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Nike ‘Roshe Run Woven Premium’ Sneaker
Annnnnd the wish list keeps getting longer. And longer. And longer.
I want these so hard I can taste them, lol.
Best Way To Tie Running Shoes via Fit Sugar
Do you get caught in your laces on your runs? This simple trick can help you avoid the tripsies & is easy to untie (unlike a double knot).
Believe me, I’m not ‘anti’-barefoot running (or anti-Vibrams for that matter). I have plenty of friends who swear by them and wouldn’t go back to normal running shoes. But I do know they are NOT for me: not everyone can or should force themselves to run barefoot.
The primary reason? We’ve spent our whole lives in shoes. Muscles, joints, tendons, ligaments and bones have been accustomed to moving with support. Removing that support isn”t as simple as retraining your body: not everyone will be able to and you can cause significant damage along the way. It’s true that some people adapt to barefoot running easier than others. But those that can’t adjust may be putting themselves in harms way.
A good rule of thumb for sorting through polarizing fitness controversy is to consider a middle ground. Some people are staunch advocates for barefoot running (and/or Vibrams). Others are flat out against it. Middle ground: it”s between you and YOUR body. Minimalist runners should consider the possibility that it’s not the best choice for everyone. Running shoe advocates should consider the possibility that some people may be better off adopting a minimalist training style. YOU shouldn’t feel pressured either way: listen to your body and make choices based on what’s best for YOUR makeup.
Read more about the study and its findings.
What are your best running shoe buying tips? Send them to my Ask! Will be posting tomorrow. C’mon runners, I’m counting on you! Be sure to link to your Tumblr.
BIG thanks to the runner’s who’ve sent in their tips so far. Love them, really do, and appreciate the help! I’m a total goober when it comes to running shoes.
And thanks for those that voted on my Nike Running Shoe designs! Last count had ‘The Panther’ in the lead! If you wanna make your own design, and send it in for me to post (via screenshot) with your design NAME, email me at fit.villains @ gmail.com.
You bad asses. You guys make my day, everyday.
1. I call this one ‘Electric Sunset’
2. Love me some ‘Teal & Sarah’
3. Happy ‘Rosy Sunshine’
4. For Those Who Like To Stand Out ‘Loud & Proud’
5. ‘Keep Calm & Keep Running’
6. Rawrrr… ‘The Panther’
Which one do YOU like the best?
Hate them all? Lol, it’s okay! Make your own at The Nike Store!
Psst - send me a screenshot with your ‘model’ and what you’ve named it, and I’ll get them all together for another post! Email fit.villains @ gmail.com with your screenshot if you decide to play around!
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Pilates- and yoga-practitioner Blake Brody developed the in-studio workout shoes after an embarrassing moment in her Pilates class: Blake’s feet were so sweaty that she slipped off of the reformer and fell. Since minimalist running shoes are too thick and inhibiting for studio work, Blake set out to design her own. When I received a pair to try out, I was apprehensive (I love working out barefoot), but, a few weeks later, I don’t go to the studio without them. I wear them during all of my yoga and Pilates classes, and to much success, I even wore them to a few jazz- and ballet-inspired dance classes.
Via Fit Sugar
Not sure if I’d be ridiculed or adored, but I REALLY want these.
1. They are great for people with joint problems, specifically in the knees (and hips maybe?).
2. They can be worn for almost every exercise, including running, kickboxing, strength training (instability) and dancing.
3. They look like crazy fun.
Kangoo jumps have been around for a few years and have been making the rounds in fitness centers everywhere. I haven’t found any classes here, but I’d be very excited to attend.
