One of the most common mistakes when practicing sport in an amateur way, is to use the first sports shoes that we find at home to exercise, neglecting the specific aspect for which they were created.
Your feet
foot type
A very important general aspect is the shape of the foot; There are 3 types of foot:
From Normal Arch , where the footprint is curved, the arch is of a medium height.
From Arco Alto , which has a finer footprint and a much more pronounced arch.
Flatfoot : the footprint is much thicker and the arch is low.
Depending on the type of arch you should choose the shoe that gives you greater comfort.
Tread Type
In reality, "neutral", "pronated" and "supinated" tread are technical terms that have to do with the biomechanics of the body and with the way in which the joints behave during the race, depending on the angle formed between the ankle and the ground at the moment the foot hits the ground: if you are neutral, your ankle stays in a position very close to verticality; if you pronate, your ankle leans in and if you supinate, it leans out.
How do I know what my type of tread is?
You can look at the soles of your sneakers or your shoes , to see which part is spent the most; if they are more worn on the inside, you are pronating, if they are on the outside, you are supinating.
Both the shape of the foot and the footprint can contribute to the appearance of injuries or increase overloads in joints and muscles, so it is very important to know both before buying your next shoes.
Buy your shoes according to your activity
If you are going to choose a pair of shoes, you must take into account a very important factor:
What activity am I going to do?
Each shoe has a different design and the technical elements such as support, flexibility and others, are adapted to the physical activity and its needs.
Although having quality shoes does not mean spending an excessive amount, it does not mean that any shoe will be fine and it is best to make a comparison, by doing so you will be able to make a better relationship between the important aspects: Quality in relation to price and utility . We must think about what we want and for what. If you want a shoe that simply works for day to day or is for a specific activity.
It is not bad to invest a little more, think about the fact that the right footwear can prevent injuries.
Try them on and avoid buying based on a brand, color or size
Choosing a good pair of sneakers depends on many aspects and that they fit you well, it is definitely one of them, we cannot get carried away by the price, the brand, how beautiful they look or the size.
Each model and brand may have a different last and even if you order the shoes in your size, it does not mean that they will fit you perfectly.
Our recommendation is always to try on footwear.
Buying does not have to be a hasty decision, you can think about it well… take your time to try the ones that best fit you, look good with your style and of course have everything you are looking for and need.
When buying online check the return policy
Buying online is something more and more common, it is more comfortable, you have many options and sometimes at a better price... but you have to take into account the margins of error and review the return policies of each store before buying.
Fashion and sport, sport and fashion
Sports firms, increasingly aware of trends, have managed to democratize the world of sports by expanding its variety and we are already clear that we cannot use the same sports shoes to go for a walk as to run or practice Crossfit. There are not even universal shoes for inside the gym , although there are always versatile models that can be used for many activities. It is important to bear in mind that the incorrect use of a sneaker can cause injuries or make sports practice a bad experience.
Keep these tips in mind when equipping yourself with your new shoes:
sportswear
The "sporty" thing has been installed in stores and, consequently, in street style for a couple of seasons now and in a very striking way in footwear, which is worn with everything and at all times. With these types of shoes we are comfortable (and fashionable) but we will not use them to practice sports but rather as part of our casual outfit .
running
Buying special running shoes will be a challenge due to the great variety and specifications that are on the market today and that is directly related to the multiplication of professional runners.
Although there is an extensive guide on the types of shoes according to the different running styles and objectives , in order not to fail they must have two general specifications: that they have a flexible sole and that they are light, the ideal is that they allow a natural movement and that they have a good damping.
Training
The practice of functional training as well as cross-training, which combine different forms of exercise to work different muscle groups, is fashionable. It is a very versatile type of training and therefore requires specific sports shoes in which good cushioning, adherence, foot support and stability are key, and they must also be made of fairly resistant materials.
dancing
The most important thing when choosing Zumba, Body Jam or Balletfit fitness shoes is the sole , which must allow the foot to slide to avoid injuries, for example, to the knees. It is easy to identify them because they are flexible, quite smooth and with the characteristic circle that allows all movements to be made without complications .
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