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Table Tennis Shoes
Here’s Why You Need Professional Table Tennis Shoes While Competing
Playing table tennis requires proper table tennis shoes because it is a game full of quick movements and small steps. In addition to a proper ping pong table wearing good quality table tennis shoes are also important because table tennis requires more lateral footwork than other sports such as running where straightforward steps are more common. You don't want to wear running shoes, cross trainers, or even tennis shoes while playing table tennis. The outer soles of those types of shoes are too thick, and the heel cap is too high to allow for the flexibility you need to play table tennis. Using anything other than table tennis shoes on your feet and ankles would be the fastest way to get an injury.
The China National Table Tennis Team Wears Li-Ning Table Tennis Shoes
Li-Ning understands that table tennis shoes should be thin and grippy on the outer sole. They also should feature a flat heel and strong support to allow players to jump from side to side without fail. Li-Ning manufactures its shoes based on proven research from multiple sources, including the Chinese national table tennis team. They go to great measures to select the right fit for their athletes by studying foot shapes, grips, appearances and sizes. Building on their research, table tennis players should first understand the three types of feet they have: normal, a high arch or flat foot. Considering your type of foot plays a large part in determining your shock absorption and midsole thickness.
Table Tennis Shoes Should be Lightweight and Provide Excellent Support
If you are lucky enough to have a "normal" foot, you can spend more time deciding on style and colour because chances are most table tennis shoes will fit you well and offer the necessary support and comfort. If you have flat feet, make sure you choose a table tennis shoe with a thin, flat insole. Conversely, if your feet have high arches, you would benefit from a custom support insert – which the Li-Ning Table Tennis Superstore also sells. Believe it or not, the way you lace your table tennis shoes also plays a large part in the performance – you can "lock" your laces to better support your heel, ankle or midfoot. If you feel you need more support in one area of your table tennis shoes, double your looping or strengthen your knots higher or lower on your shoes.
Order Men’s and Women’s Table Tennis Shoes From Li-Ning Online
Li-Ning manufactures lightweight table tennis shoes – approximately 200 grams for women's shoes and slightly more for men – which is important for breathability. You don't want your feet to get too overheated or sweaty. This is accomplished by using more mesh and less leather than other shoe brands. Remember, table tennis is a sport full of intense training and high-level competition. Athletes can't afford to slip or deal with poor support when they move. Selecting the right table tennis shoe will help your footwork and prevent injury to important impact places such as your ankles and knees. Li-Ning manufactures table tennis shoes for all athletes featuring comfort, stability, durability, and breathability. You can compare these ratings and the shoe weight on our website. Our table tennis shoes' advanced technologies include vented bottoms, flexible soles, and cushioned insoles. Please remember that Li-Ning styles and colours change every spring and fall. When the quantities and sizes shown on our website are sold out, this item will no longer be available. Also, please enjoy free shipping on orders of $150 or more.