Choosing the perfect shoes is crucial for your comfort and performance, especially in sports like padel, where mobility and stability are essential. Total Padel returns to this theme.

To prevent injuries and ensure an enjoyable playing experience, knowing the precise length, width and arch type of your feet is essential. Find out how to measure your feet and choose the perfect size with this guide.

Measure the length and width of your feet

Finding the perfect shoe starts with measuring your feet accurately. Here are the steps:

  1. Prepare in advance : Stand on a flat surface with your back and heels against a wall and place a sheet of paper under your foot. Wear socks suitable for padel for this measurement.
  2. Tracing : Keep your weight on the foot and trace its outline with a pen, making sure to hold it straight.
  3. Measured : Measure the length of the line from the heel to the longest toe and the width at the widest point. Add 1 cm to the length for optimal comfort when moving around the padel court.
  4. Repetition : Perform the same operation for the other foot and consider the measurements of the larger one when choosing your shoes.

Identify your size

Sizes vary between brands, so it is recommended to use your measurements in centimeters as a reference. For padel shoes, consult the specific size guides and take into account the recommendations on the cut to avoid surprises.

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Determining Arch Type

The type of arch influences the choice of your padel shoes:

  1. Wet print : Wet your foot and step on a piece of cardboard to leave a footprint.
  2. Fingerprint analysis : The imprint will allow you to know the height of your arch. A low arch will result in a fuller footprint, indicating pronation, while a high arch will leave a thinner footprint, indicating supination.

Choosing shoes based on your arch

  • Low arch : Choose padel shoes that offer stability and arch support to compensate for pronation.
  • Medium arch : You are spoiled for choice when it comes to padel shoes. Select according to your personal preferences.
  • High arch : Look for shoes with good cushioning and high arch support to counteract supination.

Conclusion

Accurately measuring your feet and understanding your specific arch support needs can greatly improve your comfort and performance on the padel court. With this guide, you are now ready to choose the shoes that will accompany you.

Franck Binisti

Franck Binisti discovered padel at the Club des Pyramides in 2009 in the Paris region. Since then, padel has been part of his life. You often see him touring France to cover major French padel events.

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