The Nike Free Running Shoes - a Unique Pair of Sneakers
December 21, 2009 by Jacquie
Filed under Reviews, Running Shoes
Want a sneaker that will help you run faster and more importantly injury free? Nike Free running shoes could be the answer. Strong feet are necessary to run injury free and fast, and the Nike Free 5.0 facilitates the natural motion of your feet which works to not only strengthen your feet, but your entire body.
Nike Free running shoes were inspired by the idea of barefoot training - running free. The sole on the sneaker is very flexible, so the shoe can bend as your foot dictates. Nike’s idea is that your foot controls the sneaker, not the other way around.
Most runners immobilize the foot, which results in muscle atrophy. These Nike Free shoes re-engage those muscles, which takes a bit of adjustment. So, if you think that this sneaker fits into your training program, then you need to gradually build them into your runs. The Free can be worn on all runs including trail running and uneven surfaces though it will take time to gain that strength in your feet. If you buy a pair of these running shoes, Nike includes a training program.
The Nike Free features a seamless upper consisting of a meshy material that is breathable, soft and smooth to the touch. The Free has multiple cuts in it to help natural movement of your foot, as well as provide a measure of ventilation. Reviews of the Nike Free say that they feel comfortable as it fits like a sock and allows the foot to bend freely with no resistance whatsoever. It’s a superb feeling as you run in the natural heel-to-toe pronation movement.
Nike Free shoes will let you experience the barefoot on the grass biomechanics that help train the foot and strengthen the natural movement of your feet. So, there you have it, a unique, lightweight (8.4 ounces) sneaker that gives you a leg up in training and allows your feet comfort as well as the freedom of movement. You will use muscles you never thought you had!
Pick up a pair of Nike Free’s today from Roadrunner Sports
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thomaspernack on Wed, 23rd Dec 2009 12:15 am
I do like the free’s but if you really want barefoot running training and also train muscles you’ve never used you may want to try the vff’s