Running Shoes: Tailored to your performance
“Fish swim, birds fly, humans run.” That’s how long-distance legend Emil Zátopek once explained to journalists the secret behind his outstanding successes. And science is also convinced that steady jogging is part of humans’ factory settings, so running is, so to speak, in our blood. And what could be nicer than lacing up your Running Shoes after a long day at your desk, putting a podcast or your favourite music in your ears and trotting along through the woods or by the river? Once you’ve started running, you’ll very likely soon feel like more. Regardless of whether you’re already training for your personal marathon dream or prefer to do your laps alone in your free time, in the DEICHMANN online shop you’ll find comfortable and affordable Running Shoes for women and Running Shoes for men that are tailored both to your athletic ambitions and to the nature of your preferred route. Don’t waste any time and start browsing right away. Perhaps in our large range you’ll also discover suitable sports accessories for men women and children, with which you can make your training even more effective.
Cushion, support, get lighter: The history of Running Shoes
Anyone who has experienced the wonderful wearing comfort of feather-light Running Shoes of the latest generation probably can’t imagine that even professional Running Shoes for competition used to be made of canvas fabric and above all served one purpose: protecting their wearers from injuries caused by sharp stones or sharp edges. With the onset of the “running boom” in the 1970s, demand for innovative sports shoe models also grew among the wider public. Up-and-coming sports brands such as adidas, ASICS and Puma responded immediately and began experimenting with materials such as suede, rubber and modern plastics. However, it was in particular a young company from Oregon that left its mark on running with innovative technologies and outstanding designs. Because in the construction of Nike Running Shoes, everything focused from the start on the heart of it all: the sole. A treaded outsole for perfect grip, a cushioning midsole, arch supports as well as an ergonomically shaped insole secured the brand its status as a true cult label and set standards for the further production of cushioning, supportive and above all lighter Running Shoes. From the “Roadrunner” to the NIKE Cortez: time has of course moved on from the former flagships. More than worthy successors such as the Nike Vapor Fly have long been standing on the podiums of the World Marathon Majors. As trendy sneakers for women, men and children with retro charm, the former running stars are still welcome to enrich our shoe cupboards.
How much cushioning do your Running Shoes need?
Above all, it is the well-thought-out interplay of inner, mid and outer sole that distinguishes Running Shoes from trainers and other types of sports shoes. One of the most important functions of a running shoe is good cushioning, which absorbs the impact load. However, you should make sure that gel cushions, air chambers and special material compositions only support your body’s natural cushioning system, but do not take the work away from muscles, tendons and joints, so as not to reduce the training effect. The decision as to which level of cushioning is the right one is therefore best based on your training level and your general physical condition. If you’ve only just discovered jogging for yourself and mainly want to get fitter through regular running, you may initially opt for more heavily cushioned Running Shoes and then reduce step by step. But your individual running style and, of course, the surface of your preferred training route are also decisive in choosing the perfect Running Shoes. Anyone who mainly jogs on asphalt fundamentally needs stronger cushioning than a passionate forest runner.
Affordable jogging shoes for women, men and children: It’s best to run as a team
If you ever lack motivation, it’s best to find yourself a running partner. Because together the kilometres seem to fly by. How about a jog with the whole family? Boys and girls from the age of six can discover the fun of running in Running Shoes for children. The next stage might then be taking part in children’s races that take place on the fringes of well-known marathon events, where dad and mum cross the finish line in Running Shoes made of breathable mesh fabric and abrasion-resistant rubber soles with particularly good traction. Whether hobby or amateur jogger, alongside functional footwear you now have a wide range of innovative accessories available that support you precisely in achieving your personal best performance. A highlight, for example, is running socks and shirts with compression elements. Particularly on long distances, they improve blood circulation and thereby not only extend your stamina, but also the regeneration of your muscles after the run. Close-fitting trousers and tights for women or men give you optimum freedom of movement. This way you take on every challenge with ease.