Toe socks. Remember those cute little socks you gave to your daughter, niece or grandchild. They were the ones with individual places for each toe. Toe socks were adorable and came in the cutest shapes. The feet looked so adorable all bundled up with the toes wiggling in their little compartments.

These socks are not them. These are Injinji Socks - toe socks with an adult sophistication, toe socks with a purpose. Injinji toe socks have nothing to do with cuteness. Injinji Socks are for consumers who want to take care of their feet. An Injinji toe sock is intended to walk this earth with a purpose.

An Injinji toe sock is a product of San Diego sock maker Injinji Footwear Inc. Randuz and Joaquin Romay founded the company. They have been producing Performance Socks since 1999. The word “Injinji” comes from an African drumming term. It refers to the point when all members in the drumming circle are in complete unison, performing as a single entity.

The name is an attempt to describe the ability of the socks to work with the natural rhythm and science of the body. What Injinji Socks are is a means of isolating the individual toes to create a unity with the rest of the body. Injinji socks are toe socks with the intent of allowing the body to perform naturally when encased in a shoe.

When is a sock not simply a sock - when it is an Injinji toe sock? Injinji toe socks act similar to a glove. Each toe has a separate compartment. Each toe slides into its own position. Separated by a layer of material, toes do not rub together. This removes the chance of 2 common problems: a build-up of moisture and blisters from toe-on-toe friction.

Injinji Toe Socks, by being anatomically correct, help align your feet for a variety of tasks from walking to mountaineering. These toe socks allow you to grip better, retain better pasture and maintain balance.

The ability of Injinji to keep your toes healthy and strong lies in the design and its execution. The separation of toe-from-toe prevents friction. This reduces direct contact. Continuous contact creates blisters. Remove this possibility and your toes are safe.

The design of all Injinji toe socks is based on AIS (anatomical interface system) technology. The sock is sewn in a single piece, not pieced together. The materials for the sock are selected to conform to the foot. The CoolMax, Nylon/Lycra and other substances keep the feet naturally breathing, dry and comfortable.

Injinji socks are becoming increasingly popular among athletes of various types. They include average runners and former champions such as Nicole Hunt, 2006 Gold Medal United States Team member, Turkey. Athletes wear them for track and field, cross training, running and mountain bike riding. Injinji Incorporated also supports various charity and annual running events. In 2009, Injinji toe socks were the official race sock for the Western State Endurance Run – the Western States 100.

There are several different types of Injinji Socks on the market. Each caters to a specific level of performance or usage. An Injinji toe sock comes in micro, mini-crew and crew lengths. Most come in the following colors: white, black, pink, blue, navy, tan, sand, slate and forest. A few of the Performance Socks are also available in Rainbow colors and patterns.

1. Performance Injinji Socks

Injinji Performance Socks are meant for runners, athletes and other performances. These toes socks are constructed of 70% CoolMax. This keeps the feet cool and dry when running, climbing or otherwise engaged in athletic pursuits.

2. The Outdoor Series

The Outdoor Series of Injinji Socks is designed with the outdoors in mind. These socks are heavier than the Injinji Performance models. The intent of the designer is to keep the feet warm in winter and cool in summer. To do this, the major component used in the construction of Injinji Outdoor socks is Australian Merino Wool

3. Injinji Split Toe Socks

Split toe socks such as injinji Split Toe Socks have a singular purpose. They allow you to wear socks and sandals at the same time. The division separates the big toe from the rest of the crew.

4. Injinji Yoga Socks Series

The eco friendly Yoga Series of Injinji toe socks comes with and without toes. They have a slip resistant sole, arch support and a contoured place to tuck in your heel. These colorful products are designed of natural material. Wear Injinji Yoga Socks during Yoga or around the house. While other Injinji toe socks tend to be solid patterns, the Injinji Yoga Series comes in intricate patterns.

5. Injinji Liner Socks Series

These Injinji toe socks come in white and tar. Injinji Liner socks are a “first layer” to be worn beneath your regular socks.

6. Injinji Travel Socks

The travel series of Injinji socks rise over the calf of the leg. These tall socks are to help protect the leg muscles, therefore reducing muscle fatigue while preventing any swelling of the leg.  Injinji travel socks are the creme de la creme for travelling

by Julie-Ann Amos, professional writer, and owner of international writing agency www.ExquisiteWriting.com

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