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Start Here: Walking and Training at Plus Size

If you are new to PlusSizeTraining.com, this page will help you find what you need quickly, without overwhelm.

This site is designed for people who:

  • Are heavier, larger-framed, or tall
  • Want to walk or train safely and comfortably
  • Care more about durability and fit than trends
  • Prefer practical guidance over motivational hype

If that sounds like you, you are in the right place.

If you are new to walking or restarting

Start with these foundational guides:

  • Walking at Plus Size: What Actually Matters
  • Asphalt vs Trails: How Terrain Changes Shoe Choice
  • How to Avoid Common Foot and Joint Problems Early

These articles explain the basics that are often skipped but make the biggest difference.

If you are choosing walking shoes or insoles

Gear selection is one of the most common pain points.

Recommended starting points:

  • How to Choose Walking Shoes When You’re Heavy
  • Best Walking Shoes for Plus-Size Walkers (Durability Focus)
  • Insoles for Heavy Walkers: What Helps and What Doesn’t

These guides focus on fit, cushioning, stability, and longevity.

If joint comfort and pain prevention matter to you

If you walk for health and want to protect knees, hips, or feet:

  • Do Walking Poles Reduce Joint Load?
  • Plantar Fasciitis and Plus-Size Walking: Practical Gear Choices
  • Common Gear Mistakes That Cause Pain

The emphasis is on prevention and comfort, not pushing through pain.

If you want gear that lasts

Higher load changes wear patterns.

Look here for:

  • Shoe durability comparisons
  • Gear failure points to watch for
  • What is worth paying more for, and what is not

These articles are especially useful if you are tired of replacing gear too often.

How to use this site

You do not need to read everything.

  • Start with what matches your current problem
  • Follow links between related articles
  • Revisit guides as your needs change

This site grows over time, and this page will be updated as new content is added.

One last thing

You do not need to wait until everything is perfect to start moving.
You do need information that respects your body and your reality.

That is what PlusSizeTraining.com is built for.