Take Action Now Running is an excellent form of aerobic
exercise. It's relatively inexpensive and convenient to do in
most places throughout the year. InteliHealth/Harvard Medical
Content is an excellent form of aerobic exercise. It's
relatively inexpensive and convenient to do in most places
throughout the year. Moreover, it's one of the most effective
calorie-burning exercises, it helps prevent osteoporosis, it
strengthens muscles throughout the body, and it improves heart
and lung efficiency. Running doesn't require much in the way of
equipment, but good shoes are very important. Everyone has
different feet, and the construction of a shoe can compensate
for some "abnormalities" in foot structure or gait pattern. If
you're buying your first pair of shoes, it's a good idea to go
to a sports store where the staff knows how to assess
biomechanics (how your foot functions) and can recommend shoes
that match your foot and gait type. Pronation vs. supination.
There are two main types of "abnormal" foot/gait types