why is it painful to be on your feet for extended periods of time? Is weight a big factor?

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I’ve been working at McDonald’s for almost 9 months now, and any shifts longer than 4 hours, my feet start to hurt.

I am overweight, Last time I checked it was 230lbs. But I have heard of similar complaints from coworkers and people online.

Is it the case of too much of a good thing? (Being active and about)

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Standing uses a lot of muscles and even if you don’t feel like it, you are subconsciously moving slightly and readjusting. There’s also a lot of pressure on your feet

https://oshwiki.osha.europa.eu/en/themes/musculoskeletal-disorders-and-prolonged-static-standing

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