HOURS OF OPERATION:
7 A.M. TILL 9 P.M. (MONDAY - THURSDAY)
7 A.M. TILL 5 P.M. (FRIDAY)
SENSIBLE SHOES
Choosing The Right Exercise Shoes
When most of us were kids, there
was onjy one kind of exercise
shoe—the canvas-topped, rubber-
soled footwear conimoni/ known as
"sneakers" (or, in some quarters, as
“tennis shoes"). Our only choice
regarding these shoes was whether
to purchase the regular-cui or hi-top
variety. Now. however, with the
“fitness" revolution in full-swing, our
choice of exercise shoes seems
limitless. How can you be sure that
you've chosen the right footwear for
your activity.’ These guidelines can
help you.
Running Shoes
Activities where your feet strike the
ground forcefully for an extended
period of time (such as running and
jogging), require shoes with adequate
cushioning for shock-absorption.
Shoes for these activities must also
provide arch and heel support to
prevent the foot from turning in and
out. Padded heels (to protect the
Achilles tendon) are also important.
Walking Shoes
When selecting a good walking shoe,
choose one with flexible soles. Heel
cushioning is important, since this is
where your foot strikes the ground,
but since your foot swings through
as you walk, too much cushioning in
the front part of the shoe may make
you trip.
‘Aerobic’ Shoes
Ltke running and jogging, aerobic
dance can be a high-impact xtivity.
Aerobic shoes should have well-
cushioned soles jnd gotxi overall
support. .Aerobk: shoes also require
Running Shoe
Walking Shot
'Atroblc* Shoo
firm, yet flexible soles for ease of
movement. If you suffer from weak
ankles, a hi-top variety can provide
additional ankle support.
Specialty Shoes
There are numerous t>T>es of
footwear designed for specific
sports—bicycling, golf, football,
baseball, skiing, and so on. Each
shoe has characteristics designed to
improve comfort and performance
for specified activities. No matter
what your activity, the key to the
right shoe is one that,/t^ and
provides adequate support and
stability.
Does The Shoe Fit?
A properly-fit.shoe should allow
enough “toe room" when standing
so that neither the big nor the little
toe extends over the sole of the
shoe. 'Fhe heel of the shoe shouW
feel "snug" without pinching. For the
best support, the inner side of
exercise shoes should be made of a
firm material to prevent the foot
firom collapsing inward. .An arch
support that comorms to ones own
foot is also important for good fit.
support, and comfort.
Wear It!
Whether you run. jog. walk, or
“dance. “ shoes can nuke a differ
ence. The best e.xercise shoe is one
that fits your foot. Try on several
pairs of shoes by various manufac
turers before making your hnal
selection. Shoes are perhaps the
most basic piece of “equipment** for
any sport, so make sure >t>ur shoe
has the nght fit—then wear it. □
'«te wriAMirowi.