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How to Identify If Your Adidas Running Shoes Are Worn Out



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By : Faith Villanueva    29 or more times read
Submitted 2010-09-18 23:04:28
Adidas running shoes are one of the best running shoes made available in the market. These shoes are equipped with one of a kind materials designed by the Adidas Company. Although Adidas running shoes are made with highly durable materials, there will come a point in time that these shoes will become tattered and worn out due to constant use. Thus, it is extremely important to replace them to avoid unpleasant running injuries.

Most people are unaware that their shoes need immediate replacement. This is because they do not know how to distinguish a worn out shoes from not. As a result, they get more muscle sores than before. To prevent running injuries, you need to know how to spot out a worn out running shoe.

The first thing that you can do to identify if your Adidas shoe is worn out is through observing the shoe materials inside. This way you can check the shoe's midsoles. The midsoles are the most important part of the shoes because it acts as a cushioning system and shock-absorber. Thus, worn out midsoles means inefficient cushioning and shock-absorption, thus there is higher risk to injuries. If you see significant wrinkles on the middle part of the shoes, then you need to stop using your shoes and replace it with a new one.

Another way to determine if your Adidas running shoes are worn out is through determining your total running mile. It is recommended to use your shoes only within range of 350-500 running miles. If you use your shoes more than 500 miles, there is an increased possibility that your shoes are already damaged even if it does not show physically. Also, you need to keep track of the age of your running shoes. Thus, you must take note when you bought it, and how long have you been using it. Based on the running frequency, runners who are running 2 days a week should replace their shoes once a year and every 8 months for those who are running 3 days a week. The more days you run in a week, then the more you have to change your shoes immediately.

However, whenever you are taking note of your shoe's total running mile, you also have to consider your weight. Runners who are extremely heavy have to change their shoes sooner than the lightweight runners. Instead of changing their shoes every 8 months (when running 3 days a week), they have to cut it two-months shorter. On the other hand, lightweight runners can extend the life of their shoes for a month or two.

If you are using the same shoe when running, you also have to monitor your shoe for early signs of wearing. You need to monitor for signs of increased body pain, paying particular attention to your feet, legs, knees and hips. An increased severity in pain means your shoes do not properly absorb force and shock lending you susceptible to injuries.
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