Aerobics/Shoes

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Expert: - 7/7/2010


Question
Hi, I am a 40 yr old female, 5'3" weighing about 135.  I work out 4-5 times per week usually with aerobic/strength combo videos.  I am looking for advice on the best shoe, aerobic or cross-training, for my at home workouts.  
Thanks,

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Hi Stacy,
My best advice to you is that you try on several styles from several different brands.  ASIC, Saucony and NB are great brands for running and walking, but other brands like Nike, Adidas and Reebok are OK for Cardio Studio Exercises like dance and step aerobics.  Most all major brands offer aerobic and cross training styles.

Here is a site I've been referring to for years.  It has timeless information about feet and athletic shoes.
http://www.drpribut.com/sports/spshoe.html

Try on cross-training and studio shoes.  Dance in them for 3-4 minutes in the store --don't be embarrassed-this is for your feet. Find out the store's return policy. Take them back if they hurt you in the slightest bit.  Hope this helps.  Congratulations on your healthy lifestyle.  Keep up the good work.  -Daphne

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Daphne E Brown MS CPRP

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I will answer questions concerning exercise, nutrition, health and diseases related to obesity or sedentary lifestyle. I can also answer questions about being an aerobics/group exercise leader or questions about getting certified with AFAA.

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Receiving my Masters of Science in Clinical Exercise Physiology, I have been Fitness Director on board Royal Caribbean luxury cruise ships, I have given training seminars for aspiring group exercise leaders; I am certified and I work for Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA). I was Senior Exercise Physiologist and lecturer at the Internationally renowned Pritikin Longevity Center and Spa at Turnberry Island Resort in Miami, Florida for almost 10 years and I was also the Fitness Assessment Coordinator at the exclusive Fisher Island Spa Internazionale on exclusive Fisher Island in Miami Beach (famous residents of the island include Oprah Winfrey, Andre Agassi, and Sharon Gless). I've competed in AAU and NAC Aerobics competitions. Currently, I own a Fitness/Lifestyle planning business. I have been in the Fitness industry for almost 20 years and here on AllExperts since 1999.

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B.S. Biology/Chemistry M.S. Clinical Exercise Physiology AFAA Certified and Examiner

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