American researchers say barefoot training improves balance and agility
American researchers Anna Shannahan and Gregory Alvarez named the advantages and disadvantages of playing sports barefoot. Their words leads Shape.
Experts said that when training without running shoes, balance, agility, strength and stability improve. “Exercising barefoot will help strengthen the feet and increase proprioception (the sense of the position of body parts – approx. “Tapes.ru”). On the other hand, exercising without shoes comes with some risks,” Alvarez explained.
Experts noted that in the absence of shoes, the likelihood of catching a fungal infection or damaging the skin increases. Shannahan added that it is definitely not worth giving up sneakers for people who have previously been diagnosed with foot conditions, even if classes are held in the hall on a mat, as is the case with yoga or Pilates.
Earlier, Life.ru experts called the mistakes of beginners involved in sports that spoil health. They noted that problems arise due to improper exercise technique, insufficient rest, excessive physical activity, as well as an unbalanced diet.
Source: Lenta
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