets rid of pain in the bum guests asking for shocking requests though :p

[mattydj50]

My brand of choose is Clarks as they usually make pretty comfy well priced shoes.

The sales are quite good with end of line bargains. :)


Good old Clark's shoes. My dad used to make them. The factory is now a housing estate and the shoes come from way over there in the east.

[Nakatomi]

Gets rid of pain in the bum guests asking for shocking requests though :p

That's what my Tazer is for! Trouble is, I keep forgetting to recharge it

[Jonny Boy]

What about something something like this: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Doortex-Anti-fatigue-Anti-slip-Bevelled-edge-FCAF6191/dp/B001QJCXQ8/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1434025616&sr=8-4&keywords=anti+fatigue+mat

They put this down at the check-ins in many airports for Border officers to stand on and it' apparantly helps them a lot.

[funkymook]

What about something something like this: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Doortex-Anti-fatigue-Anti-slip-Bevelled-edge-FCAF6191/dp/B001QJCXQ8/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1434025616&sr=8-4&keywords=anti+fatigue+mat

They put this down at the check-ins in many airports for Border officers to stand on and it' apparantly helps them a lot.

That’d also be good for a bit of insulation at outside or marquee gigs - my feet are usually freezing by the end of the night.

[DJColsie]

My feet are fine, no problem at all. It is my calves and back that ache after a long time standing.

[Shaun]

What about something something like this: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Doortex-Anti-fatigue-Anti-slip-Bevelled-edge-FCAF6191/dp/B001QJCXQ8/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1434025616&sr=8-4&keywords=anti+fatigue+mat

They put this down at the check-ins in many airports for Border officers to stand on and it' apparantly helps them a lot.

I had one of those, it was pretty good. I left it behind at a venue one night. After that I bought a standard rubber door mat from the local supermarket. The el-cheapo alternative worked just as good.