Experts say sports-specific athletic shoes are a wise investment for serious athletes.
Dr. Ronald Lepow, president of the American Podiatric Medical Association talked about who should buy sports-specific athletic shoes and what features to look for when buying them. A lot of shoe manufacturers today better understand the different movements athletes use and design the shoes to help give better support. Each sport or activity differs in stride and quick stops and may require different components to provide better stability and support. If you engage in a sport everyday, you should buy a pair of athletics shoes designed specifically for that sport. For example, if you run every day, you should get a running shoe.