Blog - Tag: Footwear

What exactly is foot pronation?

Foot pronation describes the motion of the foot after it strikes the ground. It is part of a person's natural movement that helps the lower leg deal with shock. Every person pronates to some extent and it is necessary in the normal walking cycle as it allows the forefoot to make complete contact with the ground. Some people pronate more (overpronation) or less (underpronation) than others. What...Read more

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Hiking for Beginners

From panoramic mountaintop views, to beautiful coastal waters, hiking lets you explore Canada's magnificent scenery. It's great to wander off alone for some downtime or it can be a wonderful family activity. How to get the most out of hiking: Footwear - Ensure that you have hiking boots or shoes that are of good quality and that are comfortable. If you happen to cross an unbridged stream, water...Read more

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Toning Footwear - the next great fad?

You may have noticed ads lately for toning footwear. For years companies such as MTB, Sketchers, New Balance, Champion, Avia, Reebok, and Dr. Scholl’s have been developing their unique versions. Originally targeted at major sporting goods stores there are a few specialty stores that are considering how to incorporate them into their merchandise. One thing that seems to be holding them back is...Read more

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