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I'm new to basketball, but these sneakers from a Carrie Underwood-approved brand make me look like a pro
I hope I'm not the only one who says I gained weight during the pandemic. Blame it on forced gym closures, lack of motivation, and no events to work towards, but I quickly outgrew the items hanging in my closet and slowly put them into storage. To get back to my pre-pandemic size this year, I invested in workout programs, boutique gyms, and at-home fitness equipment and tools. However, recently my body has gotten used to my regular fitness habits. To combat the plateau, I decided to play basketball, but as a long-time...
I'm new to basketball, but these sneakers from a Carrie Underwood-approved brand make me look like a pro
I hope I'm not the only one who says I gained weight during the pandemic. Blame it on forced gym closures, lack of motivation, and no events to work towards, but I quickly outgrew the items hanging in my closet and slowly put them into storage.
To get back to my pre-pandemic size this year, I invested in workout programs, boutique gyms, and at-home fitness equipment and tools. However, recently my body has gotten used to my regular fitness habits. To combat the plateau, I decided to play basketball, but as a long-time lover of the sport and die-hard Lakers fan, I was both excited and nervous about perfecting my skills.
As I have found relevant to most stressful things in my life, when I look good, I feel good. With the same mentality to play on the New York courts with players who have trained for years, I decided to invest in new basketball shorts, sports bras and my favorite item of all: Adidas x Stella McCartney Ultraboost 21 sneakers.
Adidas
Buy it:Adidas x Stella McCartney Ultraboost 21 Sneakers, $138, was $230; adidas.com
Loved by Carrie Underwood as a comfortable option for her sensitive knees, they feature an adaptable and flexible sock liner construction - something I've really appreciated in my rookie basketball career. I really enjoy it for the springy cushioning it provides when shooting. Not only do they feel great on the course, but also on my 5-6 mile runs where they held up just as well on cement. And although they look chunky, they are extremely light - a factor I look for in all trainers.
Zappos
Buy it:Adidas x Stella McCartney Ultraboost 21 Sneakers, $193, was $230; zappos.com
The sneakers are made from Primegreen, a blend of high-performance recycled materials, and 50 percent of the shoes' upper is recycled. They have a super comfortable fit and come in brown, core black, shift purple and orange, which does wonders for my mood and outfit. The bright color makes me want to improve my basketball skills and run faster.
If neither Carrie Underwood's endorsement nor my personal experiences have convinced you to purchase a pair of your own, the shoes have also received a plethora of positive reviews. "I'm in love with these shoes! First of all... [they have a] sexy and sporty style, [plus they're] light and unique. I've gotten so many compliments," one shopper shared.[I'm] happy with my purchase. I received compliments," said another shopper. "I'm so glad I bought it," wrote another shopper, who recommended sizing down.
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For a super comfortable and fashionable basketball shoe, it's high time to get the Adidas x Stella McCartney Ultraboost 21.