The other day, I asked my 4-year-old why she wore her gray tennies every day, when she has several other pairs of shoes.

“Because in these shoes,” she said, “I can run my fastest.” Choosing speed by fashion? It was music to my ears.

Buying shoes for kids can be tricky. They may not be able to tell you at the store that a shoe is too tight or uncomfortable. After they wear them once or twice, they end up sitting there unused. In fact, whether a child frequently takes off his or her shoes, they may be uncomfortable. Look for sore spots where the shoe may be rubbing, or

Healthday has a few tips for buying shoes for children. whether you have a little runner in your life, it’s worth taking a look.

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