On the International Sports Day, we pick up a stylish pair of shoes and prepare for summer

For those who regularly go in for sports, the requirements for shoes are quite serious. Now sports brands offer a huge number of models for various types of physical activity. On the International Sports Day, ELLE found out what to pay attention to when buying sneakers, and chose the most relevant models for different sports.

Hiking

Hiking, or hiking, has recently become increasingly popular. Simple walking does not seem like something exhausting and unbearable, while a two-hour walk can burn at least as many calories as an hour and a half jog. It is not necessary to go far to enjoy a walk through the mountain landscape, you can practice urban hiking in the city. For a long walk, light sneakers with an elastic upper are necessary. Meridian model (on sale from mid-April) The American brand DC provides additional support for lifting the foot and increased comfort in daily wear. In addition, white or black sneakers will perfectly fit into a casual wardrobe.

Skateboard

Very soon, the ramps of city parks will be filled with skateboarders, among whom there are more and more representatives of the fair sex every year. The owners of the boards have long been familiar with the Vans brand, which has been successfully making shoes for skateboarding for more than 50 years. Beginners who want to become part of the skateboarding community should buy Vans sneakers. A universal canvas model, a vulcanized sole with a waffle pattern — all this contributes to a more comfortable skateboarding. By the way, this summer the brand is opening Vans Off The Wall in Gorky Park is a free skate school for girls with and without any skating experience.

Running

Runners’ requirements for running shoes are usually quite high, but this is quite reasonable, given that running is a strong load on the joints. The Nike brand recently released the Epic React Flyknit model, which makes jogging as comfortable as possible. The sneakers are lightweight and wear-resistant, provide cushioning while running, the upper of the sneaker was designed in such a way that support, elasticity and breathability were provided exactly in those areas where it is necessary for runners. Nike React foam, from which the sole is made, effectively smoothes the feeling of unevenness on the road.

Fitness

Fitness fans know how important it is to have light and comfortable sneakers. Many combine several loads in the gym: cardio, strength training, stretching. For all this, we need a universal model that adapts to different types of physical activity. The new Reebok Fast Flexweave sneakers are created using the innovative Flexweave technology, its main feature is the patented weaving of the fabric «eight», which makes the sneakers light, durable and flexible at the same time. 

Tennis

When choosing tennis shoes, you should pay attention to the sole: it should increase the force and efficiency of repulsion, this gives a significant advantage during the game. Not so long ago, the Asics brand announced a collaboration with tennis player Novak Djokovic and introduced a new model of tennis shoes GEL-Resolution Novak, which provides enhanced fixation and support of the foot. ASICS created sneakers based on the developments of the ASICS Institute for Sports Research (ISS), where a detailed analysis of the movements and performance of athletes on the court is carried out. The main priority of the development is to increase the speed while maintaining the stability of the player’s foot position.

Pilates, yoga, dancing, stretching

You’ve probably noticed that in Pilates or stretching, the instructor insists that you need to practice without sneakers. This decision is quite understandable: during the lesson, the foot should be mobile. If you regularly engage in this type of load, then it is worth buying special shoes. For example, the Nike Studio Wrap 4 is ideal for workouts that are usually performed barefoot (yoga, dancing, stretching and Pilates), they provide flexibility and freedom of movement, but protect from the wet floor in the studio and guarantee good grip on the surface.

Preston Aina

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