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I've been doing step aerobics (The Firm) for a couple of months now.  I've always had a problems with one knee, it starts hurting after about one mile of walking.  So any bending will aggrivate it.  

I've also have problems with the ball of my right foot (from dancing in 3 1/2" heels many years ago). I try to land gently as possible when stepping off the box but I want to take as much precautions as I can.

Do you have any recommendations on how I can find the best exercise shoes for my situation?  I don't want to just depend on some sales person since they are not always knowledgeable.  Any websites that maybe have Q & A to assist in finding something I can at least try?  

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***suggestions offered here may or may not help you in your situation.  Please consult with a physician before you change or add an exercise/nutrition regimen***

Hi Amy.

Congratulations on your healthy lifestyle.  I am so sorry that you are having orthopedic issues.  Here are some good sites I've found that may give you information that is relevent to your situation.  Please work with your doctor and or specialist (podiatrist, orthopedic surgeon) who can help before your conditions worsens.

http://www.orthoinfo.org/fact/thr_report.cfm?Thread_ID=32&topcategory=Foot
http://www.physsportsmed.com/issues/1999/11_99/shoes.htm
http://www.mayoclinic.com/invoke.cfm?objectid=04674E53-13B1-4A68-B904FB4628914FF...
MY PERSONALLY FAVORITE WEBSITE FOR Athletic SHOE INFO for YEARS:
http://www.drpribut.com/sports/spshoe.html

Hope this helps. Be sure to check with other allexperts Take care of youself.
Sincerely, Daphne

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I will answer questions concerning exercise, nutrition, health and diseases related to obesity or sedentary lifestyle. I can also answer questions about being an aerobics/group exercise leader or questions about getting certified with AFAA.

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Receiving my Masters of Science in Clinical Exercise Physiology, I have been Fitness Director on board Royal Caribbean luxury cruise ships, I have given training seminars for aspiring group exercise leaders; I am certified and I work for Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA). I was Senior Exercise Physiologist and lecturer at the Internationally renowned Pritikin Longevity Center and Spa at Turnberry Island Resort in Miami, Florida for almost 10 years and I was also the Fitness Assessment Coordinator at the exclusive Fisher Island Spa Internazionale on exclusive Fisher Island in Miami Beach (famous residents of the island include Oprah Winfrey, Andre Agassi, and Sharon Gless). I've competed in AAU and NAC Aerobics competitions. Currently, I own a Fitness/Lifestyle planning business. I have been in the Fitness industry for almost 20 years and here on AllExperts since 1999.

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