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How to choose running shoes for women?

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By KrukovskyPublished 2 years ago 8 min read
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How to choose running shoes for women?
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Running is a very low threshold exercise, no need for fitness equipment, put on running shoes, take a step, and you can start running. Then it's important to choose a pair of running shoes.

The soles of professional running shoes are designed with special cushioning materials and incorporate shock absorption technology, Adidas boost, Asics gel, and NewBalance absorb the material, which is used to absorb the wear and tear that the knee cartilage would have had to endure when running.

You need a pair of professional running shoes to protect your knees

I've met girls in the gym wearing thick-soled shoes, or height-enhancing shoes to exercise. (゚Д゚´)ゞ

Even if your running volume is small, the wear and tear on your knees from wearing unsuitable shoes is still great.

If you weigh a lot or run a lot, you need a pair of professional running shoes to protect your knees.

Characteristics of female runners

01. Wide Hips

Women's hips are larger and wider than men's. This physiological structure makes it easier for female runners to rotate their feet internally while running, creating additional impact pressure.

According to Runner's World, women's running knees are nearly twice as frequent as men's.

To alleviate this problem, additional support should be added to the midsole or outsole of the running shoe.

02. Lightweight

Although weight varies from person to person, women generally weigh at least 15% less than men.

How much weight they have is related to how much foam the shoe designer will add to the midsole.

Lighter women don't need too much-cushioning foam, which means that the women's version of the same shoe is lighter, softer, and lower!

03. Different Foot Shapes

Men's feet are wider and longer than women's, and women's arch and toe distribution are different, all these factors need to be taken into account in the design of running shoes to achieve a perfect fit.

Comprehensive Indicators

A good pair of running shoes are not cheap, and there are thousands of reasons to buy them, maybe it's a certain aspect that hits your heart, or maybe it's a rational consideration of its various properties.

So, what are the indicators that you take away from a pair of running shoes?

01. Appearance

Just like the first impression of a person, appearance is the first concern of many people when they choose a running shoe, but while it is necessary to look at the face, there are other factors to consider.

02. size

"Just because you normally wear a size 37 shoe doesn't mean that everything will be fine if the sneaker is also a size 37. Think about whether you will have foot pain after a period of exercise, and that may be because your shoe size is too small.

It's best to choose sneakers that are half a size larger than your usual size, with a half-thumb gap between the toe and your longest toe."

"You can feel when you try them on, whether your instep and toes feel squeezed, whether your toes are completely immobile, and if the answer is yes to both, then the size is small.

You can also observe whether your little toe is poking out to one side and whether the upper is deformed, both of which are the basis for determining whether the sneaker fits."

03. Material

Generally, runners rarely pay attention to the material issue when choosing running shoes, however, the material is also a consideration indicator yo~

Different materials may affect the softness of the running shoes, the degree of breathability and perspiration, whether they are durable, whether they wear out, and other factors, and even reveal whether the shoes are worth the money.

Breathability is related to the design and material of the shoe, so if you don't want your feet to be stuffy in the shoe, you should consider the breathability of the upper.

04. comfort

Before deciding to buy a pair of shoes, be sure to try them on your feet, try to do a few bounces, run in place, and feel whether the shoes fit and are comfortable.

If it is obvious that the shoes are uncomfortable to wear, such as the sole has an unreasonable sense of protrusion, the interior is too empty in some places, the upper is too tight in some parts or the pressure feels too big ...... (best to go to the counter to try them on)

05. Sole

The sole is also a factor to consider when buying running shoes.

The outsole (the layer in contact with the ground) is mainly considered for its wear resistance and slip resistance.

The thickness, flexibility, and function of the midsole (the main part of the sole above the outsole) are often determined by the weight, training content, foot condition, and running habits of the runner, but too thick will affect the flexibility of running, too thin is not conducive to cushioning and shock resistance as well as the durability of the shoe itself, so generally choose a midsole thickness of 1~2cm.

Shoe type

Now many running shoes will incorporate some of the main features to meet the needs of different runners, the main reference in the selection is the condition of the runner's foot and the usual running or walking habits.

01. cushioning type

Suitable for people: high arch runners, normal internal rotation, insufficient internal rotation.

Features: enhanced central cushioning, excellent cushioning, very soft midsole, comfortable foot feel. Most entry-level running shoes on the market are basically of this type.

02. Support type

Applicable people: Low arch runners, excessive internal rotation, extreme internal rotation.

Features: increased middle support, stiffer midsole, high/multi-density coverage from the arch to the heel.

03. Stability type

Applicable people: People with a normal arch, normal internal rotation, and excessive internal rotation.

Features: between "cushioning" and "support", both support and cushioning, provide stable support for the arch, with a stiffer midsole material.

Recommended Running Shoes

According to the feedback, the 5 most popular brands of running shoes are Asics (41.26%), Adidas (9.08%), Saucony (6.61%), Nike (5.19%), and Mizuno (4.77%).

I recommend a few shoes, respectively, as Asics, Adidas, Nike, and New Balance.

The recommended models, the price is relatively high, there are girls called small recommended running shoes, to high vaand lue okay to wear, but also versatile, so you eat dirt can not blame the small. (Last weekend spent half a month's salary to buy a pair of running shoes, don't ask me why I thin, eat dirt to eat (╥╯^╰╥))

01. Asics

Asics do as the first brand of running shoes, good wear is certainly. Digging deeper into the technical aspects of the reasons, including GEL rubber cushioning materials, multiple grip technology, AHAR outsole technology.

1) GEL cushioning material

GEL rubber cushioning material, introduced in 1986, is used in various products such as running shoes, safety belts, and precision instruments.

2)Multiple grip technology

In addition to the shock-absorbing materials having a high degree of black technology, in the professional runninshoees technology, ASICS also studied quite deeply.

With multiple grip technology, ASICS grip performance is not weak.

3) AHAR outsole technology

For example, when different people run, with different weight and posture habits, the requirements for the outsole of running shoes are different.

It has an excellent cushioning function and friction can adapt to a variety of wet and dry ground, the purpose is to achieve the maximum wear resistance of the sole.

ASICS GEL-KENUN RMB990

Ken means "curly clouds" in Japanese, so I hope the wearer will feel light and comfortable on the clouds.

The KeKenyans is a Japanese word for curly clouds, and I hope that the wearer will feel light and comfortable on the clouds. Whether it's functional or fashionable, these shoes are all about effort. Surface jacquard mesh, so that the upper sense of flow, but also to ensure the necessary summer running shoes breathable; SOLYTE clear cushioning midsole, more light and comfortable to wear.

02. Adidas

adidas Originals Swift RMB799

If your running partner is your man, then you must buy this one. The women's version is gray and pink, while the men's version is pure white, black and green, and gray and black.

In addition to the full sense of CP, the functionality is no less than the general running shoes. The mesh structure desires and for summer, a sock-like design with a PRIMEKNIT upper, a dynamic fit for the feet, running is also easy and comfortable.

03. Nike

NIKE FREE RN FLYKNIT 2017 Women's Running Shoes RMB 999

The upper of the running shoe is made of nearly seamless Flyknit, which fits the feet like a sock but has a strong supportive effect. Even in 40°C weather, the shoe doesn't feel stuffy even when running

It is a rounded heel that conforms to the human body structure, fits the ground, and is comfortable to wear; the RI-star outsole pattern can stretch freely with the movement of the foot, so you can run as naturally as you walk.

04. New Balance

Newbalance J.Crew 247 sneakers RMB729.53

Combining the professionalism of New Balance and the design sense of J.Crew, these are a simple pair of white shoes that can handle everything you wear and do.

The upper has a unique print design, low-key but very distinctive. The more embarrassing thing is that this pair of shoes are harder to find on the mainland as the partners can choose to buy on their behalf.

outside the words

Asics professional sports series of running shoe performance is very good, but the general public first look at ASICS o word reaction: ugly!

But ASICS's trendy sports line and retro sports line look a lot better.

The pursuit of performance, the first recommended or Asics

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