The history of Keds sneakers begins in 1916. The U.S. nike uk Rubber company released their design to the public under the name of Peds, inspired by the Latin word meaning foot. The style sold, but mostly to a mature audience, so U.S. Rubber swapped the "P" for a "K" and a brand was born.

Idenfitication

Although U.S. Rubber invented Keds, it was Michelin and, eventually Stride Rite Corp. that brought Keds to the mainstream market. As Keds grew in popularity over the decades, they inspired a new term for shoes with rubber soles: sneakers. The term alluded to the fact that Keds allowed the wearer to walk noiselessly.

Effects

The 1960s and 1970s brought new demands for sneakers. Rather than just look good for lounging or strolling about town, they were supposed to be used for athletics. The Keds line expanded to include Pro-Keds, nike sock dart geared for basketball and other sports.

Fun Facts

The popularity of Keds has partially been propelled by the number of pop culture references to them. One such case is the 1986 movie, "Stand By Me," when one boy commented that another boy was going to be "knocked out of his Keds." Celebrities spotted in Keds include Tiffani Thiessen, whose character on "Saved By the Bell" wore Keds religiously, as did the "Full House" television series character Stephanie Tanner. Even fashionista rock star Gwen Stefani, who has designed her own clothing line, has been known to step out in Keds.

Potential

Today's new school Keds do not resemble old-fashioned Keds. There is the basic white lace-up and the navy blue slip-on, but the latest styles to hit the streets are customs. nike air max 95 Wannabe designers hit the Keds studio (see Resources below) to choose colors, prints, trim, laces and hip graphics to adorn their Keds. Of course, today's custom Keds do not carry the budget price tag of their predecessors. They start at $60.

Many changes take place in your body during pregnancy, including increased weight, postural changes, nike football boots stretched muscles and ligaments and changes to your cardiorespiratory system. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, it can take four to six weeks after a normal vaginal delivery to restore the body to its pre-pregnancy state. Recovery from a C-section can take even longer because the site of your incision must heal completely. ACOG recommends you allow a minimum of six weeks to recover after your C-section before returning to regular exercise.

Out of the Gate

While you will need to postpone vigorous exercise, you can begin light physical activity within a week or two after your surgery. Illinois Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital offers an exercise program for post-C-section mothers that includes gentle exercises and movements geared to reducing pain and adhesions from your surgery, improving posture, nike mercurial uk strengthening the muscles of your pelvic floor and strengthening your abdominal muscles. During this early postpartum stage, physical therapist Ela Lewis, MSPT, recommends deep breathing exercises, pelvic tilts, hip lifts, pelvic floor strengthening exercises and walking. She notes that exercise should be pain-free.

Green Means "Go" -- Slowly

After six weeks of recovery, your body should have healed sufficiently for you to progress to a regular exercise routine that includes aerobic exercise and resistance training. However, before you begin, consult your physician to confirm that your body is ready for increased activity. Once you get the green light, begin slowly. Gradually increase the duration and intensity of your workouts, and listen to your body for signs of discomfort and pain. ACOG recommends you build up to the the American College of Sports Medicine guidelines of 30 minutes daily of moderate-intensity activity, plus two weekly resistance training sessions. If you are breastfeeding, ACOG advises you nurse your baby immediately before exercise to reduce discomfort and minimize the influence of lactic acid on milk acidity.

Ramping It Up

Regaining your pre-pregnancy fitness level is a process that takes time. The IDEA Health and Fitness Association notes that it may take between two to six months or longer for you return to your pre-pregnancy state. Colleen Fitzgerald, M.D., medical director of the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago Women’s Health Rehabilitation, explains that a well-designed exercise program during the first six months postpartum is key to maximum recovery. nike mercurialx sale If you have gradually increased your exercise frequency, intensity and duration by six months postpartum, you should be able to engage in vigorous exercise and sports and enjoy a wide range of recreational activities.

The pelvic area contains deep stabilizer muscles called hip flexors. When you run, these muscles provide stability for areas of the lower body including the hips, under armour womens hoodies knees and ankles. If the hip flexors become weak or if one side becomes stronger than the other, the lower-body muscles work to make up for the problem by taking on the extra work. Because these muscles aren’t designed to do the work of the hips, they can develop overuse or other biomechanical injuries.

Injuries

According to “Runner’s World,” inadequate hip muscle stabilization is a top cause of injury in runners. Hip-related injuries can include patellofemoral syndrome, Achilles tendinitis, iliotibial band syndrome and lower back pain. Imbalances can also lead to tightness in other muscles including the hamstrings and glutes, putting them at a higher risk of pulls, strains or tears.

Solution

The way to correct hip imbalances and eliminate pelvic differences is to strengthen the hip and core-area muscles including the abs, under armour 1 4 zip lower back and glutes. Once the muscles are strong, they will be able to handle the workload of running and maintain the stability and balance of the lower body. To prevent the muscles from weakening or becoming imbalanced, runners must engage in regular core-strengthening exercises to maintain the balanced, healthy condition.

Exercises

Many of the exercises used to correct hip imbalances can be done with simple equipment such as resistance bands and stability balls or without the use of any equipment at all. Seated or standing side and front leg raises can be done with resistance bands, as can lateral shuffles. boys Glute bridges, standing wood choppers and single-leg squats can be performed without equipment. For extra stability to complement your hip strength, increase your core strength with exercises such as planks, crunches and supermans to target your abs and lower back.

The key to beginning exercise after 40 is to gradually step into an exercise routine. If you've not trained in years, start by just going for a walk every night after dinner, advises Dr. Vonda Wright of Pittsburgh Medical Center. cheap nike flyknit Once you've made walking a regular habit, take your workout to the gym or find more advanced and energetic ways of exercising. Finding exercises you enjoy will help you stay motivated, adds Gene Schafer, owner of Arc Athletics Sports Rehabilitation in New York. Try dance classes, an adult softball or soccer team or join a swimming club or yoga class.

Starting with Cardio

Once you hit the gym, break down your exercise into two categories -- cardio and weight training. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends adults partake in 150 minutes of moderate, or 75 minutes of vigorous cardio every week. nike air pegasus Beneficial exercises after 40 include walking, swimming classes and activities such as circuits or spinning, along with some gym-based cardio like stationary cycling or workouts on the treadmill or elliptical.

Hitting the Weights

Training with weights is vital once you hit 40. Part of the reason your metabolism slows down is because you lose muscle mass, writes sports nutritionist Dr. John Berardi in "The Essentials of Sport and Exercise Nutrition." Trainer Dave Draper advises working your whole body with weights, focusing particularly on your legs, as these are your biggest muscle group, so training them will result in more muscle growth and a higher calorie burn. The best leg moves include squats and lunges, either with weights or just your bodyweight, deadlifts with a barbell and machine leg presses.Throw in other compound exercises such as chin-ups, pull-downs, dips and seated rows, adds Draper. Perform two total-body weight sessions each week and hire a trainer for a few sessions to teach you techniques if you're new to the iron game.

Ramping It Up

Increasing your workout intensity is a surefire way to build strength and fitness and drop body fat. You need to go easy though, warns Dr. Mark Schickendantz of the Cleveland Clinic Sports Health Center. Reduce your workout times, mix in different forms of training and avoid training to complete muscular failure. While you may be tempted to push yourself to the next level, you can't train at the same intensity as you could at 25, notes Dr. Schickendantz.

Feel the Benefits

Along with helping you manage your weight, increasing fitness and reducing your risk of illness and injury, working out after 40 can make you happier. Regular exercise reduces your levels of the stress hormone cortisol and releases endorphins, which boost your mood, nike internationalist according to personal trainer Judith Filsinger. It also cuts your risk of Alzheimer's and improves your bone density and blood pressure, adds Filsinger.