Whether your idea of a workout is walking, running, going to the gym, or playing a sport, choosing the right pair of workout shoes is crucial to your workout experience. A shoe that comfortably fits your foot can reduce the risk of injury and improve performance, and can help you kick off your next workout on the right foot!
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What’s Your Foot Type?
TIP: With a wet foot, step on a sheet of paper and examine your footprint.
Low arches (Pronator)
• You need: Motion control & high stability
High arches (Supinator)
• You need: Cushioning & flexibility
Normal arches
• You need: Stability
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What’s Your Workout?
Running
• You need: Ample cushioning for maximum overall shock absorption
Aerobics
• You need: Lightweight shoe for extra shock absorption
Sports
• You need: Stability & flexibility for movement and less shock absorption
Cross-training
• You need: Flexibility for agility and support
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Stay Fit With a Good Fit
• Timing: Try on shoes in the afternoon or evening for best fit
• Comfort is key: Don’t wait to break your shoes in
• Wiggle room: Leave about a thumb’s width of room between your big toe and tip of the shoe
Did you know?
• 85% of Americans are wearing running shoes that don’t fit
• Average time spent on choosing a running shoe is 10-15 seconds
Buyer’s Tips:
• Average running shoe lasts between 350 to 500 miles
• Replace your shoes after 80-100 workout hours
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The Right Shoe Will Help You Prevent These Common Injuries [Illustrate this section with a pie chart with the title in the middle]
• Runner’s Knee 40%
• Achilles Tendinitis 11%
• Hamstring Issues 7%
• Plantar Fasciitis 15%
• Shin Splints 15%
• ITBS 12%
• Stress Fracture 5%
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Sources:
http://www.sparkpeople.com/blog/blog.asp?post=85_wear_running_shoes_that_dont_fit_are_you_one_of_them
http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/features/how-to-buy-running-shoes-tips-to-treat-your-feet-right
http://visual.ly/how-choose-best-cross-training-shoe-you
http://www.runnersworld.com/health/big-7-body-breakdowns?page=single
http://www.runnersworld.com/running-shoes/take-wet-test-learn-your-foot-type
http://www.aofas.org/footcaremd/how-to/footwear/pages/selecting-athletic-shoes.aspx