Whether you are a jogger, a runner or a baseball player, you need sport-specific athletic shoes for proper protection of your feet. Compared to men’s feet, women usually have narrower forefoot and wider heel. In addition, the hip-to-knee ratio in women is generally wider than men. This makes women athletes more susceptible to knee injuries. Many women also have a tendency to over-pronate ( extra inward rolling of feet), this together with the wider hip-to-knee ratio often cause patellar tracking problems. To manage these issues, ladies athletic shoes come with increased arch support. Let’s check out some of the important points for buying appropriate ladies athletic shoes:

If you are looking for good walking shoes, make sure that the shoes are light and flexible. A good pair of walking shoes, such as Reebok easytone inspire include upturned, curve toe at the sole which are suggested to imitate walking on sand. This allows your feet to roll from heel to toe with every step. Plus, Reebok easytone inspire is backed by its exclusive toning technology which is considered to tone your muscles while walking.

For women runners and joggers who regularly follow a fitness regime, opting for shoes with extra shock absorption would be a good decision. Running shoes like Nike lunar glide are lightweight and flexible and are exclusively designed for women. The Nike lunar glide shoes present dynamic arch bridge and wedged carrier construction for excellent cushioning, stability and traction control.

Those interested in basketball should look for shoes which include breathable materials such as mesh, nylon or leather for perspiration control. Basketball shoes should also provide proper mid-foot, ankle and heel support. Among the popular basketball shoes Adidas Pro Model basketball shoe for women come with breathable outsole and compression-molded EVA midsole for lightweight cushioning. Plus, its unique torsion system bar offers midfoot arch support.

To sum it up, your athletic shoes have to fit you snuggly without pressing or compressing your toes to offer the best comfort. This is irrespective of whether you want your shoes to give you a cool, casual look or to bring out the athlete in you.

Happy shoe hunting!

Guest Blogger: Nina