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Bendable Yoga Sneakers

The Ahnu Athletic Shoes Offer a Stretchy Design to Move with the Wearer

— November 30, 2015 — Fashion
As consumers seek out exercise wearables that offer freedom of range and movement, products such as the Ahnu yoga sneakers become staples in the wardrobe of many. The sneakers offer a bendable design that shares the flexibility of the wearer.

The Ahnu sneakers are a revolutionary footwear design that offers extended stretch properties throughout the footwear's structure giving the wearer more room to move in the way their practice asks of them. The shoes are made using Numentum technology that includes lightweight soles, breathable material and bendable material that simultaneously holds its shape. This allows the wearer to adorn shoes on their feet while they take part in their practice without the fear of being limited by the footwear in their movements.
Trend Themes
1. Flexible Yoga Footwear - Designs that are both flexible and supportive are becoming popular among consumers as they seek out exercise wearables that offer freedom of range and movement.
2. Numentum Technology - Lightweight, bendable and breathable technology such as Numentum is gaining popularity as consumers look for footwear that offers both support and flexibility.
3. Athletic Wearables for Yoga - Athletic wearables designed specifically for yoga and other practices continue to gain popularity among consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Athletic Footwear - Athletic footwear companies can take advantage of this trend by investing in research and development of more flexible and supportive materials for yoga shoes.
2. Yoga and Fitness Apparel - Clothing companies that specialize in yoga and fitness apparel may find an opportunity to expand their product offerings by incorporating similar flexible and stretchy materials into their lines.
3. Wearable Technology - Companies focused on wearable technology may find opportunities to create innovative designs that improve movement and flexibility during physical activity.
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