9 Healthy You: a guide to well-being Finding the right athletic footwear for kids METRONEWS SERVICE


look for in terms of style and fit. But parents recognize that buying athletic footwear for their children is different. Kidsmay prioritize style over fit, preferring a shoeworn by their favourite professional athlete instead of the sneaker that provides themost support. The American PodiatricMedical


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Association notes that the right athletic footwear can prevent pain and injury. In addition, the APMA notes thatwhat constitutes the right athletic footwear depends on the sport a youngsterwill be playing.


Basketball Young basketball players should wear sneakers that have thick, stiff


hen buying athletic footwear for themselves, manymen andwomen knowpreciselywhat to


soles,which provide supportwhile running and landing after jumping. Sneakerswith high ankle construction can support ankles during the quick direction changes that are common in basketball.


Football&Lacrosse Football and lacrosse


players benefit from wearing cleats that offer significant high ankle support.The APMA notes that such shoes are especially helpful for linemen and other players who tend tomake lots of sideway movements during competitions. Football and lacrosse games are sometimes played in the rain, so players shouldwear cleats that provide ample traction onwet and dry fields.


Soccer The right soccer cleats can reduce


risk for ankle sprains, turf toe and ingrown toenails,which are common


foot injuries suffered by soccer players. Soccer cleats should not havemore than a half-inch of space between the big toe and the end of the shoe. Soccer cleats feature different stud types, such as soft, hard or firm, and parents should look for the stud type thatmatches the type of turf kidswill be playing onmost often.


Running Shock absorption is


importantwhen choosing running shoes.


Maximumshock absorption can help prevent common injuries suffered by runners, such as shin splints. Arch type is important aswell, so parents should consult a podiatrist to help them determinewhich type of arch (high, mediumor low) their child has and then look for an appropriatematch. The right athletic footwear can help


kids avoid injury and stay on the field, track or pitch.


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