Tai Chi Shoes - Leather
Price: $85.00
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- Specially designed for Tai Chi training and performance
- Light weight
- Non-marking, wide, flat rubber sole
- Upper made from high quality leather
- Padded inner for added comfort
- Exceptional finish
Shoe Size Conversion Table - Women
| Chinese | Australian | Inside Length |
|---|---|---|
| 35 | 5 | 22 |
| 36 | 5.5 | 22.5 |
| 37 | 6 | 23 |
| 38 | 7 | 23.5 |
| 39 | 8 | 24 |
| 40 | 9 | 24.5 |
| 41 | 10 | 25 |
| 42 | 11 | 25.5 |
Shoes Size Conversion Table - Men
| Chinese | Australian | Inside Length |
|---|---|---|
| 38 | 4.5 | 23.5 |
| 39 | 5 | 24 |
| 40 | 6 | 24.5 |
| 41 | 6.5 | 25 |
| 42 | 7 | 25.5 |
| 43 | 8 | 26 |
| 44 | 9 | 26.5 |
| 45 | 10 | 27 |
| 46 | 10.5 | 27.5 |
| 47 | 11 | 28 |
More About Tai Chi Shoes
Tai Chi practice focuses on natural balance, natural posture and natural movement. Therefore, how your feet are moving is very important.
So… what are the best types of shoes for Tai Chi practice?
Tai Chi is an inexpensive sport, but finding the right shoes is one area where spending a few dollars will be worth the investment! Old, worn out shoes can lead to ankle and heel pain and shin splints. It may be time to invest in some new shoes…
Tai Chi requires you to feel the floor so you can learn how to achieve a natural foot position. Trainers and sports shoes all support your foot in a position
that is specific for that sport or activity but are not the best shoes for Tai Chi practice. When practising Tai Chi, your feet are rotating very frequently,
which means there will be a strain on your knees if your shoes drag. Therefore, you need a lightweight shoe with a rubber or soft and flexible sole.
A good Tai Chi shoe must support the foot and ankle but not be too rigid as to disallow flexibility in the foot. You need a shoe that has a thin sole and
is flexible. You also need a shoe that will allow your feet to breathe. Is there enough space in the toe area and do they fit properly? If the shoe
it too tight, you could get blisters, corns or ingrown toenails not to mention restricting the flow of energy through the foot. Remember too, your
feet can swell in hot weather or if you have been exercising for long periods.
Canvas shoes are very popular for indoor training. They are lightweight, flexible, washable, and easy to maintain however they are not quite as durable
as leather shoes. Leather shoes are also popular for outdoor practice or in colder weather. They are more durable and offer more protection for the
toes and feet.
When looking for suitable Tai Chi Shoes make sure they:
- Are comfortable
- Have flat soles that will help you connect to the ground
- Are breathable to keep the foot cool and dry
- Are lightweight
- Are flexible to help you move through transitions smoothly
- Have good grip suitable for the floor surface that you practise on most often
- Have a good fit across the entire shoe to prevent the foot slipping
- Are durable
- Are comfortable
- Have flat soles that will help you connect to the ground
- Are breathable to keep the foot cool and dry
- Are lightweight
- Are flexible to help you move through transitions smoothly
- Have good grip suitable for the floor surface that you practise on most often
- Have a good fit across the entire shoe to prevent the foot slipping
- Are durable
