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Cushioning

Material or design in footwear that absorbs impact and affects comfort during repeated walking, running, jumping, or landing.

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Selecting sports shoes for different activities

Selecting sports shoes for different activities

Start with the activity, not the brand Athletic shoes are not interchangeable. Footwear designers balance cushioning, flexibility, weight, traction, and structural support according to the movements expected in a particular activity. A child who mainly walks or jogs in a straight line has different mechanical demands from a child who repeatedly stops, pivots, jumps, and […]