These women's 900 cardio fitness shoes give the best bounce thanks to the sole, which allows you to change direction quickly and safely.
ID 8394197
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Features
Design benefits
wide ranging flexibility
The grooves in the forefoot optimise multi-directional flexibility
foot support
Reinforcements and adjustable straps for quick changes of direction
energy return
Sole offering better rebound for changing direction quickly
cushioning
Midsole guaranteeing cushioning for repeated movements
Design details
WHY WEAR FITNESS SHOES?
Studies carried out at our Sportslab have shown that fitness and other sports involve a whole host of different movements. Movements such as twists, skaters, tuck jumps, squats and lunges all come into play. Unlike running, which uses mainly linear movements, fitness activities involve hardly any linear movements. Our shoes are all designed to help you perform these movements without the risk of getting injured.
WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO TRAIN WITH THE RIGHT SHOES? Safety
Studies have shown that injuries caused by doing fitness are due to inappropriate footwear. 86% of people who get injured doing fitness wear running shoes. Our studies have proven that people doing fitness who don't use the right shoes have a higher risk of injury than people who wear specific fitness shoes. This all shows the importance of creating shoes that are designed especially for fitness activities.
DROP: height difference between the front and back of your foot
All of our fitness shoes have a 4mm drop.
This 4 mm drop means that you feel closer to your natural foot position (barefoot = no drop)
It's important to bear in mind that, if you're used to wearing shoes with too much drop, such as high heels, it will take some time to get used to your new shoes.
MULTI-DIRECTIONAL FLEXIBILITY
Why is it important?
Studies have shown that we need 1.7 times more flexion and extension for fitness activities than for running. The ankle's movement also varies depending on the kind of fitness or running you do. These studies have proven that fitness shoes need to be able to pivot in a very different way to running shoes. This is why we design multidirectional shoes specifically for this activity and its movements
FOREFOOT SUPPORT
Why is it important? Good forefoot support - a must for fitness - helps you stay balanced when you go to change direction.
FOREFOOT CUSHIONING
Why is it important?
The foot's main impact with the floor for fitness activities is at the front of the foot, whereas for running the impact is at the heel.
We design our shoes with optimal cushioning at the front to support your body during repeated impacts, while also stabilising your supporting leg for stringing movements together more smoothly.
GRIP AND ROTATION
This model's grip lets you change direction quickly and easily, while the pivot zone has less grip so you can turn and spin easily without pressuring your joints.
Finding a balance between these two needs is therefore essential. A combination of sensory, mechanical and biomechanical tests has allowed us to determine the right level of grip and which part of your foot is in contact with the floor as you pivot.
HOW DO WE PROVE IT? Product test
In our labs, our researchers analyse movements using sensors that precisely measure the human body's reactions. But because there's nothing like trying things out in real life, we also test all of our fitness products in the gyms where they will actually be used.
These tests enable us to offer high-tech products to everyone at a great price, with the sole objective of helping you enjoy your fitness activities in the best possible conditions.
NON-MARKING
The sole is specially designed not to leave black marks on the floor.
Can you run on a treadmill wearing fitness shoes?
Our fitness shoes have been specially designed for cardio fitness. They are also suitable for limited running on a treadmill.If you want to warm up/cool down before/after a session on a treadmill, these shoes are just what you need.
However, if you plan to only run on a treadmill or outside, you should choose a pair of shoes designed for running to avoid injury.
Fitness shoes, are they exclusively for indoor use?
Cardio fitness is mainly done in gyms and/or at home. Our shoes have been designed for indoor use.
Rubber is specially suited for indoor use as it is softer. Wearing these shoes outdoors on tarmac will cause premature wear to the rubber. The grip of our soles is tested based on the floors used in gyms or in your home, and rubber is designed to be more grippy when used in these places.
Specifications
Details
level of practice
advanced
Composition
Upper of: 30.0% Polyurethane, 70.0% Polyester
Outer sole of: 70.0% Synthetic Rubber, 30.0% Ethylene Vinyl Acetate