PE uniform for school: what should be the clothes and shoes in physical education lessons

On the threshold of the school year, the child needs to collect not only school uniform, but also physical education. From the number of diverse models of sneakers and tracksuits today, the eyes run wild – what is better, more comfortable? Let’s find out with an expert.

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Tells how to choose clothes and shoes that will please a teenage fashionista and at the same time make his training effective and safe.

What clothes for physical education should be

The main requirements for PE uniforms from the point of view of health and safety are that they should give the pupil full freedom of movement, have a comfortable fit and drain moisture well. They are best met by sportswear made of thin fabrics with synthetics – polyester or polyamide. These materials are very light, smooth, elastic and quickly dry if the child sweats.

Synthetics in the composition should be more than cotton (at least 85%), otherwise all the properties of the fabric is reduced to nothing. Seams on good sportswear should be flat, this will reduce the risk of chafing. Find such clothes can be found in any sports store, there are also children’s models. By the way, clothing made of synthetics has another nice plus that parents will appreciate – it practically does not wrinkle.

A full-fledged set of clothes is two T-shirts, two pairs of sports pants for a change and one sweatshirt in case the gym or the street will be cool. As for style, sportswear has long been given carte blanche: in recent years it has become a full-fledged basis for a stylish image in its own right.

The only advice is to buy a basic uniform of simple cut without flashy prints and inscriptions. So there is a higher probability that she will not dislike the child in a month. In addition, on such clothes you can put a print that the child wants, for example, his last name or number in the school team.

How to choose the right sports shoes

If you count on full-fledged quality classes (most likely, not only at school, but also in sports sections), the child needs three different pairs of sports shoes. One – for classes in the gym and in warm dry weather outside, the second – for classes in the demi-season, the third – for soccer, volleyball, basketball and other game sports.

How do they differ? Sneakers for the athletics program should have a fairly massive sole, which provides good shock absorption. The optimal choice here is running models. In sneakers for outdoor activities in changeable spring and fall weather, the upper is made of denser material, preferably without mesh, and the tread should be more pronounced.

Sneakers for game sports in general should have a thinner sole – it provides better control of movement. If we take the matter seriously, then shoes for games should take into account the peculiarities of the sport. For example, have a reinforced toe for hitting the ball, more tightly fit the foot for greater control of blows, be stable on uneven terrain and, of course, well cushioned jumps.

There are many models of such shoes for different surfaces, so it is best to choose them in a sports store with a consultant. Read more about the rules of choosing running shoes at the link below.

In addition, any pair should have a breathable and lightweight upper. The optimal option – synthetic, with inserts of mesh fabric. The insole of good sneakers is made of elastic material such as EVA. It is better than fabric, will amortize shocks and reduce the load on the joints. It is desirable that it is removable, so you can wash it regularly.

What you definitely should not do is neglect safety in favor of style. Do not let your child go to physical education even in the trendiest sneakers. Their flat soles do not take into account the dynamic load to which the foot is exposed during sports activities.

Do not buy as a change of sneakers in non-profile stores. After all, even if the shoes are attributed to the sports style, it does not mean that it is suitable for classes. Often it is made of lower quality materials, its body is not so strong and does not provide support for the foot. About the consequences of exercising in unsuitable shoes told in the previous material.

Need shoes for sports – you go to a sports store. Otherwise, sneakers, like tracksuits, already form a style in themselves. Whether color-block, monochrome or vintage model – sneakers themselves have become one big trend. Choose shoes with good cushioning that are easy to take on and off, comfortable to wear and, of course, that your child will love.