There are different specialized shoes for different kinds of sports. Whether they are for walking and jogging, playing tennis, basketball, boating, baseball, mountain climbing, golfing and other types of activities, there are different types of shoes available for each activity. It is very essential to know the kind of shoes required for each different sport because shoes help to make you feel comfortable and allow you to make the most out of the activity you are participating in.
The shoes help take care of the bones and muscles of the feet while you are involved in your activity. Do you know that there are 200 bones and 100 muscles, tendons and ligaments found in each foot? That is why the appropriate shoes are necessary.
Sometimes, people neglect comfort for the sake of fashion. Just because LeBron James is pushing them doesn’t mean they are the best shoe for you. They think that it is always a must to be in style instead of considering the comfort of their feet. The shoe industry these days are sometimes competing for shoe designs rather than the comfort the shoes can give to the feet. However, designers of specialized shoes are working hard to give the shoes comfort and style.
Do not compromise on the quality of the shoes to get a lower price. Instead of looking for shoes with a cheaper price, look for a shoe that can support your feet during sports activities. Sometimes shoes that are placed on the clearance shelf have hard soles from sitting on display too long, so you should be careful when buying them. Soles are one of the most important parts of the shoe and it is not good for your feet to wear shoes with a dried out sole.
Good athletic shoes could cost you $100 or more depending on the style, comfort level and the brand of the shoes. It is acceptable to invest in good quality shoes because the better shoes would reduce the risk of injury.
Sports shoes should be lightweight. Heavy shoes will just make your feet sore or it can worsen an existing injury. Heavy shoes also tire you out very quickly.
If you want to get the most out of the activities you are participate in without hurting your muscles, then you should look for the shoes that suited for your activity. Specialized shoes give you comfort, durability, stability and support for your feet. You select shoes that fit your personal style.
Gregg Hall
http://www.articlesbase.com/fitness-articles/why-you-must-have-more-than-one-kind-of-athletic-shoe-50014.html
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I have the strictest school uniform code. How can I personalize my uniform? *going into middle school*
How can I customize this uniform without getting in trouble?
This is the school uniform list:
SCHOOL UNIFORMS
We believe that the dress code is an important component in promoting and teaching many characteristics that we feel are essential such as responsibility, accountability, attention to detail, and the importance of a neat and well-groomed appearance. There are guidelines that govern dress and grooming to ensure a relatively consistent appearance. Our uniform also serves as a reminder that each of our students is a part of something special and unique, something that is greater than they are. Thus there are guidelines that govern dress and grooming to ensure a consistency of appearance. (I hate our principal for this. Ha)
DRESS CODE
1.All attire must be neat, clean, and appropriately sized. (Neat? Clean?)
2. Clothing Identification: To facilitate the return of lost clothing, all items should be clearly labeled with nametags or indelible ink. (On everything? Even pants? Who is going to steal my pants?! Stealing pants is SO un-American.
3. Uniform clothing is required for all grades, K4 – 12th, and must be purchased from certain stores: (I’m not going to list them) AND meet the uniform requirements detailed at the bottom of this section.
SHIRTS (Girls and Boys):
***School insignia is required. ***
- Any T-Shirt worn under a knit shirt must be solid white. Long sleeved T-Shirts are not allowed underneath short sleeved knit shirts.
- All shirts must be worn tucked in at all times. (Nobody does. SO TAKE THAT!)
SWEATERS & SWEATER VESTS (Girls and Boys):
***School insignia is required. ***
SWEATSHIRTS (Girls and Boys):
***School insignia is required. ***
- No hooded sweatshirts allowed or sweatshirt jackets (why?)
- An approved collared shirt must be worn underneath sweatshirts at all times. (Collared?)
SLACKS & SHORTS (Girls and Boys):
- Slacks and shorts must have belt loops, must be worn with belts and must be fitted to the waist.
- Shorts must be no shorter than 4" above the knee.
- Boys short must be no longer than 3" below the knee.
- Pull on Style (K4 and K5 only)
SKIRTS (Girls):
- Skirts are to be fitted to the waist and no shorter than 4" above the knee.
- Shorts or tights must be worn underneath skirts (K4 – 5th) *of course underneath. Where else would they go? Over? Who does that?*
JUMPERS (Girls):
- Jumpers must be no shorter than 4" above the knee.
BELTS (Boys and Girls):
- Belts must be worn with slacks and shorts. (No skirts? ha-ha)
- Solid black, brown or Plaid Belt (WHAT?!)
- Standard buckle (WHAT?!)
- No ornamentation (WHAT?!)
SOCKS (Boys and Girls): (why do they even have a section for socks?)
- Socks or Approved leg wear are required at all times. (Duh, because they don’t let us wear any sandals or heels)
- Only solid-colored black, brown, red, white, or gray socks are approved. (No purple?)
HOSIERY (Girls):
*** Socks or approved leg wear are required at all times. Leggings are not permitted. (Crap, no leggings…)
- Solid-colored opaque tights (Red, black, white, or gray)
- Sheer hosiery (No Patterns Allowed) (Grades 6-12 only) *WHAT? Why no patterns?*
SHOES (Boys and Girls):
*** All shoes must be below the ankle with closed toes and heels. Shoes must be worn with socks or approved leg wear. Boots of any kind are prohibited with the exception of Timberland style boots, which must be ankle height or lower. Platform shoes are not allowed.
- Leather shoes with closed toes and heels (black or brown only)
- Saddle oxfords
- Bucs
- Low top athletic shoes in solid black, solid white or white trimmed with red, navy, blue, black or gray.
- No other styles or colors allowed. (Darn, no green.)
PHYSICAL EDUCATION (Boys and Girls)
***School Insignia Required***
- Gym shorts (red, black or gray knit)
- Any School T-shirt (why ONLY a SCHOOL t-shirt? I want to show off my “I’m with the Band” shirt!)
- Sweatpants (red, black or gray)
- Sweatshirts (red, black or white – school insignia only)
OUTERWEAR (Boys and Girls): Grades 6-12
- School letter jackets
- School club or activity jackets (No Hoods) *darn, no hoods*
- Official school jackets available through approved Uniform Shops with school Logo
Outerwear must be properly sized and worn with proper uniform clothing underneath.
ACCESSORIES:
- Earrings on boys are prohibited. (Ha, all the emo kids are mad.)
- Girls may wear two earrings per ear. Earrings must be worn in the ear lobe only. (Darn it. That ruined my plan for high school.)
- Hats or caps are not permitted in the buildings during the school day. They may be worn from building to building and to and from the parking lot. Hats must be worn with the bill in front at all times. (What? Hats have to be worn a certain way, even though you can only wear them from the parking lot and from building to building?)
>>>>> ANY ITEM NOT LISTED IS UNACCEPTABLE. <<<<<
Additional Guidelines and Restrictions
1. Hair is to be maintained so that it is not extreme. No shaved heads or inappropriate hair colors are allowed. (No pink?)
Boys’ hairstyles must meet the following limitations:
-Not below the bottom of the ear lobe (including side burns) *No Elvis impersonators?*
-Above the eyes in front
-Not over the collar
-Clean shaven (ha, they let my sister’s friend slide for having a mustache)
2. All clothing must be free of holes or ragged appearance. (??????)
3. Any clothing which is too tight, too loose, or too revealing is unacceptable (I’m glad that too tight thing also applies to fat people…Just kidding!)
THE FOLLOWING ARE PROHIBITED:
- Earrings on boys (emo kids are retaliating)
- Hats or sun glasses inside the buildings (Crap, no Dr. Seuss hat!)
- Bandannas (gangsters hate us.)
- Facial and Body Piercing (what about the belly button? With this strict list you won’t even see it since belly buttons can’t show!)
- Chains on Billfolds (*grumble*)
- Tattoos (OMG! What not? What are they going to scan you or something?)
- Black fingernail polish (Ha, I wear it to school sometimes. They never notice when you keep your hands in your pocket!)
- Any clothing or accessory that the administration deems unsuitable
Penalties for Dress Code Violations
Teachers are to send students to the Counselors Office if clothes are in question. Any student not dressed within the policy code will have his or her parents contacted. Repeated violations of dress code policy may result in the following:
1. The parent may bring the student appropriate clothing (the student will remain unexcused out of class until the appropriate attire is brought to the school). *so un-cool*
2. The student may purchase acceptable clothing in the school store if it is available (parents will be billed for the purchase).
3. The student will serve in-school suspension. Continued violations of school dress code policy may result in suspension or expulsion. *WTF?!*
This sucks. I NEED REAL CLOTHES! In addition, I thought this school supported freedom to Americans and non conformity? I guess not…
I agree Abby <3, that isn’t right! Emo kids are mad because they don’t have their earrings where they want, and can’t wear nail polish.
But I think our school just trys to make us look representable, because we get vistors…alot. Haha.
GEEZ!! It’s like they are trying to make you be what they want you to be. That isn’t right!
Anyways, try wearing cute nail polish, cute earrings, and shoes. And maybe a necklace and rings. And a scarf, if they allow that.
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i would get a retro pin and put it on your shirt:]
like a smile face pin or a peace sign.:]
ok shoes…
get some white sneakers and go to journeys and get some cool shoelaces:]
thats about it.:] :] :]
oh!!oh!!i know!!!
you should get colored hair clip-ins!!it’ll look
REALLY CUTE when you put your hair in a pony tail!!!:] :]
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