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Chaco Zong Sandal - Mens
The Chaco Zong Sandal for men combines unbelievable comfort with surprising stability for a slip-on sandal. Chaco's Biocentric footbed provides shock absorption and superior comfort so your feet don't feel like pancakes. Featuring Vibram's versatile Colorado outsole, the Zong will stick to wet pavement, sandstone, gravel or riverbed cobbles. If you would rather go barefoot but need traction and protection, this is your sandal.
$74.95 
more a thong than a utility sandal
Perhaps it is just the shape of MY foot, but the tighter I strap these on, the more they want to wiggle off. I love the fit when I am just hanging out, but if I am walking any distance or hiking, I have to scrunch my toes to keep from wiggling out the back. Thus, they are not much more utilitarian than a regular pair of thongs. I'm not sure that a medium exists between thongs and the full on sandal with backstrap.
my favorites
I know I am a girl but I actually bought the men's version because I like the wider sole... I cannot live without these sandals. I am convinced of it. I have 3 pairs of Chacos now and these definitely head up the rotation. I have worn these hiking, around town, paddling; pretty much everywhere and I love them. They are completely comfortable, they stay on when I need them too and slip off when I don't. My only problem is once you get sand in the soles at the strap holes it gets tougher and tougher to adjust.
goin' strong
I've had a pair of these for almost 2 years now and they are still one of my all-time favorites. No, I wouldn't want to go do a 5-mile hike in them, but they are super comfortable and way more secure than just a pair of flops. I've tried to trash them but they still look and feel practically new, plus Chaco's customer service rocks--they'll resole, fix your straps, etc. Pretty cool.
Do the opposite!
You know, I had the same problem at first as the guy whose foot kept coming out of the sandal. But I tell you, when I loosened the sandal straps over my instep, it made a huge difference. It's as if the tightened straps actually pushed my foot out, while the loosened straps allowed my foot to stay in the sandal with ease. These things are amazing! Just like George Kanstanza on Seinfeld, if you "Do the opposite," it really works!
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Training Tips
Anaeroic threshold is when lactic acid starts to build up in your body as your muscles are not getting the oxygen they require. This threshold is typically expressed as a percentage of your VO2 max - the amount of oxygen per kilogram of weight that a person can use in converting fuel to energy. Elite athletes threshold might be as high as 90% of VO2 max.
Efficient running position allows you to run farther and faster. Keep the heel raise to a minimum, relax your upper body and hands, keep your upper body poised and quiet.
If you want to make progess in your training, join a running group. A commitment to meet on a regular basis with a group of like minded individuals will help you keep your focus.
An efficient long distance running stride will have you landing on your heal first and rolling to the front of your toes.
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