Should I buy a size up for sneakers? Decide based on your foot shape

Many people are unsure about the size when buying sports shoes, worrying that they will not fit their feet, which will make them uncomfortable when they exercise, and it is also bad for their health. The following is a comment from the editor of No. 5 website: Should you buy a size larger for sports shoes?

Should I buy a size up for sports shoes?

Whether you need to buy a larger size for sports shoes depends on different situations. Let’s take a look!

First, if the feet are the same length, those with fatter feet should choose larger shoes, and it is best to choose a larger shoe size. Those with thinner feet should not choose larger shoes.

Second, if you can fit two adjacent sizes of shoes, it is better to choose the larger size. Because slightly loose shoes can be added with a pair of insoles or socks. If the shoes are too small, they will be uncomfortable to wear.

Third, if you only wear one size most of the time, it is recommended to buy the correct size.

Attention to the size selection of sports shoes

"For the sake of comfort and safety, we recommend consumers to buy suitable styles according to different foot shapes." Different sports brands have slightly different sizes, so you cannot completely follow the size of your usual shoes when purchasing. Manager Ni said: "For example, the size 35 of New Balance women's style and the size 36 of couple's style have the same length of 220mm, which is the normal Chinese size 34. So it is recommended that when trying on sports shoes, you should walk around more, alternately put your whole body weight on each foot, and check whether there is enough space inside the toe to accommodate the slightly stretched foot due to pressure, which is conducive to choosing the most suitable size." In addition, when exercising, the feet will swell due to congestion, so you should try to buy shoes in the afternoon or within 1 hour after exercise. If you buy shoes at other times, you should choose slightly larger shoes.

How to choose sports shoes

(1) The instep should not be pressed, the shoelaces should not squeeze the instep, and the toes should be able to feel the elasticity of the shoe surface; there should be 0.5 to 1 cm of space in front of the shoe, the toes should not be squeezed together, and the big toe should be in moderate contact with the shoe; there should be 0.5 cm of margin at the heel, the heel should have elasticity to reduce impact, and the heels should face each other; the arch of the shoe should correspond to the sole of the foot; the outer ankle bone should not rub against the shoe upper.

(2) The sole has a large contact area with the ground and is relatively thick; the entire shoe is made of lightweight materials.

(3) Understand your foot shape. Flat feet are prone to unstable center of gravity because the arch height is not high enough. It is best to use arch pads when exercising to prevent sore feet. High arches have a small force-bearing area on the sole of the foot, so softer insoles are needed to evenly distribute the pressure. If you tend to turn your feet inward or outward or have had ankle injuries, you can first ask an orthopedic doctor to recommend shoes with enhanced local correction functions.

Things to note when cleaning sports shoes

1. Some antifungal agents may cause skin allergies in a small number of people, so it is recommended to wear a mask and rubber gloves when rummaging through the boxes for the safest operation.

2. When the shoes are dirty, you can use clean water and detergent to gently scrub them, then rinse them with clean water, and place them in a ventilated and cool place to dry, avoiding direct sunlight. (Do not soak them for a long time when washing, generally the soaking time should not exceed 20 minutes. Genuine leather shoes cannot be soaked in water)

3. Avoid using heating or open flame to dry the product to avoid aging, debonding, fading and severe deformation.

4. If the shoes are to be stored for a long time, they should be cleaned first and then placed in a cool and ventilated place after drying to allow the shoes sufficient time to dry to avoid mildew.

5. Separate the shoes and shoelaces and wash them with neutral soap/powder water. When washing the shoes, take out the insoles, scrub them gently with a soft brush, and rinse them clean.

6. Do not use a hard brush or apply excessive force when wearing or brushing, and do not use your fingernails or sharp objects to scratch the edges and corners of the printed patterns.