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Proper shoe selection is an important part of injury prevention. Forces greater than three to five times your body weight are placed on your feet and dissipated up your leg when you run. Not only does running place a lot of force on the foot, but also walking and everyday activity can place enough stress on the foot to cause pain. The right running shoes will accommodate the needs of the individual walker and runner and can help enhance comfort and performance.
Chondromalacia Patella, or “Runner’s Knee” occurs when repeated stress on the knee causes inflammation and a gradual softening of the cartilage under the kneecap (patella). The inflammation of the cartilage prevents the kneecap from gliding smoothly over the end of the thigh bone (femur), causing pain and swelling of the knee. The underside of the kneecap should be smooth and move within the femoral groove (a groove on the top of the thigh bone). If the kneecap is pulled sideways, it becomes rough like sandpaper and the symptoms reappear.
The lower leg pain resulting from shin splints is causes by very small tears in the leg muscles at their point of attachment to the bone. There are two types, anterior and posterior. Anterior shin splints occur in the front portion of the shin bone (tibia). Posterior shin splints occur on the inside (medial) part of the leg along the tibia. Anterior shin splints are due to muscle imbalances, insufficient shock absorption or toe running. Excessive pronation (the foot’s tendency to roll inward during running) contributes to both types.
The plantar fascia is tough fibrous tissue along the bottom of the foot , traveling from the heel to the toes. Inflammation of this structure is called plantar fasciitis and is usually felt as pain in the arch, near the heel. Runners usually find that the first step out of bed in the morning is the worst, and then the pain gradually decreases during the day. Predisposing conditions include overpronation of the foot, tight calf muscles, poor ankle flexibility, and weak muscles on the bottom of the foot.
Knee tendon injuries range from tendinitis (inflammation of a tendon) to a ruptured (torn) tendon. If a person overuses a tendon during certain activities such as dancing, cycling, or running, the tendon stretches like a worn-out rubber band and becomes inflamed.
Movements such as trying to break a fall may cause excessive contraction of the quadriceps muscles and tear the quadriceps tendon above the patella or the patellar tendon below the patella.
This type of injury is most likely to happen in older people whose tendons tend to be weaker. Tendinitis of the patellar tendon is sometimes called jumper's knee. This is because in sports requiring jumping, such as basketball, the muscle contraction and force of hitting the ground after a jump strain the tendon. The tendon may become inflamed or tear after repeated stress.
If the Shoe Fits…
Whether you’re running for fitness, getting ready to hike the Appalachian Trail or are buying for your track and swim team, we’ve got you covered from head to toe!
Shoes
Adidas®,Asics®, Brooks®, Etonic®, Merrell®, Ryka®, Saucony®, Drew®, Teva, Speedo®
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Adidas
Running, walking, track and cross country spikes, tennis and water shoes.
Asics
Running and walking shoes; running flats and field event shoes.
Brooks, Etonic and Saucony
Running and walking shoes.
Merrell and Teva
Trail shoes, water shoes, sandals and slides for everyday casual use.
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Ryka and Speedo
Water shoes.
DIABETIC SHOES
We now have Aetrex and Drew shoes: walking, dress, and diabetic shoes.
Orthotics
Sof Sole®, Apex®, Hapad®, Arch Molds®
From ¾ to full length, we have a variety of orthotics and cushions to put in just about any shoe you have; our Staff Assistants are readily available tofit them for you.
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Apparel
Adidas, Asics, Brooks, Moving Comfort®, Under Armour®, Gracie’s Gear, Sport Hill, Danskin, Saucony®
Our running apparel is chosen for comfort and performance for men and women on the go! At 9th Street, function comes before fashion.
“A fit woman is a powerful woman” is now the logo for Moving Comfort. You name it and Moving Comfort has it for the active woman in both misses and plus sizes! They have great tees, running and walking shorts, capris and full length pants, tights, waterproof jackets and pants, yoga attire, tank tops and bras in A, B, C, D, and DD cups (32-44). Under Armour offers tees and shorts from Small to 3X in technical fabrics for both Men & Women.
We carry both men’s and women’s apparel in the Asics, Brooks, Saucony and Under Armour lines. The Under Armour line in womens/menswear range from Small to 3X. Each is competitive in running and walking apparel and the fit, the fabric, and the fashion will be just right for you. Come on in and try it on.
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Running Accessories
Nathans®, Amphipod®, Adidas, Asics, Brooks, BodyGlide, Yaktrax, Fun Source, Accel Gel.®
We carry performance gear by Nathans and Amphipod, safety reflective products from Fun Source, BodyGlide to prevent chafing, Yaktrax for traction in ice and snow, and PowerBar, PowerGel, Ultima sports drink and Accel Gel for energy replenishment. Bags, hats and gloves are available from Adidas, Asics & Brooks.
Watches and Pedometers
Freestyle®, Arnette Sun Glasses
Being active is easier when you can see improvement in your performance. We have watches and pedometers to monitor and record your daily, weekly, etc. progress in fitness and exercise programs as well as sun glasses to protect your eyes from the glare of the sun. Gloves, hats, reflective products, as well are also available on our shelves.
Swimwear and Aquatic Gear
Tyr, Speedo®, Ryka®, View®, Water Gear®
We have a competitive swimwear line year-round for men, women, and kids. We offer a large inventory of Tyr and Speedo racing, moderate and conservative suits for the full figured woman (size 6-24) and a large inventory of racing (size 22 to 40) and boxer type suits (size Small to 2XL) for men and boys.
Speedo, Tyr, and View goggles (over fifty styles), View prescription goggles, water runner buoyancy belts, neoprene force gloves, swim fins, ear plugs, putty, nose clips, and shampoo. We have Speedo, Ryka, Teva, and Water Gear water shoes.
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Socks
Thorlo®, Runique®, Asics, Aetrex
We are the national focus store for Thorlo, Inc. (running, walking, light running, light walking cross training, hiking, light hiking, light running coolmax, basketball, etc.) Thorlo is the original thick sock; however, they now produce a thinner/lighter version. We carry them in many styles, colors, and moisture management fabrics.
Ankle, mini-crew and crew — we have them all in the AA-R Runique line. These are the original double layer athletic and dress socks (blister proof) and are especially recommended for diabetics. These are available in white, black, brown, and navy. (Brown and Navy are only available in crew lengths.)
Additionally, we carry the Aetrex diabetic line sewn with a copper thread to help promote blood flow. This sock is a non-binding one and the toe seam is on the outside to prevent friction (blisters). These socks come in mini-crew and crew in black and white. The best part is you don’t have to be a diabetic to wear them.
Asics 3-pack Coolmax socks are a great buy for $9.95.
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Sports Medicine Products
Axis® (Ankle stabilizers)
Cramer® (Active ankle, athletic tape, tape underwraps, shin supports, junior mouthpieces)
Mueller® (Back supports, thigh sleeves, wraparound knee braces, multi-use wraps)
Pro Tec® (A dominant leader in athletic rehab support devices. Includes supports for the elbow, knee, shin, ankle, wrist and cold therapy products.)
Strassburg Sock (An easily adjustable night sock that consists of a two-strap system that keeps the foot in a stretched position. This promotes the healing of Plantar Fasciitis)
Wrapz (Hot and Cold therapeutic products)
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Team Sports
Adidas, Asics, Brooks, Eagle, Hind, Holloway, Speedo, TYR
Our team members are specialized in the Team Sports Equipment program. They service our middle and upper schools’ accounts with individual attention.
For example, during the spring track season, these employees will visit the schools, meet with the runners and the coaches, screen each athlete for any abnormalities and then place each in the appropriate shoe. The same is true with basketball, football, soccer, volleyball, wrestling, racquetball, squash, tennis and cheerleading.
This personal approach reduces serious foot injury — one of the leading factors why our business has been so successful!
We also cover your team apparel needs! Once we have sizes, we order uniforms and embroider or screen print any design or logo you desire. Almost any sports uniform may be ordered and personalized.
- Baseball, Basketball, Football, Soccer, Track, Volleyball, or Wrestling uniforms.
- Choir or band warm-ups.
- Cheerleading uniforms and camp wear.
- Jerseys or tees of any description.
- Swim suits and custom team caps.
- Team Duffle Bags.
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