F3D INSOLES

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Preventing injury

Offering both biomechanical support and shock absorption, a cushioned arch support and an anatomical contour known as a ‘Met Pad’ help spread the load on the forefoot. Helping the body to achieve a more ideal gait, and damping harmful high-frequency shockwaves can help to reduce pain not only in your feet, but also in ankles, shins, knees, hips, back and neck.

Recovery

They will also help to aid recovery time and help to reduce the risk of injuries reoccurring. These insoles are full length and replace the insoles in neutral or supportive running shoes. They are also suitable for other sport footwear (golf or tennis shoes, football and rugby boots etc) as long as the current insole is removable and there is enough space to< accommodate the Advanced Insole.

It is often advisable to wear them in gradually over the first couple of weeks to avoid muscle fatigue and to allow your body time to adapt to the improved gait and posture provided by the insole. Ideal for running, all sports on hard surfaces, gym, hiking and everyday wear.

Which is best for you?

To establish your (loaded) resting arch type, you will need a bowl of water, a dark piece of paper (a brown or manila envelope is ideal) and your bare feet. Place the paper on a flat floor. Wet the sole of your foot using the water in the bowl, shake off excess (we want a damp foot).

Stand as naturally as possible with the dry foot next to the paper, and the damp foot on the paper. Relax and stand naturally for a moment.

Match the imprint left behind to the symbols below to find out what your resting arch type is. You can usefully test both feet. Expect a lower arch on your bigger foot. You may wish to chose the support for your lower arch.

Cushion + F3D Insole

Recommended for:

• under-pronating (supinating) to neutral runners
• people wanting to reduce the chance of long-term injuries
• people wanting more comfort
• use in neutral or supportive trainers and footwear
• medium, medium to high or high arch height
• footwear that has a removable insole and/or excess space in the footwear eg trainers, football or rugby boots
• all ages and body types

Neutral F3D Insole

Recommended for:

• neutral to mildly over-pronating runners
• people wanting to reduce the chance of long-term injuries
• people wanting more comfort
• use in neutral or supportive trainers and footwear
• medium or medium to high arch height (see wet foot test)
• footwear that has a removable insole and/or excess space in the footwear eg trainers, football or rugby boots
• all ages and body types

Support + F3D Insole

Recommended for:

• mildly, moderately, and severely over-pronating runners
• people wanting to reduce the chance of long-term injuries
• people wanting more comfort
• use in neutral or supportive trainers and footwear
• flat feet, low and low to medium arch height (see wet foot test)
• footwear that has a removable insole and/or excess space in the footwear – eg trainers, football or rugby boots
• all ages and body type

Wear instructions

Trim to fit: simply remove your existing insole, place over the top of the Advanced insole, align the heel and trim around the toe to match. This ensures a perfect fit every time (measure twice, cut once!). Alternatively, trim to the desired size using the cutting guide on the underside.

Insert your Advanced Insole with F3D carefully back into the shoe or boot, in place of your old insole, ensuring the insole fits with no creases or bumps. It is often advisable to wear in gradually over the first couple of weeks to avoid muscle fatigue and allow your body time to adapt to the improved gait and posture.