The Indian Super League's new season is perfect time to learn how to switch your footwear between football and Burpees.
Football shoes
Running
Ultra Boost by Adidas uses thousands of unique energy capsules and Boost foam technology for you to make the most of every run.
Cost: Rs 15,999
At: Online and physical Adidas stores.
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Skateboarding
Have some fun during your next skateboarding round with the Disney collection by Vans. They offer a Minnie Mouse print too.
Cost: Rs 3,699
Log on to: Vans outlet at High Street Phoenix, Lower Parel and select online stores.
Tennis
Filament Court Shoes for men by Power boast of Flex Dial Pro for good pivoting on court.
Cost: Rs 2,999
Log on to: Bata outlets across the city.
Football
Puma unveiled what it calls the lightest shoe the company has ever made (103 gm) called evoSPEED SL. The traction studs are said to support the players’ forward acceleration and enable better grip.
Cost: Rs 13,999
At: Puma stores across the city.
Basketball
Wear it like the stars of basketball do. The Jordan Super.Fly 4 comes with FlightSpeed technology for great liftoffs. The external TPU heel counter is said to support and stabilise movement.
Cost: Rs 10,995
Log on to: NBAStore.in
Training
The Nike Flyknit Zoom Agility (women) is designed to let your feet breathe while you train hard. It has strategically placed pressure pods on the sole for flexibility and cushioning.
Cost: Rs 12,995
At: Available at select Nike retail stores.
CrossFit
Reebok CrossFit Nano Pump Fusion boasts of Pump technology that confirms to the shape of your foot with the press of a button. This shoe is designed for the fitness craze CrossFit and is available without Pump
technology too.
Cost: Rs 14,999
At: Reebok stores across the city.
Cricket
Adidas offers SL22FS (worn by Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma) and Adipower Vector (in pic) for cricket enthusiasts. Vector too, is worn by several professional cricketers and has a bevelled heel for easy transitions and soft landings for both, pace bowlers and spinners.
Cost: Rs 15,999
At: Online and physical Adidas stores.
Budget buys
Scout around sports goods shops near Metro cinema (Dhobi Talao) for budget buys, across sporting disciplines. Pocket-friendly brands such as Nivia offer shoes for as less as '599. The brand is also available online.
Expert speak
While buying footwear, vital points to consider are comfort and the right fit for the given fitness activity. I check for the non-slip factor and the durability of the shoe. If you find a good shoe, you don’t want it to wear out quickly. The shoe needs to get comfortable as you you use it. If it doesn’t, or if it starts to bite, there is a problem that needs to be addressed. Make sure it is value-for-money and that the brand offers good after-sales service if you are buying it in-store.
-- Sonali Swami, Adidas fitness trainer
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