• Proper support shoe flexibility
• Cushioning
• Personal gait variations such as pronation and supination
• Foot evaluation e.g. high arch, flatfoot, heel design

• Squash court floors should be hardwood and unfinished, or sanded, so that perspiration is absorbed and does not become a slippery hazard, but they very often become slippery due to dust accumulation, especially if not cleaned on a regular basis
• Furthermore, many courts are sealed and become slippery very fast
• Use high-grip non marking outer sole with enough traction and flexibility for fast push off ability and to prevent slipping
• Low to medium profile shoe to prevent ankle sprains
• Higher cut shoe for ankle support or problems
• Forefoot stability with a reinforced toe box: repetitive lunging and dragging quickly wear down this area, so extra leather or rubber protection is recommended
• Look for a slight depression cut into a shoe’s heel collar to reduce Achilles tendon irritation and provide a more secure heel fit
• Look for grooves in the outsole that allowe enough flexibility. It should flex in the forefoot) and support rotational movements
• Light to medium weight with effective shock absorption
• Strong breathable material

Know your foot type

• Consider going to a specialty (running) shoe store for expert analysis on your gait, stride, weight, and other factors that can put you in the right shoe
• Take the simple Wet Test to determine your foot type

1. Dunk your foot/feet in water.
2. Stand on a surface that will leave an imprint of your foot.

1. Normal: normal sized arch with an imprint that has a flare but shows the forefoot and heel connected by a wide band. Shoe to look for: Stability shoes with medium flexibility, good support and durability.
2. Flat foot: low arch with a nearly complete imprint (appears as if the entire sole is imprinted) Shoe to look for: Motion Control Shoes which tend to be inflexible to limit overpronation( dense material on the inside of the foot to correct for pronation.), heavy but very durable.
3. High-arched: High-arched foot: a very narrow band is connecting the forefoot and the heel (feet are rigid and immobile) Shoe to look for: Well cushioned shoes with medium to little support and very flexible to encourage foot motion.

• Players who rely on speed: use a light shoe with a lower cut and profile
• Power players: use a slightly heavier shoe that provi