1) structure of running shoes
To understand running shoes and choose running shoes, we must first understand their structure. Running shoes, or most sports shoes, are roughly divided into three parts.
1. The outsole (or outsole) is the bottom layer where the shoes touch the ground. Wear-resistant and anti-slip is its key point.
2. Midsole, between outsole and insole. Elasticity and foot protection are its key points. Midsole is also a high-tech running shoe.
Part of.
3. Upper part, mainly above the insole, including the whole upper part of the shoe. Breathable, easy to put on and take off, beautiful is its key.
On the shoe wall of sporting goods store, pick up a running shoe and observe. From the perspective of outsole, outsole generally covers the whole.
The sole is covered with all kinds of special lines, and there may be many grooves in the middle. Most of the colors are black, and there are other colors.
Color, thickness is generally 3-5 mm ... The main function of the outsole is to play a wear-resistant and anti-slip role in the process of direct contact with the ground.
Yes, that's the effect. Lines and grooves are all over the floor. The outsole material is generally carbon-containing rubber, which is more wear-resistant.
At the same time, the anti-skid effect and weight are also ideal.
Between the outsole and the brightly colored upper, there is often a white midsole. The thickness of the midsole is about 1-2cm.
Its main function is to cushion the vibration from the ground. When people are running, the vibration transmitted from the ground to the body can reach the usual multiple.
If there is no midsole, running will do great harm to the whole body vibration. therefore
Various high technologies have been developed and applied to the midsole. For example, Nike's AIR PAD, Adidas' ADIPRENE, ASICS.
Gel, Mizuno wave, etc. They have different names, but their purpose is the same, that is, to try to reduce vibration.
Passing makes you feel comfortable and safe during running. The material of the midsole, in addition to the patented technology specially used by various brands,
Outside of surgery, most materials use foam rubber, such as EVA or PU. It provides good elasticity and is very light.
The weight of.
The midsole goes up, which is the upper part. This part is in direct contact with your feet (and of course through socks). It acts as if
A protective cover, in which your feet are safely protected. Among them, the first is to touch the insole of your foot. Look in the shoes.
Go ahead, you may find many kinds of insoles. Indeed, this part is also permeated with high technology. Such as insole materials, generally
EVA is also used, but the surface is treated to increase the absorption and distribution of sweat on the feet. There are also some insoles that can be adjusted
Support the arch to achieve the best fit between the foot and the shoe. The other part of the upper half is the upper.
This part is the most complicated and difficult part in shoe design. This mainly refers to how to realize the appearance, style and function of shoes.
Balance in aspects. Big-name sports brands often launch many attractive new models every quarter, so that buyers can pay for bags.
In terms of function, this part mainly considers: breathability, comfort, close protection of foot and ankle, firmness of shoelaces and.
Easy to use, etc.
Knowing the structure of running shoes, how to determine what kind of running shoes you need? Look at the sporting goods store,
Each brand has several kinds of running shoes at the same time, even a dozen, and new buyers are inevitably dazzled. Actually, running shoes are successful.
Generally speaking, functions and uses can be divided into the following categories:
(2) Classification of running shoes
First of all, the classification mentioned here is the general classification of running shoes by most running shoe manufacturers. If there are other classifiers,
Method, the starting point may be different. The classification here is mainly based on the user's requirements and usage of running shoes.
The way to divide. The differences mainly focus on the following points:
A. the ability to support the arch and heel of the user,
B. the ability to correct and protect the external splayed foot and the internal splayed foot,
C whether the sole is flat,
D. the weight and stability of shoes,
E. Road conditions at the running place
Under such differences, running shoes can be divided into the following categories.
1. cushioning-this kind of running shoes is mainly suitable for those who don't overemphasize the arch support and heel correction function.
Runner. In other words, if your feet are normal when you have a physical examination, you don't have too many inside/outside eight when you walk and run.
A word foot phenomenon, there is no serious sprained ankle accident. Moreover, the habit of running posture is generally that the forefoot touches the ground. therefore
This type of running shoes is enough to provide you with a comfortable and elastic feeling. In addition, the general weight of this kind of running shoes also
Lighter, suitable for small size and beginners to wear.
2. Stability-This kind of running shoes is mainly suitable for runners who need arch support and heel correction. compare
For example, when you run, your feet are slightly outside or inside, or your running posture habit is that every step is your hind feet.
Landing, or running at least 4 times a week, each time the distance exceeds 3 kilometers, you need to give your feet.
Give some support and protection. Then these shoes should suit you better. This kind of running shoes is generally heavier than cushioning.
It's heavier.
It should be noted that most running shoes produced by various brands are cushioning or stable. This is also from
On the one hand, it shows that most runners have these two characteristics. Moreover, the performance difference between these two kinds of shoes is relatively small.
3. Motion control-if you have proved that you have an internal splayed foot phenomenon when running (more serious),
Or your ankle strength is poor (for example, you sprained your ankle), or your weight is heavier than the standard weight, or you
Running posture is used to landing on all feet. Then, this kind of running shoes should be more suitable for you. It can provide more running shoes than other kinds.
More arch and heel support and gait correction can prevent accidental injuries to some extent. However, compared with Ku Sioni,
NG and stability two kinds of running shoes, the action control is heavier, of course, this is related to its protection of footsteps.
And is proportional to the damping of vibration.
This is a special kind of running shoes. From the name, you probably guessed that this shoe is suitable for cross-country
Run cross-country This is relative to the situation that we usually run on plastic track, cement and asphalt pavement.
If you like running in the wild, for example, on the muddy path by the river, or on the mountain stream path in the suburbs. therefore
The firmness of the first three kinds of running shoes can not fully meet the requirements. Cross-country running shoes are generally characterized by the lines of the outsole.
Exaggerated and thick, the sole is hard, the upper material is generally waterproof, and the shoelaces can be stored in special grooves.
This is mainly because the outdoor road surface is complex, and there are many stones, sand and muddy water, which requires stronger and harder soles.
At the same time, the surface of the shoe has a certain waterproof function, and in addition, it is necessary to avoid the danger that the shoelaces are caught by branches and grass sticks. However, this
There is no special increase in the weight of similar shoes compared with before. After all, it's still running shoes, but the appearance is better: because of the wildness
In the special environment outside, cross-country running shoes are generally not designed in white, green, red and other colors, but often use land and rocks.
Black, yellow, dark gray and other colors can often be distinguished at a glance on the shop shoe wall, as well as the lines of the soles.
One of its characteristics.
However, it should be noted that TRA is not recommended in most cases if running on cement and asphalt pavement.
IL-type running shoes, because the external shading path of such running shoes is often too prominent, leading to increased local pressure. On a flat road surface,
On the other hand, it can't play a sufficient buffering role. Also, protruding lines are easier to smooth quickly, and then you need to
It's time to consider buying new shoes.
One more word: just to remind everyone that the field situation is more complicated and requires higher self-protection. Really?
On the premise of fully understanding the road conditions, try not to engage in too difficult cross-country running. Moreover, running shoes and professional hiking shoes
Never compare, never try to go hiking in cross-country running shoes and backpacks. (unless the shoe manufacturer has a clear
Declare that shoes are capable of carrying loads to a certain extent). In addition, cross-country running is best done together, so that you can compete with each other.
This concern.
5. Racing & Track and Field-In fact, the application scope of this kind of running shoes is relatively narrow, due to the development of competitive sports.
This kind of shoes has become more and more professional. They mainly provide professional athletes with the greatest potential and achieve good results in the competition.
Grades. Therefore, the emphasis of this kind of shoes is different from that of ordinary running shoes. Light, thin and quick response are its characteristics.
. Don't be too professional unless you have enough confidence in your sports level and skills. In addition, this kind of shoes
Life expectancy is generally not long. In addition to special marathon shoes, many professional running shoes may not last long.
(For example: 100m professional shoes for sprinting, you can't run well until you reach the finish line after running 3000m)
Running shoes are classified. Maybe you already know what kind of shoes you need. However, you can
Q: There is no sign on the shoe wall of the sporting goods store saying that this pair is cushioning and that pair is TRAIL. How can I tell the difference?
Besides, what kind of shoes should I wear?
1. First of all, the current level of sporting goods stores is really not very "professional", even if it is a regular specialty store or shop.
The clerk can't solve the buyer's problem professionally. Most can only tell you that this is the new model this year (in fact, it may be
It has been launched abroad for 2 years), and now it is discounted and so on. Therefore, if you want to be a clear buyer, you still have to rely on yourself at this stage.
Enrich their knowledge.
The network is very developed and can provide you with a lot of information. Big-name sporting goods brands have their own websites, where not?
Update product information regularly, and explain the characteristics and applicable people of each product in detail. Check these websites regularly, and you
You can know the latest products launched by various brands, which products are suitable for you, and the letters such as style and price (reference)
Rest. In addition, you can go to the forums of some runners' original websites to get feedback from others who have used this product.
Knowing your feet is a very critical process before buying running shoes. You can learn from the following points:
A your height and weight, do you need extra light running shoes or heavy but strong;
B the size of the foot, fat and thin, whether there is any special foot disease, judge whether it is necessary to widen the size of running shoes, at present, as new.
It seems that the running shoes of BAL ANCE, ADIDAS and ASICs all have extra fat running shoes for fat-footed runners.
Runners with this demand can pay attention;
Have you ever sprained your ankle or other sprains before? If so, it is best to choose running shoes with greater protection;
D current weekly running volume and running location. Don't run on the asphalt in cross-country running shoes to cool down.
;
E Observe the wear and tear of the running shoes you are wearing now, especially the soles, and judge whether you have splayed feet outside and splayed feet inside.
If the heel wear on one side is more serious than that on the other, it can be preliminarily explained that you have the habit of splayed feet. Or invite friends to run ahead of you.
When you walk, you can observe your accustomed posture from behind, and you can also make more accurate judgments.
F What's wrong with your running shoes now? Not only the feet, sometimes the legs will hurt after exercise, but also the waist will hurt.
Pain, even headache, may be related to improper running shoes. Find out the problem and pay special attention when choosing new shoes.
4. How to judge the type of shoes:
A cross-country running and racing are the easiest to distinguish from other categories, and the sole lines of cross-country running shoes are obviously exaggerated or even classified.
A structure like a football sole nail (such as ADIDIS SUPERNOVA TRAIL). The characteristics of racing shoes are obvious differences.
People are light, and the materials used for running shoes are very thin, even the shoelaces are very thin (to lose weight). In addition, the sole is also better than
Thin and shallow, it is enough to deal with plastic runways or asphalt roads.
B. The cushioning category is also relatively light, but it is not so obvious, and it is not so easy to distinguish in appearance. but
CUSHIOING midsole is generally soft to the touch and is basically made of a whole piece of foam plastic. Especially the heel part, no
A clear difference. On the contrary, stability and motion control are different because we have to consider the size of the arch and heel.
External protection and correction function. Generally, their midsole adopts two or more patented technologies or foams with different densities.
. From the appearance, you will find that the side of the heel midsole is often made of two colors, which is not just one style.
No, when you press the side of this part of the midsole with your fingers, you will feel different elasticity of different colors.
This is a double density midsole. In running, this asymmetric elasticity is used to help you correct irregularities.
This is a real step. What's more, the soles of motion control are generally flat, and the stability is often enough.
The arch of the foot and the outsole of the heel are obviously contracted and supported by hard plastic pads (different brands use different technologies, in contrast,
Such as adidas TORTION system). As for the shock buffer release technology, it goes without saying that everyone must have it.
Yes, for example, Adidas has ADIPRENE, ADIPRENE PLUS, ASICS has GEL and Aharhaheel, New B.
Balance has ABZORB, Reebok has DMX, Nike has AIR, AIR MAX and so on. The roles are basically the same, choose
The world varies from person to person.
C. Knowing these situations, you can generally distinguish different kinds of running shoes, which is very important for making the right choice.
Very helpful.
5. Other suggestions for choosing running shoes
A. You buy shoes to wear, and you buy running shoes to run. So you'd better wear running shoes when running.
Wear socks so that the size of shoes can be more accurate.
B: You'd better buy running shoes that are half smaller or one size larger than the shoes you usually wear. Sometimes, you think the shoes are a little tight, and the clerk makes a mistake.
Lazy, I tell you, this size is unique, it will be loose. Don't believe this at this time, because tight shoes are forever.
Tighter than loose shoes. Too tight running shoes (except short running shoes) will cause extra pressure on the feet when worn for a long time.
It is easy to get tired or cause pain in all parts of the body.
C. When buying running shoes, be sure to try them on with both feet. After patiently tying all the shoelaces, stand up, take a walk and do some exercise.
Do it. Feel it. Generally speaking, the big toe will feel neither squeezing nor pressure. Shoes with raised heels.
Don't shake or slide. When tying shoelaces, the arch and foot surface should be just close to the shoes and not loose.
To figure out the right size running shoes.
D. At present, many merchants promise to know the situation clearly if there is a problem package to be returned within three months. If there's a problem,
You must come and replace it. In foreign countries, as long as it doesn't fit, you can change it at any time. (Of course, it will be damaged if it is worn out.
Lost).