Going for sports is a good thing, and to feel in good physical shape and enjoy a fit figure is also pleasant.
To keep your body in good shape, it is not necessary to become a professional athlete. Enough regular exercise, such as aerobics. And in order for aerobics classes to bring not only pleasure, but also benefit, it is advisable to carefully choose the sports equipment, in particular, sneakers.
About what is the peculiarity of these sneakers and how to choose them correctly, and we will discuss this in our article.
Features
For sports, special models of sneakers are created. And this is quite fair. There are running shoes for running, basketball, football, tennis, aerobics and other sports. The thing is that in different types there is a load on different parts of the legs and feet. Somewhere, a high model is important for good fixation of the ankle joint, somewhere good depreciation is required, somewhere weight should be minimal, etc.
In addition, properly selected sneakers can significantly reduce the risk of injury or stretching under heavy load.
How to choose?
In order to choose the right model for step aerobics or its other varieties, it is necessary to adhere to the following rules:
- Sneakers should cover the ankle joint in height to prevent its dislocation or sprain.
- The sole should be multi-layered, but thin, sufficiently dense, bend well and have good cushioning. Usually, special springs or air cushions under the foot are provided for this. The sole must have a clear corrugated pattern to prevent slipping on a smooth floor.
- Sneakers should have a wide toe.This model provides good adhesion to the floor, correctly distributes the load on the foot and reduces the risk of injury.
- The foot should be well fixed in the shoe. The best option for a closure is lacing.
- Sneakers should not create a "greenhouse effect." Usually, for this, the use of a synthetic mesh at the base of the shoe is provided.
- For people with orthopedic problems, it is advisable to choose sneakers with instep support.
- When choosing sneakers from a well-known manufacturer, it is best to familiarize yourself with customer reviews posted on the site in advance. So it will be easier and the right model to pick up, and find out all the subtleties and features of the sneakers.
How to care?
In order for the model you like to serve as long as possible, she, like any other shoe, needs careful and constant care.
After training, be sure to wash off the dust and dirt from the sneakers. For a synthetic model, a sponge with a soapy solution is suitable. Shoes made of genuine leather can be cleaned using special tools.
Sneakers cannot be sent to the washing machine - there is a high risk of damage.
If the sneakers are wet, they must be pulled out of the laces, insole, turn the tongue inside out, stuff them with paper and put in a dry, warm place. Just not next to the heater. Sneakers will dry perfectly even at natural air temperature. After complete drying, they must be treated with special care products.
