I have mild flat feet and spend all day walking back and forth in the kitchen. The hard floor puts a lot of pressure on my feet, and my old socks couldn’t hold up for more than a few hours. These have more solid arch support, and my feet can last longer before getting sore. They felt a bit tight around the ankle at first, but I got used to it after a day.

In hot weather, my feet sweat easily, and my job involves constant lifting and walking. My old socks would be soaked and slippery before midday. These are more breathable and handle sweat well — even after a full day, my feet don’t feel as damp and slippery. The shoes still get warm, but it’s much more comfortable than before.

I train for both half and full marathons, and with my old socks, my shoes would crease and cause blisters on long runs. These pair well with my ASICS Gel-Kayano 29 — no wrinkles inside the shoe, and the cushioning is enough. After 20 km, my feet still feel tired, but I finish without blisters, which is already an improvement for me.