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Fill two small freezer bags with water, making sure they fit snugly inside the shoes.
Place the shoes in the freezer and leave them overnight. As the water freezes, it will expand, gently stretching the shoes out.
Why It Works: The freezing process slowly stretches the material of your shoes without damaging them.
3. Insert Shoe Stretchers:
How to Do It:
Buy a shoe stretcher (available at most shoe stores or online).
Insert the stretcher into your shoes, adjusting it to create gentle pressure on the areas that need stretching.
Leave the shoe stretcher in place overnight, and the shoes will gradually loosen up.
Why It Works: Shoe stretchers provide consistent pressure that helps loosen tight spots without causing harm to the shoe material.
4. Apply a Stretching Spray:
How to Do It:
Purchase a shoe stretching spray (or make your own with rubbing alcohol and water).
Lightly mist the areas of your shoes that feel tight.
Put on thick socks and wear the shoes around the house for about 30 minutes.
Why It Works: The alcohol helps soften the material, making it more flexible and easier to mold to the shape of your feet.
5. Padded Inserts or Gel Cushions:
How to Do It:
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