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Since some of us have started walking, jogging, skipping, laughing etc, I
thought I would share this interesting article:
Saving & spending
6 specialist tips for your best athletic shoe fit
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Ever stood in front of the wall of shoes at your local athletic store and
been overwhelmed by the sheer choice of makes and models? Even if the
display is sorted by sport, you need expert advice to make the right shoe
fit.
"Good shoes are the most sound investment you can make when it comes to
your fitness program," says John Reeves, purchasing manager for Running
Room. "If you're sensible with your training, the right shoes will help
prevent injuries." They'll also make your workout more pleasurable by
reducing aches and pains. And since your feet are as unique as you are,
your best sports shoes are within reach if you can assess the abundant
options and configurations available.
Here's how.
1. Get fitted by an expert. Rather than trust a random sales kid at the
mall or one who works on commission, take the time to visit a store
that specializes in your preferred sport. These sales professionals
better understand how to support your foot properly even if you have
high or low arches, flat feet or a rigid or flexible foot.
Expert tip: "Running and walking shoes are designed for a forward
motion and cushion the impact specific to those sports," explains
John Reeves. "Cross trainers and aerobic shoes are designed for more
lateral support and toe flexibility. If you use them exclusively as
your running shoes, you'll risk injury."
2. Give details. Are you planning on working out every morning or once a
week? "Your fitness history, goals, past injuries, the type of
training you do and what has or hasn't worked in the past will help
an athletic shoe specialist give you the best advice," advises Mr.
Reeves.
3. Bring your old shoes. "Knowledgeable staff can 'read' the wear
pattern on your old shoes," he says. This can help identify any
predominant pattern in the rolling motion of your foot — called
pronation by the experts. "After first ground contact, if your foot
rolls inward excessively, you overpronate," explains our expert.
"This is usually accompanied by low or flat arches and means the
inside of the sole wears more than the outside. Conversely, if your
shoe wears along the outside of the sole, you underpronate and are
likely to have high and/or rigid arches." If you have a neutral foot
or need help with pronation, an expert can recommend shoes that give
you the best stability, cushioning and motion control.
4. Try more than one model. Now that you know about pronation, try on at
least two or three models that are designed to help correct your
problem. Compare the fit; walk or run in each pair for some time
while in the store. "Most specialty running stores will allow you to
try out shoes at the gym or on a treadmill to ensure correct fit and
support," says our expert. Chances are one pair will feel best.
"You'll find that your new shoes choose you."
5. Keep your feet snug — but not squashed. "Pressure spots or loose
fitting shoes will make you susceptible to blisters," he cautions.
"If your foot slides excessively, you will also lose energy on the
push off." You'll want to feel supported without discomfort when you
pull the laces.
Expert tip: "Bring socks with you since it's important to be fitted
with the same socks you'll wear during your workouts."
6. Don't wait for your old shoes to wear out. "The key to keeping off
the injury list is to replace your shoes once they begin to wear or
break down," advises John Reeves. "Even though the shoe's upper may
be in great shape, the cushioning and support could be lost."
Moyez Kamani. CISA, CTM, CICA.
Sr. Audit Manager
Info. Systems & Tech. (IS&T) Audit
Phone: (416) 866.7742
Fax: (416) 866-5167
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