MD Podiatrist Discusses What to Look for in a Winter Boot

Winter boots need to be warm and weather-resistant, but they also need to be supportive of the feet trudging heavily through the snow/sleet/ice/pandemic.
 
The perfect fit, according to podiatrist Daniel Michaels, DPM, includes the following: a wide toe box (round is best); a removable (and therefore, customizable) sole or a thick and cushioned sole; a deep heel cut slightly higher than ankle height to stabilize the foot; and limited flexibility (you shouldn’t be able to bend it in half).