Running training should bring, first of all, pleasure, inner positiveness and results. A responsible and pragmatic approach to determining the type and model of your sports shoes will help to achieve obvious progress in running, and at the same time maintain health for many years of training.
Yes, there were, of course, in the history of sports and Olympic champions of the distant past years who achieved excellent results, running in ordinary sneakers. Suffice it to recall Emil Zatopek or Vladimir Kuts, who ran in training even in army boots. Today, the future belongs to new technologies.
The soles of the elite running shoes use high quality synthetic foam, gel inserts, and ultra-flexible rubber. The upper materials of the shoes are dominated by chemical and artificial fibers that can serve a person for many years.
Describing the running shoes of the world's top brands, we can say that they are aesthetic, comfortable, fast, lightweight, comfortable, shock-absorbing, and that's not all.
Company engineers: Asics, Mizuno, Saucony, Adidas, Nike found interesting solutions to many problems. Modern scientific achievements have borne fruit in the sports direction, in particular, in the production of high quality special footwear. Athletic running shoes, and this undoubtedly also belongs to the special category.
Training sneaker category
Sports shoes are divided into types for training categories. Modern innovative technologies make it possible to produce sneakers for all types of surfaces, for different types of running competitions, and also take into account the individual characteristics of the feet of almost every person.
Depending on whether you are a sprinter or a stayer:
- spikes (for sprinters);
- tempos (for quick workouts);
- marathons (for marathons);
- cross-country (recovery and slow running).
Depending on which surface the main run is on:
- rough terrain (forest, snow, mountains);
- stadium;
- asphalt.
The next most important category:
- depreciation;
- support;
- stability;
- pronation.
Global brands such as Asics, Mizuno, Saucony, Adidas, Nike present every year new discoveries in the field of running shoe technology. The choice is great, but you need to figure out what and what.
Half marathon
Asics
Asics in this segment is represented by the series Gel-DS Trainer and Gel Noosa. The purpose of these models is for lightning-fast paced accelerations at fast medium and long distances. The runner in these shoes feels great on any surface. Lightness is a positive characteristic of these models. The weight of most models does not exceed 250 grams.
Asics GT Series has good shock absorbing properties, but slightly heavier than Trainer and Noosa. However, they can be used for tempo training to improve speed indicators. If the athlete has a GT-1000 and Trainer, then training in the former and wearing the latter for the control race can make obvious progress.
Asics GT Series:
- GT-1000;
- GT-2000;
- GT-3000.
The outsole of Asics sneakers contains a special gel that softens the shock load on the athlete's feet and provides natural cushioning.
Mizuno
Mizuno is presented with a new creative series Wave Sayonara and Perfomance. These models are suitable for both short acceleration and voluminous fast workouts. They are also suitable, for example, for the race to the Gatchina half marathon.
- For running on hard surfaces;
- for running around the stadium;
- Wave Sayonara4 weight - 250 gr .;
- for athletes in the weight category 60-85 kg.
Saucony
The Saikoni brand, with its centuries-old history, has always been at the height of many sports and commercial hits. The design and style of these sneakers is bright and original.
For tempo, high-speed runs, the model is suitable Saucony Ride... This is a versatile model that allows you to make short stays in the stadium and do long runs on any terrain.
- Weight of sneakers 264 g.;
- Offset from heel to toe approx. 8 mm.
Marathon
In the choice of the marathon category of sneakers from admirers Asix problems usually do not arise as there is a wide range of different models. The running shoes of the series have good unique characteristics. Gel-Hyper Speed. Their lightest weight allows them to reach their maximum speed limits.
- 6 mm heel-toe drop;
- weight 165 gr.;
- for light to medium weight runners.
The Asics Gel-DC Racer has the same distinctive marathon qualities. They are made of a very lightweight and flexible material. The cushioning in the Asics marathon shoe is virtually non-existent in order to reduce weight.
The above models are suitable for light to medium weight runners. The average statistical weight of a marathon runner is about 60-70 kg. For larger people, you can choose an intermediate marathon model, which is Asics Gel-DS Trainer. They are slightly heavier, but still have the support of the foot and the minimal cushioning that Duomax technology provides.
Mizuno
Fans of the firm Mizuno know about sneaker series Wave, which has managed to prove itself perfectly in the sports footwear market. They are not as light as the Asics, but they are more versatile. The Mizuno Wive you can safely run in competitions and do tempo workouts.
- The weight of the sneakers is 240 gr.;
- Runner weight up to 80 kg.
Mizuno Wive Aero, Perhaps the most popular model for marathons and half marathons. The excellent ride of these sneakers allows the athlete to set different goals in training, as well as achieve maximum success in any competition. This shoe uses technology Dynamotion Fitwhich contributes to the development of fast speed. Despite their relatively large weight, they have excellent dynamics.
Adidas
In the foreign classification racing flats considered for use in marathons. The Adidas Adizero series is the most suitable for marathon running like no others. They are simply designed to conquer a distance of 42 km.
- Adidas Adizero Adios;
- Adidas Adizero Takumi Ren;
- Adidas Adizero Takumi Sen.
This entire line of sports modification uses innovative foam technology boost, providing maximum softness of the runner's feet. In addition, the effect of returning energy is created when the leg is repulsed.
Also, they use Torsion sistem, which is designed to perform the supporting function of the leg. Their weight does not exceed 200 grams, which is very important for professional and semi-professional long-distance runners.
Cross-country sneakers or SUVs
Asics
Asics is famous for its wide assortment in the off-road category. Such a wide choice takes into account an individual approach to each athlete's foot. Asics also introduces studded winter variants.
Shoes designed for trail running include:
- Asics Gel-Fuji attack;
- Asics Gel-Fuji trabuco;
- Asics Gel-Fuji sensor;
- Asics Gel-Sonoma;
- Asics Gel-Fujiracer;
- Asics Gel-pulse 7 gtx;
This iconic series with the Fuji attachment is designed to help the athlete overcome any natural obstacles on the track. They also use gel-filling technology.
Different variation of the tread system helps to overcome terrain with different surfaces. The weight of all sneakers is over 200 grams. because of the thickened outsole and the more durable upper.
Solomon
Solomon engineers continue to amaze the running people with their innovations in the trail shoe. The Solomon has a very strong upper fabric that protects the ingress of foreign objects and moisture. At the same time, excellent ventilation of the legs is maintained during running.
Solomon models
- Speedcross;
- XA Pro 3D Ultra GTX;
- S-Lab wings;
- S-Lab sense;
These sneaker models provide excellent foot support and excellent contact with any ground. Models with built-in studs are available, which are used when running on very slippery winter ice. Solomon is keeping pace with the development of such a new and popular sport as trail running.
What makes Solomon trail shoes different:
- aggressive protector;
- wear resistance of fabrics;
- tight fit of the leg;
- partial special treatment against dirt ingress;
- seamless top.
Mizuno
Mizuno is a great opportunity to get a vivid impression of trail running. Sneakers of this company in the category of off-road vehicles are professionally adapted for running on different forms of relief.
Price information
The price range of footwear of the above companies ranges from 3500 rubles. up to 15,000 and more.
Price depends:
- From the technologies used in the production of a specific model of sneakers.
- The quality of the material of manufacture (flexibility, strength, elasticity, natural, artificial, etc.).
- Shoe size.
- The popularity and rating of a particular model.
The sales leader is Asics. It so happened that the majority of joggers in the world prefer this brand. It is also more affordable.
At a price of 5 tr. the bright and practical Gel-DS Trainer model is available for purchase. This model is notable for its versatility, since it can run marathons and train in stadiums, and that's not all.
The popular firm Adidas is famous not only for its quality, but also for its decent prices. The same category as that of Asics, and these are marathons, can be purchased from Adidas, but for 11-17 tr. Such models are Adidas Adizero Takumi Ren and Adidas Adizero Adios. Nike has surpassed everyone in the price category, whose Flyknit Air Max models exceed 17 tr.
There are good, much cheaper sneakers from many popular manufacturers, but they should be taken if the attitude towards running is purely amateur.
Tips for choosing
The choice of shoes for running should be approached thoroughly and pragmatically. The quality of training, success in competitions and the precious health of a runner depend on the purchased model. Before going to the store, you need to know your physiological parameters.
Choosing running shoes should be based on the following criteria:
- weight of sneakers;
- running surface;
- seasonality (winter, summer);
- pronation of the foot;
- individual characteristics of the runner;
- the level of the athlete and the speed in training.
Perhaps there are some more criteria, but this list is enough to guide the choice of sneakers.
If the training process takes more than 1 hour; if you plan to participate in competitions or amateur races; if there are 3 or more workouts per week; if the speed is more than 11-12 km / h, it means that you need to be especially careful when choosing shoes for running.
What you need to pay attention to:
- The cushioning qualities of the sole, the function of which is to cushion the shock load on the joints of the legs and back.
- Supportive pads, the task of which is to keep the foot in the correct position and compensate for its blockage inward or outward.
- Outsole tread, which is selected depending on the running surface, such as stadium, highway, forest, desert, etc.
- The weight of the model is selected based on the category to which the athlete belongs: sprinter, stayer, marathon runner or triathlete.
Technology
The technologies of sneakers from Asics, Mizuno, Saucony, Adidas, Nike are a symbiosis of their many years of joint efforts, as well as a combination of the achievements of modern science in different areas of production. An integrated approach to solving the problems of improving the quality properties of running shoes has brought results that are now enjoyed by millions of people.
Some of the main technologies used:
- Dinamotion Fit at Mizuno;
- SmoothRide Engineering at Mizuno;
- Flyknit at Nike;
- Ahar and Ahar + in Asics;
- Gel at Asics.
Many athletes remain adherents of one particular sports shoe firm. I liked the first purchased model, and then there was the second, third, and then the series went on.
Some people experiment throughout their athletic life. This can happen for various reasons, including to improve results. Each company has its own flavor. Which of the listed well-known sports companies to entrust your precious feet is up to you!
