The equipment purchases required in getting ready to walk or jog are far less expensive than most sports. Light clothing and a good pair of running shoes are al I that is necessary You can dress for comfort by wearing light, loose, soft materials.
Suggestions for Warm Weather Dress :
light-coloured T-shirt
sweat shirt (if necessary)
loose shorts
white cotton socks
running shoes
light hat (it sunny)
sun-screen (if necessary)
Suggestions for Cold Weather Dress
Dress warmly in layers of material that are absorbent. The number of layers of clothing should correspond with the temperature. The colder the weather, the more layers of clothing necessary. An outer nylon shell jacket and pants will aid in keeping the wind and cold out.
In particular, you may want to choose your clothing from the following list:
long underwear (cotton) or tights
nylon shorts
loose track pants or nylon
pants
T-shirt (cotton)
turtle neck (cotton)
sweat shirt (cotton)
shell jacket (nylon)
hat (woollen)
1 pair of socks (2 pairs will alter shoe fit)
shoes
gloves or mitts (mitts are warmer)
Vaseline (to protect face and lips) on extremely cold days.
Shoes
The first and most important purchase for the walker or jogger is running shoes. Stay away from gimmicks, such as trendy sole designs, or unusual materials, as they might look good but their performance will not measure up to your needs. Try to buy your shoes in the afternoon, as that is the time of day your feet are most swollen. Also, consider your weight, because different shoes will perform better for individuals in a particular weight range. You should be selecting a shoe from the store's collection of training flats.
Some Tips to Consider when examining Shoes:
1. General Durability
bend the shoe in all areas to determine resistance, and thus overall strength
materials should be sewn tightly and the sole should be glued firmly for longer wear
2. Support and Stability
sides of the shoe, the toe, and the heel area should hold the foot firmly in place, but not pinch any area of the foot
when laced your foot and ankle should feel comfortable, yet stable and supported.
3. Cushioning
the padding on the inner sole should feel soft
a well-cushioned inner sole will absorb the shock
to the feet and legs considerably while jogging or running
4. Flexibility
bend the shoe at the toe, (forefoot) to determine the amount of flexibility - a stiff shoe will restrict movement and may cause tightening in the foot, ankle and/or legs
a very loose shoe will not provide adequate support
5. Stitching
a double row rather than one row of stitching, will promote longer wear, and create overall strength.
6. Alignment
when looking at the back of the heel, the upper shoe (glued to the sole) should sit straight up and down
in the process of shoe construction the upper shoe sometimes leans to the left or right, causing the ankles to turn inwards or outwards.
7. Tongue Padding
the tongue should be well padded, to allow proper circulation to occur in the foot, when the shoe is laced
generally, a padded tongue will provide extra comfort for the foot.
8. Sole Thickness
thickness of the sole will depend on the jogging or walking distance weekly
for example, a very thick sole is required for greater distances per week, but is a heavy shoe and is not required for less frequent participation and lesser distances
the thicker the sole, the greater the shock absorption, cushioning and overall wear of the shoe
9. Arch Support
Insure that your shoe supports the arch of your foot sufficiently, especially for the walker
10. Price Range
an adequate shoe for jogging or walking maybe purchased in a price range of $30.00 to $60.00.
11. Fit
remember that the most important aspect of your shoe is FIT!
you should be able to move your toes with ½" of space between your foot and the front of the shoe.
Suggestions for Warm Weather Dress :
light-coloured T-shirt
sweat shirt (if necessary)
loose shorts
white cotton socks
running shoes
light hat (it sunny)
sun-screen (if necessary)
Suggestions for Cold Weather Dress
Dress warmly in layers of material that are absorbent. The number of layers of clothing should correspond with the temperature. The colder the weather, the more layers of clothing necessary. An outer nylon shell jacket and pants will aid in keeping the wind and cold out.
In particular, you may want to choose your clothing from the following list:
long underwear (cotton) or tights
nylon shorts
loose track pants or nylon
pants
T-shirt (cotton)
turtle neck (cotton)
sweat shirt (cotton)
shell jacket (nylon)
hat (woollen)
1 pair of socks (2 pairs will alter shoe fit)
shoes
gloves or mitts (mitts are warmer)
Vaseline (to protect face and lips) on extremely cold days.
Shoes
The first and most important purchase for the walker or jogger is running shoes. Stay away from gimmicks, such as trendy sole designs, or unusual materials, as they might look good but their performance will not measure up to your needs. Try to buy your shoes in the afternoon, as that is the time of day your feet are most swollen. Also, consider your weight, because different shoes will perform better for individuals in a particular weight range. You should be selecting a shoe from the store's collection of training flats.
Some Tips to Consider when examining Shoes:
1. General Durability
bend the shoe in all areas to determine resistance, and thus overall strength
materials should be sewn tightly and the sole should be glued firmly for longer wear
2. Support and Stability
sides of the shoe, the toe, and the heel area should hold the foot firmly in place, but not pinch any area of the foot
when laced your foot and ankle should feel comfortable, yet stable and supported.
3. Cushioning
the padding on the inner sole should feel soft
a well-cushioned inner sole will absorb the shock
to the feet and legs considerably while jogging or running
4. Flexibility
bend the shoe at the toe, (forefoot) to determine the amount of flexibility - a stiff shoe will restrict movement and may cause tightening in the foot, ankle and/or legs
a very loose shoe will not provide adequate support
5. Stitching
a double row rather than one row of stitching, will promote longer wear, and create overall strength.
6. Alignment
when looking at the back of the heel, the upper shoe (glued to the sole) should sit straight up and down
in the process of shoe construction the upper shoe sometimes leans to the left or right, causing the ankles to turn inwards or outwards.
7. Tongue Padding
the tongue should be well padded, to allow proper circulation to occur in the foot, when the shoe is laced
generally, a padded tongue will provide extra comfort for the foot.
8. Sole Thickness
thickness of the sole will depend on the jogging or walking distance weekly
for example, a very thick sole is required for greater distances per week, but is a heavy shoe and is not required for less frequent participation and lesser distances
the thicker the sole, the greater the shock absorption, cushioning and overall wear of the shoe
9. Arch Support
Insure that your shoe supports the arch of your foot sufficiently, especially for the walker
10. Price Range
an adequate shoe for jogging or walking maybe purchased in a price range of $30.00 to $60.00.
11. Fit
remember that the most important aspect of your shoe is FIT!
you should be able to move your toes with ½" of space between your foot and the front of the shoe.
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