SPRING TRAINING IN DETROIT: YOU WALK BEFORE YOU RUN

A correct fitness walking shoe becomes your most important gear

 Spring is around the corner. It's time for you to begin a fitness program, but you don't know where to start. It's easy! Walk before you run. Walking is one of the easiest and most profitable forms of exercise. All you need is a good pair of shoes, comfortable clothing, and the will to walk.

First, start out slow and easy. For most people this means head out the door, walk for 10 minutes, and walk back. Can it be as easy as that? Yes, It's that easy. Do this every day for a week. If this was easy for you, add five minutes to your walks next week. Keep adding 5 minutes until you are walking as long as desired.

Watch your posture. Walk tall. Think of elongating your body. Hold your head up and eyes forward. Your shoulders should be down, back and relaxed. Tighten your abdominal muscles and buttocks and fall into a natural stride.

Be sure to drink plenty of water before, during, and after walking. We find it's helpful to have a scheduled rest station on your rout to relieve yourself from all the water consumption.  Incorporate a warm up, cool down and stretches into your routine.

When you shop for fitness gear, shoes become the most important piece. Quality should not be compromised. Always focus on buying comfortable shoes for walking, rather than getting the latest fad. Ensuring proper fit becomes primary, as improper fit can become a serious cause of concern, giving rise to pain and or injury.

Board Certified Pedorthist Joe Dyament, owner of Foot Solutions in St. Clair Shores, MI states, "Spira has developed a remarkable energy return technology for footwear."

According to a biomechanical study conducted by the Shoe Lab at Michigan State University, WaveSprings return an astounding 87-96% of energy otherwise lost to the ground. The highest energy return score of any shoe ever tested.

"We've experienced wonderful results with the Spira Walker from customers who need more cushion and stability when at work or while walking. People who are required to stand on concrete all day especially enjoy Spira and report relief in leg and lower back pain."

Dyament concluded, "Spira shoes allow people to participate in physical activity for longer periods of time with far less stress on the body. Recovery time following vigorous activity is greatly reduced."

You can contact Joe Dyament  at (586) 552-3668 or visit the new Foot Solutions Store located on Harper Avenue at E. Eight Mile Road in St Clair Shores, MI

Once you can comfortably walk for 30 to 60 minutes 5 to 6 days a week you may want to put more "umpf" or speed into your routine. Follow these easy tips for walking faster (or for some real speed learn to racewalk).

CLICK HERE TO WATCH A WORLD-CLASS RACEWALKER WALK AT JUST OVER 6-MINUTE-MILE PACE