Pronation of the foot
Pronation describes the natural cushioning of the foot to absorb the impact. The pronation of the foot can vary depending on the
diff erent
types
of
runners.
A running shoe should always support the natural pronation movement of a runner with normal pronation, without
restrict
this
through
jor problem for runners and can lead to a variety of injuries. However, with the right running shoes, individual
problems can be compensated.
Special training instructions
The motion sequence of running should be familiar to everyone. Nevertheless, some points should be observed during running workouts:
•
Always make sure that the device is correctly set up and in good condition before training.
•
Climb on and off the treadmill only when the treadmill is completely stopped, holding on to the handlebar and run in the middle of the
treadmill.
•
Before starting the treadmill, attach the string of the safety key to your clothing.
•
Train with appropriate running or sports shoes.
•
Running on a treadmill is diff erent from running on a normal surface. Therefore, you should prepare for running training by walking
slowly on the treadmill.
•
Hold on to the handlebar during the fi rst training sessions to avoid uncontrolled movements that could provoke a fall. This is especially
applicable when operating the computer during the training session.
•
If possible, run at a steady rhythm.
•
Only train in the middle of the running surface
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A
distinction
is
made
stability
technologies.
SUPINATION
NORMAL
between
normal
pronation,
Overpronation
or
supination
OVERPRONATION
overpronation
and
supination.
in
particular
is
a
ma-