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How to choose a suitable tennis racket (Part 2)

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Low power level

This type of tennis racket is suitable for groups of players with fast swinging speed, wide range. The swinging speed is fast and the swinging range creates a lot of force when hitting the ball, so this player does not need or need very little extra power from the racquet. Thanks to the low-power characteristics, this racket creates a very high ability to control the ball, suitable for professional players or play at a high level

In summary, the bigger the power-assisted racket, the less effort it takes to hit the opponent’s court but the ability to control the ball is lower, whereas the power-assisted racket requires less physical power to hit the ball but gives the feeling of the ball very good.

You must be very careful when choosing the right level of support for you, if you play at a high level but choose the type of power assisted racket, you will not be able to control the ball perfectly, put the ball exactly on the the point you want on the field.

However, if you do not have enough physical strength, play less or just play but choose a low-power racquet, you will often hit the ball out, or will be very tired quickly because you often have to use a lot of effort to hit the ball.

Step 3

After selecting the right racket for you, the final step is to consider other important characteristics when choosing a racket such as weight, head size, density density … to choose the most suitable racket. Below are detailed instructions on each of the characteristics of the racquet and how those properties affect the racquet.

Above are three steps needed to choose a suitable tennis racket for yourself. Hopefully, the guidance is helpful for you. Thank you for reading.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

How to choose a suitable tennis racket (Part 1)

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For beginners in tennis, one of the biggest concerns is how to choose a suitable tennis racket from hundreds of different types of tennis rackets on the market.

The following steps will make the process of selecting tennis rackets easier, helping you eliminate most of the tennis ones that are not suitable for you, zoning a small group of relatively suitable tennis, from which to choose. out the most appropriate racket.

Step 1: Determine your swing style, there are 3 main swing types

Slow swing speed and short swing range

This is the type of swing for the elderly or the physically weak. Average swing speed and moderate swing range. This is the swing style of most amateur Tennis players, young and middle age, with moderate strength and speed, determined to play Tennis is just entertainment. week.

Fast swing speed, very wide swing: This is the type of Tennis swing for professional Tennis players or regular Tennis players at a high level, these players have good physical strength and high agility.

Step 2: After determining your swing style

The next step is to choose a tennis racket that has the power to match your swing style. The level of support is also divided into 3 main groups suitable for the 3 swing areas above.

High power level

People with slow swinging speed and short swing range should use high powered racquet. The reason is that there is a kind of slow and short swing that produces very little force when the racket comes in contact with the ball.

The high powered racket will provide a lot of force for this group of players and the player will not take much effort to put the ball to the opponent’s court. The downside of the high-powered racket group is the ability to control the ball is very low, players will lose a lot of control of the ball.

Medium power

This type of tennis racket is suitable for groups of players with a moderate swing speed and swing range, this group of players does not need too much power from the racket but needs a balance between ability power assist and the ability to control the ball.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jordan Brand’s 2020 All-Star Collection: A tribute to Chicago (Part 2)

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No “couple, paired” like two peers above, but the “Banned” color scheme always deserves its own place in Air Jordan’s decades of history. However, to make a little change, the design team reversed the color of the toe compared to the original.

Bringing the direction of the expensive mix that DJ Khaled once launched as “We The Best”, Jordan Brand brought that color scheme closer to the wearer with the name “Fire Red”, directing gratitude to the identity. characteristic red in Chicago.

To add to the details of where the NBA All-Star Weekend 2020 takes place, the heels will be wearing two special logos. One side is classic Nike Air, the other is Nike CHI with Chicago’s “CHI”.

“DMP” stands for Defining Moments Pack, the collection once became very popular with extremely rare numbers in gratitude for the history associated with Michael Jordan’s NBA championships.

To celebrate the NBA All-Star 2020 taking place in Chicago, Jordan Brand decided to bring half of the “DMP” collection back to the market.

As one of the lesser-known Jordan Retro shoes, the Air Jordan 9 will reappear at All-Star 2020. Although named “Racer Blue” refers to blue, this color scheme has a black color. The main theme, along with the border made from purple, is the pretty light effect.

True to the style of Russell Westbrook, signature shoes Why Not Zer0.3 has never lacked the boldness of the design as well as the choice of color schemes.

In this week’s All-Star 2020, two remixes will be released. One in the classic direction with white and orange combination, the other in a “rebellious” direction with bright colors combined.

The Air Jordan 34 has become one of the best performing basketball shoes in the last few months. Jordan Brand’s 2020 All-Star Collection is such a tribute to Chicago that promises to attract more attention in the near future.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jordan Brand’s 2020 All-Star Collection: A tribute to Chicago (Part 1)

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As the brand associated with the legendary Michael Jordan, Jumpman launched the collection with many unique shoes to pay tribute to the land of Chicago, which has created one of the greatest basketball players in history. Let’s check out!

The world has entered a new decade and with the NBA, these 10 years will begin with the 2020 NBA All-Star festival taking place in Chicago.

As the land of basketball legend Michael Jordan and a powerful Chicago Bulls of the 1990s, “Windy City” has many traditional values ​​and is also an endless source of inspiration that Jordan Brand cannot ignore.

Just before All-Star Weekend kicks off in 3 weeks, Nike’s sub-brand has officially launched a collection dedicated to NBA All-Star 2020 including 12 different shoe models. In particular, many couples have huge historical value.

Newly launched at Paris Fashion Week, the extremely attractive remix called OFF-WHITE x Air Jordan 5 will be sold to the public in extremely limited quantities.

It is believed by many sources that this is one of the shoes with very difficult material to “process”, but this clearly did not prevent the imagination and creative brain at the genius level of the designer. Virgil Abloh.

After months of speculation with occasional images that have surfaced online, the classic version of the legendary Air Jordan 1 shoe has officially been released. This time, buyers will be back in 1985 with the shape, material selection and classic bold color scheme called “New Beginnings”.

Back in the 1980s, Jordan Brand brought to the world in 2020 a version of the Nike Air Ship in its original form.

This is the shoe model that has been banned by the NBA because of the illegal color scheme that Michael Jordan used in the past. This is really a very historic shoe with the Jordan Brand brand, maybe bigger than everyone’s imagination.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ronaldo and the cool Juventus players in adidas x Palace outfit

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Specifically for the fans who love the competition outfit, it is the match that the pupils of coach Maurizio Sarri officially launched a new outfit from the cooperation between adidas and Palace Skateboards.

Juventus released a new competition kit in collaboration with adidas and Palace Skateboards

Before the match between Juventus and Genoa took place, a lot of rumors about Juventus will wear entirely new white outfits with adidas and Palace logos tingling throughout the Italian football forums. The BLD Juventus also asked the team to “throw in” until the end.

Stepping down from the car, Ronaldo and his teammates wore a white tracksuit dotted with unique neon green streaks. By the time the team removed the tracksuit shirt to practice boot, all the rumors were cleared.

The home outfit of Juventus is “customized” with more details that make fans think of the shirts from the 90s of the last century but no less personality, a trend that is predicted to be “extremely hot”. in 2020.

The neon green streaks make up the accent on the team logo, arms, team name, shirt number and adidas x Palace logo. Besides, the black stripes on shirts and socks are stylized by graphic style “deformed” extremely impressive.

The partnership with Palace Skateboards is an important step for adidas to become “a leading lifestyle brand,” and to have competitive strategies, especially when Nike has just created should be successful with cooperation with Jordan and PSG.

For Palace Skateboards, partnering with Nike is the first step into the world of professional football. More than a year ago, Palace was very successful with the collection of costumes to compete at Wimbledon 2018.

As planned, in addition to competition, the adidas x Palace collection of hats, scarves and other accessories will officially be launched in the next few days.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nike ZoomX Vaporfly may be “acquitted” after the investigation of IAAF (Part 2)

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Meanwhile, this figure in the latest version of Vaporfly, Vaporfly NEXT% is 5% and this is also the Eliud Kipchoge athlete shoes used to be the first in the world to run a marathon under 2 hours at Ineos 1 : 59 Challenge.

Vaporfly NEXT% helps Eliud Kipchoge run marathons under 2 hours at Ineos 1:59 Challenge

However, recently, a group of 20 runners with “locomotive”, former Italian Marathon champion Gianni Demadonna, wrote to the International Athletics Federation (IAAF), complaining about the technology of the shoes. Nike, especially the Vaporfly line, creates an unfair advantage among athletes under Article 143 of the IAAF competition rules.

Most of the controversy is about the Vaporfly’s middle sole with carbon fiber discs. The team of athletes said that the spring-like design of this disc is a “doping technique” and makes the game unfair.

The IAAF then had to acknowledge the existence of the problem and issue a statement to establish a special working group for clarification. According to the plan, the final answer will be given by the agency on October 28.

In a recent interview in the Washington Post, the veteran and extremely famous coach of the world classics, Mr. Steve Magness said, most research shows that the foam foam layer increases the efficiency. The ability to run is greater than what carbon fiber discs can do. This is partly due to the absence of a general standard of operation, the functioning of the disc in a shoe.

In a recent analysis in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, scientists Geoffrey T Burns and Nicholas Tam made a number of recommendations for laws regarding the adjustment of the thickness of the middle sole of a running shoe.

Nike itself has also voiced before the heart of the storm, but still leaves the answer to the question “Is foam the main factor that gives the runner an advantage?”. Moreover, Nike is not the only company producing shoes with carbon fiber padding.

Therefore, it is not simple for athletes to “accuse” Nike in this case, even Nike may be innocent in this controversy.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Nike ZoomX Vaporfly may be “acquitted” after the investigation of IAAF (Part 1)

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Actual developments are showing that it is difficult to attribute the “super product” Nike ZoomX Vaporfly in violation of IAAF competition rules.

Back in 2017, Nike released the first Vaporfly 4% superstar for the purpose of helping the runner to overcome the limit, improve the speed, thereby increasing the achievement of participating in tournaments. Run, even break the world record. Despite the price was not “soft” at that time (517 USD/pair), Nike Vaporfly 4% always “sold out” every sale.

In fact, 4% Vaporfly is really a penny-worthy shoe with 5 world marathon records broken by male runner-ups and 1 marathon record to be overturned by a 16 year old female runner, both of these athletes become the record when wearing Nike Vaporfly 4% shoes.

It can be said that 4% Vaporfly has opened a new era in design of running shoes in particular and sports shoes in general with carbon-fiber plate (carbon-fiber plate) and the middle sole of ZoomX is extremely thick but lightweight. , more resilient than any previous Nike sole technology.

The ZoomX middle sole is made up of two different layers of foam. The upper is in contact with the sole of the foot, the lower is adjacent to the rubber sole. More impressively, ZoomX makes the 4% Vaporfly weight of only 192.8 grams, making the runner feel like running on the roads.

However, the “miracle” of Vaporfly 4% lies in the carbon fiber disc itself. With a spring-like design, this disc plate increases the ability to bounce, return energy to the sole of the shoe.

A lot of runner shares that when running with 4% Vaporfly, they feel like they are jumping on a trampoline. Even after experiencing Vaporfly 4% for the first time, the marathoner Galen Rupp also had to say, “I feel like I’m running downhill.”

Explaining the name, the 4% Vaporfly can improve running performance by up to 4% compared to the previous fastest running shoes of both Nike and Adidas.

 

 

 

How superior is Adidas sneakers technology? (Part 2)

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Let’s continue to explore the great sportswear of Adidas products!

Phylon

Phylon is very lightweight, low profile and responsive. Phylon is made of compressed EVA foam powder, the heat is expanded and then cooled in a mold. Mylon slabs are molded using compression molds that can be sculpted into various designs defined by their fine wrinkles.

Polyurethane

Polyurethane, also known as PU, is the most dense, durable and stable midsole material. The Adidas Boost material itself was also developed based on Polyurethane. PU is poured into the mold to create a solid midsole that provides maximum protection from impact. PU is determined by the feeling of smooth rubber and the tendency to turn yellow with age. PU is the heaviest midsole material, but it is also the most durable

Phylit

Phylit is a injection molding unit made up of a combination of 60% Phylon and 40% rubber. Phylit is lighter than rubber, but heavier than Phylon and functions as both a midsole and an outsole. By removing a separate midsole and outsole the weight of the shoe is greatly reduced and versatility is increased.

The outsole of Adidas shoes

Outsole shoes are the sole that touches the ground that you can easily see. Outsole Adidas shoes are usually made from TPU or covered with a rubber layer. Particularly, the Adidas Ultra Boost shoes are covered with Continental rubber.

Torsion Systems

High performance sneakers must protect and support the feet while allowing them to function naturally. The Adidas TORSION system stabilizes the legs, providing lightweight arch support while allowing the forefoot and hind feet to move freely.

Adidas Climacool

ClimaCool is Adidas technology designed to keep your feet cooler and drier. It combines maximum functionality through a unique 360 ​​° ventilation system with progressive and stylish design. Each part of the shoe “breathes”, combining humidity management and maximum ventilation. The result is a shoe that helps the foot maintain its optimal temperature. With a new and highly visible technology, ClimaCool is the main element of Adidas.

Adidas adiPRENE

Protect your heel. Exclusively for Adidas, adiPRENE is an elastic material that meets the cushioning needs of your moving feet. adiPRENE absorbs impact force, provides superior cushioning and protection. An adiPRENE insert also provides both long cushioning and comfort.

 

 

Top comfortable sports bras for your workout (Part 3)

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It can be argued that all sports bras are created equally. Finding a sports bra which supports you without sacrificing breathability or comfort in pushing yourself beyond your personal limits is maybe a more difficult feat than your gym goal achieving. That’s why we’ve done for you the digging. Belows you can easily get on top of the most supportive sports bras.

  1. Stamina Longline Sports Bra from Sweat Betty

The Sweaty Betty’s Stamina sports bra is a great option for you to wear during your sweatiest of workouts.

You can be sure this bra can hold everything into place whether your lifting weights, trying out a new class or maybe doing an intense spin class; with medium support .

The supportive straps on your shoulders ensure light compression and maximum comfortability  means that even if you are bouncing around the gym, you wont be bouncing out of your bra .

  1. Curves Extreme Zip Front Floral Sports Bra from Dorina

The bra is formed of a light, breathable fabric which is called jacquard mesh and also a breeze to dry.

If you’re on the go between classes and into extreme activities, this stylish and inexpensive sports bra with minimal monetary value will give you maximum support.

Not only does a popular zipper detail at the front of the garment provide added security that you wont spill out, if you’re running errands between gym time it’s also change out of by its super convenience.

  1. Stronger For It Soft from Adidas

The Adidas Stronger For It sports bra is designed to support you for high-impact training.

Adidas has understood that it is a bit problematic for women especially larger-chested women for such activities like running.

It is running more your thing. Innovative Climalite fabric, keep you dry through the duration of your workout and ensure to soak up moisture.

Top Activewear Trends in 2020

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It can be tough work to dissect head of sport at the latest sportswear drops Let’s keep up with the latest trends.

Technical Activewear

Technical sportswear will also see a continued rise in 2020. many leading sports brands in line with consumers seeking multifunctionality are harnessing key tech capabilities and innovations to deliver increased functionality. From innovative stretch and hold capabilities, sweat-wicking materials to compression technology, get set to expect more from your performance sneakers and sportswear. Shop this trend with the adidas performance Solar Drive 19 delivering innovative responsive-cushion technology or in the sneaker department, a second skin mineral-infused HeatGear performance fabric from Under Armour Rush Graphic Short Sleeve for Air Compression Tights which offer body-reactive muscle compression technology along with climate control.

Let’s be Sustainable

One of the biggest shifts taking place in the wider fashion industry generally and in sportswear particularly is the growing movement amongst consumers for greater transparency on how and where their clothes are made. You can expect to see a number of brands which are already answering the call for more conscious apparel only grow. Earlier this year, to help navigate through this space, THE ICONIC Considered that is an on-site filter system is launched to enable customers to easily shop by personal sustainability credentials which matter to them. Right now some of my top considered picks include the the Reebok Classics Vector Hoodie which made using organic cotton and the WPN Co T-Shirt that sees 10 per cent of its profits go towards awareness for men’s well-being and mental health.

Heavy colour

We will see the menswear active world embrace light colour in renewed force from neon detailing to bold colour. Think style brights since 80s, to trainers in vibrant patterns and shades. Add a pop of colour to your gym kit and embrace the trend with Puma GetFast 7 Shorts, New Balance Classics 997H and the Adidas Originals Adicolour 3-Stripe Shorts.

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