So, you’ve decided to lace up and hit the tracks. Congrats on your brilliant life choice! Here are some tips to help ensure success with your new running adventure.
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Get Analysed
Forget about chasing the trends, when it comes to running shoes it’s important to get the RIGHT one. Every one runs differently, hence every runner has different footwear needs. A gait test can be useful in helping you to get the right pair of running.
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The test is simply a process of running on a treadmill whilst having a specialist records your steps, and then watches the video in slow mode to examine what happens when your feet hit the ground.
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Through this, the specialists can then recommend running shoes that work with your bio-mechanics, hence improving your running efficiency and comfort.
Get your analysis at (appointment required):
ASICS STORE SUNTEC CITY
3 Temasek Boulevard, Unit #02-476,
Suntec City Mall, Singapore 038983
Phone Number : 6336-0801
Store Hours : Monday – Thursday & Sunday 11am – 9pm , Friday & Saturday 11am – 9.30pm
Get Technical
Do yourself a favour and avoid 100% cotton at all cost. Cotton retains sweat leading to chaffing and even blisters. Instead invest in technical fabric (mixture of synthetic & natural fabric) running apparels and socks, which allows moisture to rise to the surface where it evaporate. Thus keeping you dry as you run.
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Get a Plan
Having a plan not only keep you motivated but also prevent injuries. With the prevalence of fitness app, it’s not difficult for beginner runners to find a suitable one.
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Some of the running apps that are recommended for beginners include MY ASICS, NIKE + RUN CLUB and Adidas Train & Run. These apps provide plans comprised of speed, endurance, progression and recovery based on users’ performance and goals to make the running journey an enjoyable one.