Since many athletes live in urban conditions, they have to train on asphalt or concrete surfaces. The main difference between an asphalt surface and off-road is hardness. It is during jogging on a solid asphalt road that the load exerted on the legs, spine and the body as a whole exceeds its own body weight by 6 times.
That is why you need to choose the right running shoes for urban asphalt. In the wrong shoes for jogging on hard surfaces, the legs will not only get tired quickly, but corns and various injuries may appear.
Criterias of choice
Below are some characteristics that sports models must have for running on asphalt:
- Sneakers for a marathon in urban conditions are equipped with a special layer in the sole area, which is designed to reduce the impact of blows to the legs during training. In other words, sports shoe manufacturers use a variety of innovative materials with high cushioning. It is better to give preference to models in which cushioning inserts are located not only in the heel, but also in the forefoot.
- The lightness of the sneakers allows you to save your legs from unnecessary loads while jogging. Moreover, asphalt is a solid, but fairly flat surface. Therefore, the likelihood of bruises is minimal.
- In order to neutralize the consequences of the individual characteristics of the setting of the foot while running, you should choose sneakers by category. Neutral is suitable for those whose feet are slightly bent inward while jogging. Stability will be a salvation for runners who pull their feet forward and slightly to the side.
- For the top of the running shoes for a marathon, the best option would be a combination of leather and fabric inserts.Due to the first, the sneakers will be able to keep their shape perfectly and undergo less deformation, the presence of the second component will provide the necessary air circulation during training.
- The sole in addition to cushioning properties must have excellent flexibility. "Wooden" sneakers significantly hamper the movement of the foot while running on the asphalt and reduce speed. In addition, the sole should be firmly attached to the main part of the shoe.
An anatomically removable insole provides added comfort as well as hygiene during athletics.
It is better for women to choose special sneakers for the weaker sex, since in them manufacturers take into account the peculiarities of female physiology. Unisex for running on asphalt is not the best option. Guided by these criteria, choosing a pair of sports shoes suitable for a marathon will not be difficult. In addition, you can always turn to qualified consultants for help in specialized sports stores.
