Lacing techniques

Dr Stef Penkala

Laces are the most versatile fastening mechanism

Provides the best adjustability of fit and support

There are a range of different lacing techniques

It is worth knowing these to create the best fit in shoes
The following are lacing techniques you can practice
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High and tight lacing techniques increases rearfoot control

of the shoe and reduces impact loading
x Hagen and Henning (2009) Journal of Sports Medicine. 27(3):267-275

A range of lacing techniques available

The evidence

High and tight lacing techniques increases rearfoot control

of the shoe and reduces impact loading
x Hagen and Henning (2009) Journal of Sports Medicine. 27(3):267-275

A range of lacing techniques available

For tight closure.

How to lace your shoe

http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/shoes/how-to-lace-your-shoe/482.html

How to lace your shoe

http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/shoes/how-to-lace-your-shoe/482.html

How to lace your shoe

http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/shoes/how-to-lace-your-shoe/482.html

How to lace your shoe

http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/shoes/how-to-lace-your-shoe/482.html

How to lace your shoe

http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/shoes/how-to-lace-your-shoe/482.html

For tight closure.

How to lace your shoe

http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/shoes/how-to-lace-your-shoe/482.html 10

How to lace your shoe

http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/shoes/how-to-lace-your-shoe/482.html 11

How to lace your shoe

http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/shoes/how-to-lace-your-shoe/482.html 12

How to lace your shoe

http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/shoes/how-to-lace-your-shoe/482.html 13

How to lace your shoe

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