| Buying athletic shoes is more difficult than most people | | | | players must not only run, but often run on their toes or |
| know. Not all athletic shoes are appropriate for all | | | | run backwards, so having this type of shoe is |
| sports, so there is a wide selection of shoes to | | | | important. To select a tennis shoe, try on several pairs |
| choose from, making it difficult to make a selection. | | | | and check to make sure that they are not too narrow, |
| Here are some of the most popular types of athletic | | | | that there is enough room between your toes and the |
| shoes, how they can be used, and how to make a | | | | toe of the shoe, and that the shoes are not damaged |
| selection. | | | | in any way before you buy them. |
| Running shoes | | | | Walking Shoes |
| Running shoes come in a number of brands and styles | | | | Walking shoes are different than running shoes |
| and it is important for you to understand how these | | | | because of the type of strain put on the foot and the |
| shoes should be used. Running shoes provide support | | | | difference in difficulty. Walking shoes often look like |
| for runners and often have additional cushioning that | | | | running shoes, but will have different levels of padding |
| helps protect the knees and back from the stress and | | | | or support. To choose a walking shoe, select several |
| strain caused by running on hard surfaces. A running | | | | different pairs from the store shelves and make time |
| shoe will completely enclose your foot and will often | | | | to try them on. Lace them up all the way, even though |
| have ankle support so that you don't injure yourself. | | | | you may be tempted not to, so you can see how well |
| Choose a running shoe by trying on several different | | | | they fit when they are tied. Put on both shoes and |
| pairs and making sure the shoe you eventually select | | | | walk around the store to see how well they support |
| fits you well. | | | | you as you walk. Check for any defects and make |
| Tennis Shoes | | | | sure there is enough room between the toe of the |
| Tennis shoes are a bit different than running shoes, | | | | shoe and your own toes for comfort. |
| although many people refer to both types of shoes as | | | | By understanding the differences between the many |
| ?sneakers.? Tennis shoes are more elongated and | | | | athletic shoes available, you will be better able to find a |
| narrow than running shoes because of the type of | | | | pair that meets your athletic needs and also feels |
| athleticism that is required on the tennis court. Tennis | | | | comfortable on your feet. |