How to Lace a Tennis Shoe

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We’ve all been there. You’re rushing out the door, arms full of keys, lunch bag, and a slightly smushed banana. The last thing you want to do is stop and crouch down to tie a bow. Enter the "lace lock" method, also known as the "I’m too old for this" technique.

How To Tie A Sneaker Lace at Judy Roybal blog

Simply lace your shoes normally, but instead of tying a bow, tuck the ends back into the top of the shoe after you’ve pulled them tight. Or, use elastic laces that turn your sneakers into glorified slip-ons. It’s the adult equivalent of Velcro shoes, and it’s glorious. You slide in, give a little tug, and you’re off.

I use this for my beat-up garden sneakers. They’re stained and tired, but they’re fast. There’s no shame in it. It’s about picking your battles. If you’re just running to the mailbox or grabbing a coffee, do you really need a perfect bow? Probably not. Save the fancy lacing for the long walks and the blisters.

Why Your Shoes Deserve a Second Look

Here’s the part where I get a little sentimental about shoelaces. Changing how you lace a shoe is about taking control of the small stuff. It’s a five-minute fix that can stop a blister before it starts, or keep your foot from sliding around like a hot dog in a bun. It’s cheap, it’s easy, and it makes you feel like a tiny, triumphant genius.

Next time you’re sitting on the edge of your bed, pulling on your favorite pair of broken-in tennis shoes, take a second. Look down at those laces. Ask yourself: Are we doing this right? If not, give one of these tricks a whirl. You might just find that a better day starts with a better knot. And honestly, who couldn’t use that?