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Women's soccer player sits on a bench at a field wearing the IDA Classica black leather women's soccer cleats and resting her feet on a soccer ball.
Women's soccer player sits on a bench at a field wearing the IDA Classica black leather women's soccer cleats and resting her feet on a soccer ball.
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Soccer Surfaces & Traction

Why it's important and what to consider.

#AskIDA: Return to Play and Injury Recovery with Dr. Nicole Surdyka

#AskIDA: Return to Play and Injury Recovery with Dr. Nicole Surdyka

Last year we hosted our first “Ask IDA” webinar  with Dr. Karli Richardson around female physiology and injury considerations. We’ve turned it into a quarterly series about topics related to the female athlete experience, and we kicked off 2023 with Dr. Nicole Surdyka to discuss injury recovery considerations.

5 (More) of the Best Fitness Drills For Soccer We Love to Hate

5 (More) of the Best Fitness Drills For Soccer We Love to Hate

If you’re gearing up for a new soccer season, tired of the same old fitness drills, but ready to get back into shape… we’ve got you covered with 5 more fitness drills we love and love to hate.

BA Caitlin Robba playing in the FA NFS

5 Goalkeeper Fitness Drills

This article describes five drills to keep goalkeepers fit in and out of season with a focus on agility, explosiveness, diving endurance, acceleration, and reaction time and quick recovery.
What is the FIFA 11+ Warm Up and why is it important for soccer players?

What is the FIFA 11+ Warm Up and why is it important for soccer players?

One of the most commonly used and standardized warmups for soccer players is the FIFA 11+ which, according to the FIFA Medical Assessment and Research Centre (F-MARC), has been proven in multiple research studies to reduce injuries and enhance performance. It is especially relevant for female athletes age 13-18 who are at greater risk of major injury such as ACL tears.

Graphic showing 4 types of soccer cleats. A 2G Turf shoe with lots of little studs, the Ida Classica women's soccer cleat for 3G Turf fields, the Ida Centra women's soccer cleat for FG firm ground fields, and a generic soft ground SG soccer cleat.

Surfaces & Traction on the Soccer Field

From grass to turf, field types can have a huge impact on not just your technical and tactical approach to the game, but also your comfort and safety. The type of surface you’re playing on, and the condition it’s in, can increase the risk of injury among female athletes. So what do we know about the various field types and how can we ensure we’re wearing the best footwear for each surface? Keep reading! 

#AskIDA: Female Athlete Physiology and Injuries

#AskIDA: Female Athlete Physiology and Injuries

We believe that knowledge is power when it comes to footwear, comfort, and performance on the field, so we were delighted to host Dr. Karli Richards, DPM, FACFAS to share her insights around female physiology and injuries.

Teenage girl smiles and holds a pair of white IDA Centra women's soccer cleats up in front of the camera with black studs facing up.

How to find the best soccer cleats for kids: A Shopping Guide for Parents

Finding the best soccer cleats for teenagers is something most parents of budding soccer stars all battle with, especially ahead of a new school year or sports season.

Why do you need women’s specific soccer cleats?

Why do you need women’s specific soccer cleats?

The industry has long sold us on the idea of “unisex” cleats, or even worse, they simply “shrink it and pink it” to avoid educating people about the differences in their feet and actually designing for those differences. So what are the main differences? 

How to Care For Your Boots

How to Care For Your Boots

Taking proper care of our cleats means that we extend their life and lower the impact it has on our planet. We’ll dive into the different steps to be taken for each type of boot and its upper, and how to care for them in the best possible manner.

Close up of black IDA Spirit indoor women's soccer shoes in a line on a futsal court.

What Soccer Shoes Do I Need for Different Surfaces?

From indoor soccer to firm ground and astro turf, here's the ultimate breakdown of what soccer shoes you need.
Women's Soccer Cleats and Indoor Soccer Shoes

How to Lace Your Soccer Cleats

Knowing the right lacing technique can go a long way when it comes to injury prevention, support and stability. Changes in lacing do not necessarily replace good fitting shoes but making minor changes does make a big impact in ensuring greater comfort.
soccer player wearing Ida Sports women's soccer cleats sits on field and reaches for toes to stretch

5 of the Best Fitness Drills For Soccer We Love to Hate

Whether you’re gearing up for a pre-season or you’re working to maintain your fitness year round, conditioning drills are just part of the game.

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