How to tie the running shoes?0 comments

As runners we invest a lot of time and effort when choosing our running shoes, we consult the internet, ask friends or trainers, follow recommendations from the sales advisor in the store, visit specialized online stores, etc. However, once we choose our footwear, which we seek to be perfect, problems arise with its fit and comfort on the feet.

Although -at first glance- the shoes feel good, there are times when the upper structure of the shoe creates discomfort or, in other cases, becomes "loose" for no apparent reason. Each runner is unique and so is his foot, so using the correct lacing technique will be the difference and will allow you to personalize our footwear.

In addition, we must consider that the foot will tend to expand throughout the day, so knowing and mastering the techniques of braiding our shoes will be very useful.

With this article we seek to provide information to relieve foot fatigue or persistent pain through the correct adjustment of the laces.

Before we start we want to clarify that the tying techniques that we present can be affected by:

Though it's a small matter, getting the lacing just right will make a big difference in the comfort and fit of your shoes.

Lacing Techniques for Different Foot Types

Choosing the right type and size of shoe will basically give you better performance and comfort; however, if you want to maximize them in the long run you must master the correct shoelace tying techniques.

Not all men's running shoes, for example, are the same. The Nike Epic React Flyknit 2 and the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 19 are very different, each having wider or narrower areas. In this mentioned case, Nike shoes always tend to be narrower shoes and Brooks are characterized by being very comfortable for runners with wider feet. This can complicate things especially if your foot is not a standard size.

We generally find brokers with the following conditions:

1.- Runners who have a very high instep. The person experiences "pricks" in the instep due to the pressure exerted by the upper part of the shoe. The braiding technique should seek to remove that pressure.

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2.-Runners with a high arch of the foot. Very similar to the previous case. We will also seek to adjust the shoes to achieve the greatest separation and flexion of the toes. As in the previous case, we seek to leave an open area where we feel the greatest pressure.

3.- Runners with wide feet. They usually feel pressure until the shoe softens and gives way. While this happens we can use more optimal braiding techniques for this type of foot. This way of braiding running shoes is the one that comes from the factory in most models and brands.

4.- Runners with little instep. Surely the runner feels that his shoes are never properly tied. This technique is very useful especially in sports that require lateral mobility such as tennis. In the case of runners, it will be useful for when we do functional training work. The idea is to make an additional "anchor" of support.

5.- Runners with narrow feet. They usually have a sensation of “movement” and a lack of shoe support. The idea is to alternate the use of the holes in this way it is possible to close the upper part of the shoe as much as possible.

7.- Mixed cases such as people who have a narrow heel and low instep feet. In this case, we require the greatest support possible, for this reason we double anchor the instep and the ankle, even using the double hole at the end.

Lacing Techniques for Different Conditions

Sometimes the braiding technique can help us solve some of these common running problems:

1.- Black nails or pain in the fingers. The idea with this braid is that by crossing the tape we "raise" the upper of the shoe, opening space for greater comfort of the fingers. Note that the cross tape should “pull up” the space for the larger toes.

2.- Swollen feet. Remember that during a race as long as a marathon it is common for your feet to swell.

So far our tips for tying your shoes and achieving a more comfortable running experience. Remember to leave us your comments and tips.

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