Do Your Shoes Fit Properly – Part 2.

So in part 1 (see here) we started to explore why we wear shoes and that a lot of people can suffer with different foot problems just because they might be wearing the wrong size shoes or sneakers. If you are suffering with foot problems, then this article is no substitute to gaining a proper assessment from a fully qualified foot specialist, however it might give you a few insights into what to look out for when buying shoes.

So in this post we are going to look at a few different parts of the shoe and some of the issues you might get with them.

The Toe Box:

This is the part of the shoe where you put your toes.  There needs to be enough room to wriggle your toes and it should be comfortable.  How much room your toes have in the toe box, is partly determined by the shape of the front of the shoe.  If the sneaker is rounded at the front it will mean that there is more room for your toes than footwear that is more pointed at the front.

If the toe box does not hold enough room for your toes then you will feel that your toes are being “squeezed together” and if you wear them for a long time you may get blisters on the sides of your toes.  If the footwear of your choice has a very pointed toe shape you may need a bigger size so that your toes are further back in the shoe, therefore giving your toes more room to move.

However, just make sure you don’t choose a shoe too big for you just so you have room for your toes as it means that it might not fit the rest of your foot and cause other problems. If that the case then try another style of shoe, just always make sure you have wriggle room for your toes.

The Vamp:

This is the part where the laces are.  In most cases there is generally a “tongue” underneath the laces to make the shoes more comfortable as it bridges the gap between both sides of the shoe and it is where you tie your shoe.  Sometimes you can have Velcro fastenings rather than laces.

The way you lace your shoes can have an effect on how well your shoes fit.  If you have a problem with shoes fitting at the sides or if you have a high instep (where the vamp goes against your foot) then you may be able to have a more comfortable fit if you lace them in a different way. You will be amazed how different a pair of shoes feel just by lacing them up in a different way.

The Sole:

Did you know that shoes have two soles.  The insole is the sole that your foot sits on inside the shoe.  The outer sole is the part of the shoe that walks on the floor.  This is generally “glued” to the bottom of the shoe.

If you struggle with your foot moving around inside the shoe then, providing you have not brought a pair that is too big for you, it might be worth considering buying insoles to put inside your shoes which help pad out the space inside the shoe (Also look at the way you lace them up).

If you find you are having trouble with pains in your back, knees or feet then you may need some kind of orthopedic insoles that also fit into your shoes and are generally custom made especially for your feet to help correct your individual problem. If this is a case it is strongly advised that you go to see a foot specialist (i.e podiatrist) and they will do a proper assessment on you and the way you walk to determine what needs to be done to rectify it.

In general, the softer the outer sole the more shock the shoe can absorb.  This is why sneakers have a softer outer sole as they are designed to be used in a sports/activity environment, therefore they are expected to absorb more shock from the ground before it gets to your feet and knees.  Think about what activity you will be doing and how much shock you need the shoes to absorb.  The more shock absorbing you need the softer the outer sole you need (most good retailers should be able to advise you on this).

The Heel:

Most people know where the “heel” of a shoe is.  It is the rear part of the shoe that fits around the heel of your foot.  Sneakers have a flat heel whereas in contrast ladies’ shoes can have a high heel.

The higher the heel the more pressure will be put on the front of your foot, so if you do wear high heels try not to wear them all the time as later in life you could have some major foot problems, like bunions etc. Like everything in life,  anything in moderation is OK, but anything in excess has the potential to have long term effects.

Given this, if you are a high heel fan, get yourself a nice pair of comfortable sneakers (like the Adidas Originals Superstar ii sneakers) so that you can alternate the heel size on your footwear from time to time to relieve this added pressure from high heals.

The Last:

It is the last of our explanations but this last one is also called the last.  If you turn your sneakers upside down you are able to tell the right foot from the left foot because of a curve near the arch of the foot.  This curve is called the last.

These are generally standard anyway and do not really affect your walking position, but we added it here to complete are list.

Summary

So there you have it, you now have a good idea and overview about the different parts of the shoe and how each part can have an effect on your feet.

Any good retailer should be able to give you advice when you are next out shopping so take advantage of this to ensure you get the right style and type of shoe to fit your feet – because everyone is different.

Being more informed is great, but as we have already said there is no substitute for professional advice, especially if you are suffering from unusual and unnecessary pain. So get it checked out straight away – its amazing what a few small changes can make, so why suffer in silence.

Do Your Shoes Fit You Properly? – Part 1

In this post we are going to look at the different parts of your feet and see what you should consider to ensure that your shoes fit properly. You, like most people, will have tried on plenty of shoes and sneakers over the years however, believe it or not, a lot of people make their final decision based on how they look.

Now, no one is going to buy shoes they don’t like but no matter what shoes/sneakers you end up buying, you need to make sure they are comfortable but perhaps more importantly that they fit your feet properly to ensure long term foot health.

So before we get into this, lets first just consider why we wear shoes in the first place.

Why do we wear shoes?

Quite simply, we have and need shoes to protect our feet.  If we did not have footwear we would be walking around in bare feet and that would not only be painful at times but we would suffer from endless problems and injuries with our feet. Therefore, in this modern world our footwear protects our feet and keep us injury free.

Now, even though shoes are there to protect your feet, there is another problem and that is a lot of people are wearing the wrong size shoes, and don’t even know it. Why do some people we insist on squeezing their feet into footwear that are too narrow, too big or too small for them, just because they want to wear the latest fashion or they can’t find shoes they like.

Potential shoe problems

The problem with this is you could not only be causing yourself some short term discomfort like blisters, pain and possible injury, but in the long term and in extreme circumstances you could potentially end up with deformed feet which often leads to operations or permanent disability.

So for example, you might wear a lot of high heal shoes that can cause long term foot problems, or may be have a pair of your favorite sneakers, such as the Adidas Originals superstar 2‘s, but you are wearing a size too small or too big.

The mistake people make is trying to make their feet fit the footwear they want rather than buying footwear that fits their particular feet.

So now we have got your attention, in part 2 we will being looking at each section of a shoe and discuss how it relates to your foot health, in order to make you aware of what to consider and what to avoid when you are next out buying a pair of shoes or sneakers.

To your foot health.

How To Keep Your New Years Resolution Alive

It is so easy to make a New Year’s resolution but how hard is it to keep that New Year’s resolution alive. Lets say for example your New Year resolution is to begin running and get fitter with the view to becoming a lot more active.  Sounds great doesn’t it?

However, if you approach it in the wrong way then chances are you are unlikely to go running more than once or twice and you will be lucky if your resolution is still in place by the end of January.  However, approach it in the right way and you may find that you achieve a change of life that you never thought possible.

You are only up against yourself

It is all too easy to make a resolution to go out running and get fit, but most people who do this think they can get up and go straight out and magically run 1k straight off from the word go.  Most people who do try to to do this have a bad experience and give up.

We have already talked about how to start slowly using a mixture of walking and running with the view to building up to being able to run for 30 minutes straight in about 6 weeks. (See our beginner guide for runners here). It is good to set yourself high goals but if you go into something with expectations of yourself that are too high then you will give up too soon and be disappointed in yourself.

Remember, its your New Years resolution and you are only up against yourself. This is where so many people get it so wrong. If we take our running New Year’s resolution example, most people expect to be able to run like a seasoned runner when they are just starting out and they are not in competitive races but really they are only competing with themselves. Understand this and you will forget everyone else and just concentrate on achieving your own small bit sized goals.

Too many goals

Another thing where some people go wrong is trying to achieve too many goals at once.  For instance not only do they want to start running, which might be something they haven’t done since school, but they also plan on completely changing their diet as well at the same time.

Now don’t get me wrong, we always advocate a good diet but again most people try to make such drastic changes all at once that it becomes hard for them to stick with their plan. If you combine your running with healthy eating then you will see some fantastic benefits, but stay away from fad diets.

Your body needs fuel to walk and run and any fad diet that consists of just one ingredient like the cabbage diet or the baby food diet or anything else that claims one ingredient can give you the body you adore is wrong.  Your body needs lots of different vitamins and minerals just to keep going every day and your body needs these from food.  If you are going to increase your exercise then you need as many vitamins and minerals from lots of different foods more than ever.

Fad diets will just leave you feeling very tired and you will blame how you feel on the running when really its down to not having enough protein to repair your body after a run, which consequently could lead to an injury.  Always choose a diet that combines the right foods for the ultimate in healthy eating.

Staying on track

So like we have said, it can be hard to stay motivated for those all important New Year’s resolutions.  It is so easy to make excuses as to why you cannot run today or why you will miss that run tonight, but if you start slowly, keep mixing things up a little and try different types of running, you will find that this will keep you interested and keep your New Year’s resolution on track.

And finally, do not be too hard on yourself.  You are up against no one but yourself. Build up gradually, set yourself small but achievable goals and give yourself little rewards along the way each time you achieve these goals (i.e. how about a new pair of Asics GT 2150 womens or mens running shoes).  By charting your progress and hitting those small goals, you will not only by amazed at how quickly you progress but you are more likely to follow through on those New Year resolutions forever.

Do You Find It Hard To Stay Motivated?

When we set ourselves a goal to do anything new, staying motivated always seems to be really hard to do. For example, how many times have you started a new years resolution to get fit, full of motivation and positive thoughts, only to find yourself a few months later deflated, demotivated and struggling to keep on track with the goals you have set for yourself.

So why is this? Lets have a look at what motivation is and then how we can keep on track.

What is motivation?

Motivation is basically a desire or willingness to do something.  So lets carry on with the fitness example above where you were motivated to get fit by joining a gym.  You desired it (wanted to get fit) and you were willing to do it (go to the gym).  Great, it was an easy choice to make to get fit and you also had plenty of enthusiasm, because you were motivated.

The thing is, it can be easy to become motivated and enthusiastic in your mind when you think about what you would like out of life.  Motivational speakers make a lot of money from speaking engagements, where they can spend a couple of hours motivating you to the point where you feel completely motivated and fantastic, but for whatever reason it does not last very long.

Why motivation doesn’t last.

Motivation is quite an intense emotion with strong feelings associated with it.  When you are motivated you are looking at the future positively and tend to think about your goals in a way that makes them feel easy to achieve.  It would be fantastic if we could keep our motivation at this high level all the time but our feelings are like waves, they come and go.  It is hard to sustain this feeling at an intense level for a long period of time.

So you begin with the desire to lose weight or get fit or whatever the goal is that you want to achieve.  What happens then, is because you are motivated and enthusiastic, your mind obeys your feelings and thinks of ways to help you, such as joining a local health club.   The stronger the feelings you have the more likely you are to take action and do what you have planned.  You may even start that gym membership at the local health club and really start to enjoy it.

What then tends to happen is your motivation level starts to drop drastically, because it is easy to plan going to the health club every week or twice a week in your head, but actually DOING IT week in and week out can be a lot harder.  At this point your mind can start to easily obey these feelings of apathy and then start to find ways to justify why you cannot go to the gym tonight, so you don’t go.  Then tomorrow comes and you mind starts to find some other reason to justify why you can’t go today, and so on.

How do you achieve your goals when your motivation is low?

There is no point “promising” yourself that you will go to the gym every week because breaking your own promises doesn’t affect anyone else but yourself, so you tend to forgive yourself immediately.  This mentality is not going to push you to do what you need to do to achieve your goal.

So to achieve your goals you need to call on a thing called resolve. Resolve means “to make a firm decision about something”.  If you resolve to yourself that you will do something no matter what difficulties come your way, it is more likely you will find it easier to use this resolve to replace low motivation. Basically you need to take on the mentality, to do whatever it takes to achieve your goal.

So, back to our example of join a gym for getting fit.  You need to resolve that no matter what the weather, no matter how tired you are feeling after work, or any other difficulties that come your way, you are going to go to the gym three times a week (hint:- it helps to have a strong reason why you want to go to the gym in the first place – i.e  to lose 40lbs for heath reasons).

Now, the chances are this resolution coupled with a strong reason why, will take you a lot further than just motivation alone.  To further help you, why not give yourself a few rewards along the way, such as getting yourself a new pair of Adidas Originals Superstar 2 sneakers when you reach a point in your goal (i.e. lose 10lbs).

So you can see that motivation alone just wont cut it. You also know that just thinking about and setting a goal but not taking any action isn’t going to cut it either. However, once you have made firm decision to do something (resolve) and you start to hit small little milestones along the way, you treat yourself to something , you will find that you can keep hitting those waves of motivation and enthusiasm to achieve any goal you want.

How To Become A Runner – A Beginners Guide

There are so many ways to get fit, but when a lot of people make that all important decision to get fit and lose weight, quite a few people turn to running to get started. So in this “how to become a runner – beginners guide” we are going to give you a basic overview of how to start running.

Running is probably one of the best forms of exercise you can do and has a wealth of other benefits too including, increased fitness levels, improved heath and it is also great for maintaining a good healthy body weight. And guess what anybody can do it.

Running is relatively inexpensive too, when compared to other sports, as other than a good pair of running shoes (for example the Asics GT 2150 womens shoes) and some running gear you are good to go. There are plenty of other gadgets you could invest in, but they are not essential in the beginning especially when are just starting out.

Some of you reading this will probably not have done any running since leaving school and others might have just started or are just interested to learning more, either way let gets started with our running for beginners guide.

Getting Started

We all have to start somewhere, but whats more important than just deciding to get started is to actually get out there and do something. If you can get over this first big hurdle, and actually go for your first run no matter how good or bad an experience it is, then you will be streets ahead of all those people who say they are going to start running, but never do (you know who you are).

Now you have decided to start, too many people make the mistake that you need to go out and run for a hour straight off, from the beginning.  If you have not exercised in a while or even if you consider yourself relatively fit, it really is not advisable to just put on a pair of running shoes and think you can just go out and run for miles.

Remember, you are not competing with anyone else and you want to make sure that you do not injure yourself by doing too much too quickly, so how long and how far you run is irrelevant. In the beginning you just want to start off slowly and then just gradually increase the amount of running you do over a period of time. The key is to plan a program that is consistent and builds upon what you did last time.

For instance, there was a great post I saw about an 8 week plan to becoming a runner, set out by Olympic runners Kara Goucher, where you set yourself realistic and achievable goals. You might be surprised out how little running you do in the first few weeks. You can see the plan here.

The sad part about even a simple plan like the one above, it a lot of beginners will give up far too soon. Many tend to find the initial running sessions they do is such a shock to their system that not only do  they find it physically exerting but their perception of running is that it is too hard, and they give up before they even really get started.

Yes you do have to commit to yourself to regular running sessions and yes you will probably struggle a little initially, but for those of you who truly commit to it and just push through those first for weeks, you will start to see improvements in yourself very quickly. As you improve you will start to enjoy it more and if you stick with it long enough to see the health benefits from it, and you will not want to look back.

Running Shoes

The good thing about becoming a runner is that anyone can do it. You don’t need any special skills, you don’t need to have expensive gear to participate and best of all you don’t really need to have any particular athletic ability either.

They only real investment we would advise from the beginning is to get yourself a proper pair of running shoes that are designed and specifically made for running in. Your feet will need proper support, so don’t make the mistake of just digging out an old pair of sneakers you have in the closet and think they will do (such as the Adidas Originals Superstar 2 sneakers – which are great sneakers by the way but not specific running shoes).

As a beginner just forget all the other gear and gadgets you can get, just make sure you invest in a good pair of running shoes, and expect to pay between $80 to $110. Not one pair of running shoes is suited to everybody so consider going to a specialist who can give you a proper assessment of your feet and the type of sneakers that are best suited to you.

What a good pair of running shoes will offer you is stability, good cushioning and proper foot support, which is essential to keep those unwanted injuries at bay.

Other Gear

Another thing worth considering from the off is a proper running top (refered to as a technical or wicking t-shirt) and a sports bra for the women amongst you. The bra doesn’t need any explanation here, but we will explain the advantages of a good running top.

A technical t-shirt is usually made of nylon and is not only light and comfortable on the skin but has the advantage of transferring the sweat from your body to the outer part of the t-shirt where it then just evaporates.  Contrast this with a cotton t-shirt, that most people start off with, where the sweat just absorbs into the t-shirt leaving it damp, wet and heavy.

All the other non essential gear you can get, such as sports watches, heart rate monitors, lightweight jackets, drinks carriers, ipod etc are not required really. However, as you get more experience and start to enjoy your running more and more you will probably want to invest in these other things to make your running experience the best it can be.

Summary

So there you have it, a quick beginners guide to how to become a better runner and what you do and don’t need to get you started.

The fact you are reading this shows you have a keen interest in running or a least you want to find out more about getting started. Running has so many health benefits, the question should be “How can you afford not to incorporate some kind of running into your busy life schedule”?

Running is not for everyone, but if you are one of those people who say you are going to give it a try but never do, then now is the time to commit yourself. As we said at the beginning you are not in competition with anyone but yourself, so go at your own pace, find your own level and more importantly just get started.

Now you know how to become a runner, the only excuse you have is the ones you give yourself.

How To Get Rid Of Shoe Odor

In this post we are going to take a look a how to get rid of shoe odor, which will not only be good for your all round general foot health but will also keep that embarrassing shoe odor at bay.

Sneakers are great when they are new, all clean and fresh.  The only problem is as time goes by and they are worn more and more they can become incredibly smelly on the inside. Before you think about dumping your running shoes and not wearing them again, if you take some simple precautions, they can be a lot fresher for a lot longer.

In order to understand how to get rid of shoe odor, you first need to understand what causes foot odor in the first place.

What causes your shoes to smell?

Well if you never wore your shoes then they would never smell, so what is it that causes the odor to start in your shoes?

When you go out running it is only natural that you are going to sweat and perspire, everybody does. Your feet have sweat glands too, so when you add socks to the equation, your feet are going to get very warm, moist and sweaty while out exercising or running.

This is the perfect breading environment for bacteria in your shoes, so if you exercise regularly and always use the same pair of running shoes, all this sweat and moist from your feet can get into the fabric of your sneakers and start to make your shoes smell over time.  The warmth of your feet and the moisture in the fabric are a fantastic breeding ground for bacteria, and this bacteria is what causes the “smell”.

Having smelly running shoes does not mean that there is something wrong with you, however if you understand the reasons why your sneakers start to smell in the first place you can try to take steps to prevent this from happening.

How to Get Rid Of Smelly Shoes

Now you understand that bacteria thrives in this dark, sweaty and moist environments, the way to prevent it in the first place it to keep your feet and shoes as dry as possible.

The type of sneakers you have and what they are made of can make a big difference, hence why a lot of running shoes are made with particular material and have been designed to make your feet breathe more easily while out running (e.g Asics GT 2150 womens). However, the main concept to grasp is to dry out the sneakers as soon as you can, to prevent the bacteria developing, before it has chance to take hold and start to make your shoes smell.

Here are a few tips on how to remove odor from shoes

Before Using Your Running  Shoes

• Are your feet dry? – Whether you have just had a shower or are lucky enough to be on vacation by the pool, always make sure your feet are dry before you put on your running shoes.
• Wear cotton socks – Try to wear think cotton socks, as opposed to synthetic socks, as cotton socks are much better at absorbing  moisture from sweaty feet.
• You have smelly feet – If you naturally suffer with smelly feet, then try spraying your feet with some anti perspirant spay (or use foot powder) which can help to keep your feet dry.
• Use talcum powder – Sprinkle a small amount of talcum powder in your shoes just before you use them to help get rid of any excess moisture that still exists in your shoes.

After Using Your Running Shoes.

• Dry them out – You want to dry them out as soon as you have used them so leave them somewhere nice and airy and not in a naturally damp envioronment, which can promote mold and the like.
• Use baking soda – To help dry them out put some baking soda, which is a natural odor nutrelizer, into some old socks and leave them in your shoes overnight. This will help absorb all the odors in your shoes and dry them out too.
• Deodorising shoe balls – You can actually buy some deodoring shoe balls specific for putting in your shoes after you have used them that will soak up the moisture and give off a nice smelling fragrance too.
• Footwear spray – Use a antifungal or antibacterial foot and shoe spray that will kill any bacteria or fungus before it even has chance to grab hold of your sneaker and make them smelly.  Similar to what they use in bowling alleys?

Not Recommnded

• Don’t be tempted to use aftershave, deodorant or perfume.  All this will do is mask the smell and the more you do it you could end up with a smell worse than when you started.

How To Get Rid Of Shoe Odor – Summary

We hope these post has helped you understand where your shoe odor comes from and with the tips we have provided, you should have no problem keeping that shoe odor under control, or even completely at bay.

Depending on what running shoes you buy, some are machine washable, just make sure you follow the instructions to your particular shoes and always make sure they are completely dry inside and out before you wear them again.

If you go out running daily, or very regulary, then it might be worth investing in a secong pair of running shoes. By alternating your running shoes you wear each time you go out running, they should be completely dry before use, which is important as you now know.

Now you know how to get rid of shoe odor, and prevent it, you can now concentrate on your running without worrying about your smelly shoes.

Other Useful Articles “How to tie your shoes properly“

How To Tie Your Shoes The Right Way

In this brief article you are going to learn how to tie your shoes properly.

As simple and as stupid as it might sound there is a right way and a wrong way to tie your shoes and prevent them from coming undone every time you go out running.

Rather than try to explain it to you we found a great short video over at Runner World that shows you how to tie your shoes properly. They take you through a 3 step process:-

Step 1 – Do a starting knot

Step 2 – Form a loop

Step 3 – Create a reef knot (This is where most people go wrong)

A lot of people get step 3 wrong and end up creating a granny knot, but with a simple change to the way you tie your shoes you can great a reef knot every time.

You might be thinking “Who cares, why is this important?”. Well a granny knot actually gets looser as you run to the point where your laces will keep coming undone. However, with a reef knot, not only do they look better but they actually tighten as you run, keeping your foot more secure.

So check out the video below and learn how to tie your shoes properly. Once you know how you will never look back and you could even pass your knowledge on to any fellow runners when you see them constantly stopping to retie their own shoe laces.

Enjoy (Note you will first see a short 30 second advert)

Ok, so that you have learned to tie your laces properly there is another little trick you can use to get some additional support from the way you lace up your running shoes.

Getting Additional Support

Ok, so now that you have learned how to tie a shoe the right way we have also found you an additional video that will help you get a little more ankle support from your running shoes should you need it.

Have you ever wondered, when you a actually lacing up your shoes, what the additional holes at the top of your running shoe are. Well, look no further, as we are also going to show your another short video that will show you how to lace running shoes for that all needed additional ankle support.

How to tie shoes – Summary

We hope these short videos have helped you in your quest to become a better runner. My partner has tried both these techniques on her Asics GT 2150 womens running shoes and thinks is makes a difference.

These videos and their content is not groundbreaking stuff, but your now know why your laces keep coming undone and how to resolve that. You now also know what those mysterious, and what you initially might of thought as useless holes in the top of your shoes are for, giving you additional support to your feet.

It’s great to keep learning and knowledge like this will just help you become a more knowledgeable and better equipped runner.

Puma Repli Cat iii

Puma Repli Cat iii Sneakers

If you are into your Puma sneakers, today we are going to take a look at the Puma Repli Cat iii sneakers, see what others are saying about this popular sneaker.

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Ok, lets have a look at what this sneaker has to offer.

Puma Repli Cat iii – Sneaker Info

Lets first have a look at the Puma Repli Cat iii sneakers themselves. They come in a variety of colors to suit your own tastes and have a very contemporary and sleek look about them, including the traditional Puma logo which is usually located on the side front, tongue of the shoe and heal.

Once you have chosen your perfect colour combination you also get the choice of whether to have them in leather (Puma Repli Cat iii leather) or suede and nylon (Puma Repli Cat iii suede), and are available for men, women and juniors alike. A perfect choice for wearing out on a casual basis and for pretty much any occasion.

Other feature of the Puma Repli Cat iii sneakers include:-

• Comfortable cushioned foot-bed
• Flexible & Durable rubber out-sole
• Low profile fashion sneaker

Puma Repli Cat iii – What Others Are Saying

We checked out some of the reviews of the Puma Cat iii sneakers and this is what we found:-

Many people like the design and thought the shoe was stylish and lightweight to wear, when compared to other more bulky sneakers. This is subjective though, as not everyone’s tastes are the same so you can expect a biased view from existing Puma fans.

One common point a lot of people highlighted in their reviews, was that the Puma Repli Cat’s do tend to come a bit on the small side. Many people found they had to order a whole size bigger than they usually do, and found the width of the shoe a little on the narrow side. Don’t let this put you off though, because if you like to purchase online, most good retailers, such a Amazon, offer a great customer service and and an easy return policy.

We did find a mixed bag of comments on the comfort of these sneakers. Many people were saying they were very comfortable, however, others liked them but said they was not the most comfortable sneakers they had ever had.

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Puma Repli Cat iii – Summary

So if we were to summarize what we found out about the Puma Repli cats iii sneakers, then they look great and are a good all round lightweight sneaker. We get the impression that this sneaker is used for more casual purposes than for more intense sporting activities such as basketball or long distance running.

Be mindful that the Puma Repli Cat does come smaller than expected when compared to other Puma makes so if you have wide feet then these might not be for you. However, a lot of people found that just by ordering one size higher than they normally did the fit was perfect.

We hope you liked our review of the Puma Repli Cat iii sneakers and found some value in what we had to say and if you look around you should be able to find some fantastic deals or even Puma shoes on sale.

Black Converse High Tops

Black Converse High Tops

Converse sneakers have stood the test of time and although they have been around for years, black Converse high tops are still as popular today as they were years ago.

Of course, converse shoes come in all shapes, sizes and colours but we have found black to be the very popular so in this post we will review the black converse high tops.

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Lets look as some of the pro and cons of the black high top Converse.

Black Converse High Tops – General

What can we say about these classic shoes. Converse hi tops sneakers, and low tops, have been around for years, and although they are simple in design, basically a piece of canvas with some rubber, a lot of people have been wearing them for years.

What make the Converse high tops so popular is although they are they are simple in design they can be completely customising to suit your own tastes and style.

For starters, although the black converse high tops are very poplar, there are a number of different colors to choose from – all black, black and white, white, green, yellow, pink, blue….. and so on. On top of that Converse constantly releases new colours and different styles every season to accommodate to changing fashions.

Where you can really make them your own though is to experiment buying different color laces to go with different styles and not only that actually lace them up in different ways too. Some people even take it the extreme and choose to colour their Converse themselves. This can be achieved by using Sharpie pens or even some fabric of acrylic paint. Whatever you prefer go wild and create your own unique pair of converse sneakers.

Another point worth mentioning is although their might not be designed for use with extreme sports, they are still pretty durable and many people do still use them for all kinds of activities including light sports.

Black Converse High Tops – Customer Feedback

Having browsed through a number of customer reviews about black Converse high tops, let look at what we found.

Pros

• 100% customisable – use different colored laces and laced in any pattern you so wish.
• Different Styles and Colors – Comes in many different colors, designs and materials (ie. leather, suede).
• Look great- this is personal choice but they can be worn with anything.
• Lightweight – compared to most sneakers they are incredibly light weight to wear.
  

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• Comfortable  – Not the most comfortable at first, however once your feet get used to them they can be very comfortable.

Cons

• Colour fades – the colour can fade, especially if washed repeatedly or left in intense sunlight.
• Get dirty – the rubber part, especially if white, can get dirty quickly, however, fairly easy to clean.
• Sports – Although comfortable, probably not recommended for intense sports or prolonged running.
• Size – Some say they come a little on the large side, so some advice ordering a half size smaller than you would normally

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Black Converse High Tops -  Summary

We hope this enjoyed our review and found it helpful. If you have never tried a pair of these classic sneakers then perhaps its about time you did. With their simple design and stylish look, they can be worn with almost anything and make a great pair of casual shoes for all occasions.

There’s no doubt about it, black Converse high tops are here to stay whether you love them or hate them.

ASICS GT 2150 Womens Running Shoes

ASICS GT 2150 Womens Running Shoes

More and more women are enjoying the health benefits of running, so in this post we are going to take a look at the ASICS GT 2150 womens running shoes, and see why these shoes are proving to be a popular choice amongst women.

If you are going to start running, or even if you are a seasoned runner, it is essential that you have a good pair of running shoes to not only help protect your feet but provide you with the comfort you need for running.

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Lets look at our ASICS GT-2150 review and see what these ASICS shoes for womens have to offer.

ASICS GT 2150 Womens Running Shoe – Spec Details

The Asics GT 2150 womens sneakers are first and foremost built for running, so although they would also make a good casual sneaker, if you are specifically after running shoes then consider these.

So lets briefly run over what performance features makes the ASICS GT2150 womens sneakers so comfortable to run in and give them that gentle motion control ideal for long distance running.

These sneakers employ an Impact Guidance System that enhances your foot’s natural gait during heel strike to toe-off. Your gait is just the pattern of movements your foot and whole body goes through as you walk or run over difference surfaces. So when running, as you typically land on your heal and then take off on your toe, the Impact Guidance System tries to maintain your foots natural gait.

The DuoMax Support system is their to enhance the stability an support to your feet, so as your feet go through different transitional stages as you run the DuoMax Support system will help to keep all the support you need throughout the whole running process

The Specific Space Trusstic System is gender specific – so is different to men and women. What this does is control the deformation of the shape of your arch as you go through the running cycle, therefore supporting the mid foot as best it can.

The ASICS GT-2150 womens sneaker also incorporates the Solyte Midsole material, which further acts to protect your feet. The material is really durable and adapts to your natural foot shape for added protection and cushioning where your feet need it most.

And finally the ComforDry Sockliner provides anti-microbial properties and further cushioning so when running those long distances your feet should stay drier, cooler and generally more healthier.

They do come in all different colors and styles so although their purpose is to provide a good running experience you should also find a stylish pair that you like also.

ASICS GT 2150 Womens – What Others Are Saying

We wanted to find out what other were saying about the ASICS GT 2150 womens running shoes to get an idea why these shoes are so popular and while reading the reviews we came across a few common traits about what people were saying.

One interesting thing we found after reading a lot of reviews, was how many people were saying they have never looked back since buying their first pair of ASICS GT 2150′s. Some of these people even admitted to previously being quite loyal to other brands they liked, however, when they tried the womens ASICS GT 2150 for the first time, as a running shoe, they were blown away of how comfortable they were.

ASICS GT 2150 Womens Running Shoes

Another thing we found interesting was the amount of women saying that where they had previously suffered with the odd ache and pain in their knees and ankles with other running shoes, but after trying the ASICS 2150′s they found them more comfortable and accommodating to their style of running. Now we are not proclaiming that these shoes we eliminate all previous aches and pains if you buy them, you need to seek profession advice if you do suffer with problems, however, we came across several reviews of women who commented on seeing an improvement after using them.

One ironic comment we saw was from someone who thought they looked ugly when they first opened the box. However, although the style is really down to your own personal choice, this same person tried them out and has since brought additional pairs down to the sheer comfort and control she gets from using them.

ASICS GT 2150 Womens – Summary

All in all we have found the womens ASICS GT 2150 running shoe are getting rave reviews for being one of the most supportive and comfortable running shoes around. They are incredibly light weight and the performance features they incorporate are truly having an impact on anyone looking for the perfect choice of sneaker for any amount of running activity.

We hope you liked our ASICS 2150 review and whether you think the ASICS GT 2150 womens running shoe are for you or not, happy running.

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