Guide to the best tennis for each modality –

In recent years, we have seen a boom in sports shoe launches. The models are so technological and are so diverse, that it is normal to ask questions: what is the best tennis for each sport? In the race, for example, the carbon plates became a real fever after Eliud Kipchoge used a Nike prototype to run 42 kilometers in less than 2 hours — a feat never before accomplished by any other person in history.

“Brands are teaming up with research laboratories to understand exactly how the human step works at different paces, terrains and sports”, explains orthopedist Leandro Gregorut Lima (@dr_leandro_gregorout), specialist in sports medicine and who has worked as a doctor for the Brazilian national handball team.

According to the specialist, the problems that the wrong shoe causes vary from blisters on the feet, loss of nails and calluses, to even stress fracture, tendinitis and injuries in other regions of the body, such as the knee. So, it’s worth paying attention to:

BEST SNEAKERS FOR…

BASKETBALL

“It has a flat sole to provide stability in contact with the ground. O to heel sits lower to avoid ankle spraining movements. And it doesn’t have prominent grooves in the sole — this allows it to rub against the court without losing its power to take off and change direction.”

Suggestion:

Buy it here: Six Street, R$169.

TENNIS

“It has a low, flat sole to increase contact with the ground and avoid spraining ankle movements when changing direction. The sole is generally smoother – this ensures the athlete’s glide to reach the ball faster. In addition, the back is strong and rigid to generate stability on the heel.”

Suggestion:

Buy it here: Adidas, Gamecourt, R$359.90.

HANDBALL

“It follows the same line as the basketball models, but with more friction on the sole due to sudden movements and changes in direction. It usually has the front part in the shape of a circle to facilitate the rotation movement.”

Suggestion:

Buy it here: Asics, Gel-Rocket 9, R$329.99.

TRAIL

“Firm outsole, with the shoe’s heel and toe very rigid to stabilize the foot and keep rocks and uneven surfaces from creating pressure points (and causing injuries). Not to mention the grippy surface to prevent slipping.”

Suggestion:

– (Americanas/Disclosure)

Buy it here: Snake, Across, R$385.

RACE

“Running shoes have the greatest variety of shapes. The models are indicated according to characteristics such as running style, type of stride and even weight. Some have more dampingothers more stability… And so on.”

Suggestions:

– (Netshoes/Disclosure)

Buy it here: Fila, Racer Silva, R$499.99.

– (Netshoes/Disclosure)

Buy it here: Fila, Float Fly, R$449.99.

– (Netshoes/Disclosure)

Buy it here: Asics, GEL Cumulus 22, R$599.99.

– (Netshoes/Disclosure)

Buy it here: Under Armour, HOVR Machina, R$899.90.

Buy it here: Olympikus, Corre1, R$349.90.

SOCCER

Spiked football boots are ideal for on-pitch matches — used for greater stability, they make hard braking and starting possible.

–Buy it here: Nike, Phantom GT, R$529.99.

TRAINING

He must offer cushioning, energy return, flexibility and traction.

– (Netshoes/Disclosure)

Buy it here: Reebok, NANO X REECYCLED, BRL 699.99.

– (Netshoes/Disclosure)

Buy it here: Reebok, HIIT, R$499.99.

– (Netshoes/Disclosure)

Buy it here: Asics, Novablast, R$799.99.

– (Netshoes/Disclosure)

Buy it here: Asics, Microflux, R$499.99.

– (Netshoes/Disclosure)

Buy it here: Under Armour, TriBase Reign 2, $749.

Buy it here: Olympikus, Sonoro, R$229.90.

HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST SNEAKERS WHEN BUYING

The doctor gives some tips:

1 – Don’t choose sneakers just because of the color or because you think they look good;

two – Always look for a suitable model for the activity you intend to practice;

3 – Discover your type trampling: neutral, supinated or pronated. “The ideal is to do a test called baropodometry. It analyzes the pressure and weakness points on the sole of the foot. Afterwards, it provides a diagnosis of footwear and training needs”;

4 – Change shoes regularly. “There is no fixed rule, as it depends on your weight, stride style and number of kilometers traveled. But a good tip is to squeeze the sole of the sneakers hard. If it takes a long time to return to normal, it has lost its cushioning capacity and, consequently, will transfer more impact force to the feet, favoring injuries”;

5 – Have a good time. “And remember that it is not the tennis that will make your performance evolve. And yes his performance in training and love of the sport!”