DON'T WASH YOUR RUNNING SHOES WITHOUT KNOWING THE FOLLOWING.

Similar to clothes, running shoes are an accessory that needs to be washed regularly. You don’t need to be overly careful with them, but they do require a little care and cleaning to stay clean and fresh. Trust me! A clean and fragrant pair of shoes will give you more energy for that day’s run. But what should you keep in mind before washing your shoes? Check out the article below to learn what you should and shouldn’t do before washing to keep your favorite shoes looking like new.

1. How often should running shoes be washed?

This is probably the most frequently asked question when it comes to shoe cleaning. You need to distinguish between: cleaning and washing shoes.

You don't need to take care of your running shoes too much, just pay a little attention to them. You just need to keep mud and sweat from ruining your shoes by cleaning the outsole and the upper. If the toe of the shoe is often dirty, dirt, sand or gravel can get into the mesh and fabric layers, making your feet feel like they are rubbing against sandpaper and can be painful. And if the soles of the shoes are dirty, they will always affect the grip of the shoes to some extent.

Remember to keep them in a cool place to avoid bacteria growing and making your shoes smell. It can affect your image or even cause problems affecting the health of your feet!

As for shoe washing, there are usually two types: regular washing and very rare washing. So what is the correct washing frequency?

For those of you who only run on a treadmill at home or in the gym, you can clean them once a month. Because running in the gym, the shoes rarely get dirty, so you don't need to wash them often. But if your feet sweat a lot or run on muddy roads. You should wash them more often to avoid mold. It's best to wash them once every 2 weeks. You can refer to the simple but effective way to clean running shoes at home to help your shoes be cleaner and last longer!

2. How to wash running shoes properly?

When washing running shoes, the most important thing is how not to affect the quality of the shoes. Some shoe washing tips you need to note:

• Do not clean your shoes continuously after each run. Washing running shoes regularly like that will cause the shoes to deteriorate very quickly. If you soak them in water too often: the sole glue will come loose, or the shoe upper material will rot.
• Absolutely do not wash running shoes in the washing machine. The drying temperature will damage the shoe upper material, causing the shoes to lose their shape. At the same time, it will negatively affect the quality of the shoe glue.
• Do not soak shoes in water for too long. Shoes are different from clothes because they have glue between the shoe upper and the sole. This glue does not like to be soaked in water. You can use a water hose to spray directly onto the surface of the shoe to remove stains, quickly and neatly.
• Limit the use of soap. Unless the shoes are too dirty to use clean water, you should use diluted soap, or a specialized cleaning solution specifically for shoes.
• Stuff your shoes with newspaper after washing. Have you ever noticed that every time you buy shoes, there is paper stuffed inside them? Its purpose is to keep the shape of the shoes. Therefore, every time you wash them, you should find newspaper to stuff them in before hanging them out to dry.

3. How to preserve running shoes:

Only wear running shoes when running
If you have a habit of running in the morning. Bring 2 pairs of shoes: one for running and one for work. Right after running, you need to give your shoes time to rest, don't torture them all day. You bought different shoes for different purposes. Let them do their job!

Don't leave your shoes in places that are too hot or too cold
Shoes don't like temperatures that are too high or too low. In hot and humid weather, don't leave your shoes in direct sunlight. In dry and cold weather, don't leave your shoes in a cold warehouse. You should buy a separate cabinet or shelf to store your shoes, both safe and neat.

Put on and take off your shoes properly
Many people have the habit of putting on and taking off their shoes without adjusting the laces. Because this habit will deform the heel of the shoe, and affect the fit of the shoe. Therefore, remember to adjust the laces every time you wear and put on your shoes.

Above are the things you should know to preserve your running shoes to help you have effective running sessions and save money on buying new shoes.