running shoe advice?

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  • Alwaysnancy
    Alwaysnancy Posts: 51 Member
    My last two pair were fitted at the local running room. The first pair were Asics and a stability shoe. I have plantar faciitis and very wide feet and high high arches. These shoes felt very klunky too me. My friend who has been running long distances for many years tells me he changes his shoes every 3 months and never wears them for anything but running. If he doesn't it bothers his kness.

    Another friend went to a privately owned local running shoe store. She will access your gait and feet for a fee of $40. Our running friend really didn't like this place and says this woman takes advantage of people with her runs and training programs. She's way more than other places. My friend then went to the Running Room where I went and they told her that her shoes were exactly what she needed and they were still fine so that made me feel great about them.

    When I went in for my second fitting I asked about the stability shoe...and said why do I have a stability shoe...this guy reaccessed my need and could see the wear on the Asics and determined I really didn't need the stability and I got a pair of Brooks Glycerin. Seriously love these shoes. Running is so much better. So I guess is feel comfortable with the person assessing you. Don't pay extra if you don't have to.
  • cclark1203
    cclark1203 Posts: 244 Member
    My running shoes are done, and I am in desperate need of a new pair. I need something with good arch support, the arches of my feet have recently started hurting me, but this might be due to the fact that I have broken down my old pair of shoes? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
    Also, feel free to add me, I need some supportive friends! Thanks :)
    Definitely this. I finally bought my last pair from a running store and my feet have never been happier!! I suffered from plantar fascitis and heel spurs and now they don't bother me too much at all.
  • seasonalvoodoo
    seasonalvoodoo Posts: 380 Member
    If you're interested...try minimalist shoes, but as someone said earlier, transition slowly if you go that route.

    I run in Vibrams or a pair of Nike water shoes. I made the switch to minimalist shoes 7 months ago after injuring myself by wearing shoes to "correct" some things. Just ran my first 1/2 marathon in March and have no more knee, shin, back, etc. issues.
  • biznoche
    biznoche Posts: 43
    I just went to a running store to get my new ones, the staff was very helpful.
  • Mira710
    Mira710 Posts: 194 Member
    Definitely get fitted. While you are there, try on a pair of K-Swiss tubes. SO comfortable!
  • SPNLuver83
    SPNLuver83 Posts: 2,050 Member
    Find out what kind of feet you have, either by some research or by getting fitted if you have a shoe store near you that does that. Find out if your arch is high, normal, low or flat then get the type of shoe you need from there.

    For example, I have next to no arch in my feet, but I have a normal stride. So I need a very cushioned shoe that is either motion control or stability. I LOVE Asics for this type. They seem to feel best. I got fitted for a Saucony but I am takin those back tomorrow cuz I found another pair of Asics that feel way better. If this is you, look for shoes like Asic Gel-Evolution, Gel-Frantic etc
  • andreanicole686
    andreanicole686 Posts: 406 Member
    I wrote a letter to Nike complaining why they discontinued their awesome air zoom running shoes. I told them exactly why I LOVED those shoes for road running and why i felt nothing they offer at the moment comes close to making up for the features lost by stopping the air zoom.

    It was about 4 pages long LOL...3 weeks later, they sent me 3 pairs of air zooms,running leggings and live strong jackets for running, and asked if i'd be willing to try new models and prototype designs for them in shoes and running apparel.

    i will be a nike *kitten* for eternity.

    That is awesome!!! Makes me like them even more now :)
  • samhelen
    samhelen Posts: 98
    I barefoot run in Vibram fivefingers -- however, if you're used to running in a traditional running shoe it takes time to transition into barefoot running -- should only run in them for a mile every other day and then over the weeks work into longer distances -- the reason people get a lot of pain running in barefoot shoes is because they tend to try to do similar distances to what they were doing in traditional running shoes but when you're barefoot running you're working muscle groups you haven't used as intensely in traditional shoes... granted that probably hasn't answered your question.
  • LorinaLynn
    LorinaLynn Posts: 13,247 Member
    Asics Gel-Frantic are my happy shoes, and I have high arches.
  • Bumdrahp
    Bumdrahp Posts: 1,314 Member
    I love rebook zigtech tr, They are absolutely the most comfortable pair of shoes ever. They got rid of my shin splints just by working out in them.

    I'm buying a pair of these! SO glad to hear this before purchasing.. I was looking into them and now I'm sold.. LOVE them!
  • meerkat70
    meerkat70 Posts: 4,605 Member
    lol. I reckon the key message from all these conflicting opinions is ... go get fitted.
  • Sabine_Stroehm
    Sabine_Stroehm Posts: 19,263 Member
    The best advice I was given and did was go to a running store to get fitted.



    THIS
    THIS +1 If you can, find one where they make you run and either watch you or film you.
  • Sabine_Stroehm
    Sabine_Stroehm Posts: 19,263 Member
    if going to a store is out of the question--i recommend Asics but if you can get fitted then do that :)

    Unless you have a wide foot or a high arch - asics run narrow.

    I prefer Brooks.
    I prefer Brooks too. I have a narrow foot and a high arch. Assics are where my knee problems began. Because I DIDNT get fitted.
  • ktbia
    ktbia Posts: 118 Member
    I agree on going to a running store. If you are running a lot, its worth the investment. I had shin splints a few years ago- the first day I wore my new shoes from a running store, my shin splints went away. Same thing for my husband. We were not wearing the right shoes.

    Don't be scared of the price, either, because a good running store will only sell what is best for you. My husband tried on 5 pairs of shoes and the best pair was the $75 on sale pair. They didn't try to push the newer, more expensive shoes.
  • bjwbmw
    bjwbmw Posts: 55
    Brooks - their new lightweight tennis shoes are amazing. It is a minimalist racing shoe - i wear them for bootcamp too!
  • k80mac
    k80mac Posts: 63 Member
    running store. Get evaluated. Get a recommendation and if you want to save a few $, make a note of their recommendations/what you like then go find it online. I did that with my first pair, then my 2nd pair I paid for my excellent service at the store. ;-)


    btw I love my Brooks Adrenaline.
  • jabdye
    jabdye Posts: 4,059 Member
    Check out Mizuno's running website. They have the most extensive self-diagnosing shoe setup I have found. I have been fitted by several running shoe stores -- and the website gave me the same results. Also, once you know your shoes type you can be a little more knowledgeable when shopping. also, I would go to a store like D!ick's where you can return them if they don't work. I used a pair of Asics for several runs and was still able to return them. As someone with 30 or so running shoes in my closet:blushing: that's what I have learned. Just my 2 cents:bigsmile:
  • Diesmia
    Diesmia Posts: 1
    Have to agree with a few posters: been a barefoot style runner for years and I can't say enough how much it has removed all of my leg pain.

    if you've never tried it, do some research into it. It really does work and it really does save a lot of joint pain. In addition to the Virbram, Merill makes some great running shoes for this style (have worn out a couple of Vibrams and am now in Merrill). I trail run (USMC Mud Run, Warrior Dash, etc) and these shoes rock, if you're into that running style.
  • Crazy4Healthy
    Crazy4Healthy Posts: 626 Member
    The best advice I was given and did was go to a running store to get fitted.

    ^^ This, best thing I ever did, helped clear up many foot issues I was having. If you go to a good store, they will even put you on the treadmill and analyze your running to help fit you better.
  • SweetNaughtyLips
    SweetNaughtyLips Posts: 374 Member
    Interesting Read: I just started running and I have flat feet; I'm looking for the best running shoe...

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  • greytblackdog
    greytblackdog Posts: 51 Member
    I 100th getting fitted. I cannot even stand to wear my Nikes to the mall that I ran in for four months before getting properly fitted. I'm a Brooks girl all the way. Getting the right shoes has reduced my knee issues and have made my long runs way more comfortable. It was a shock to my system to pay $100 for running shoes, but I realize I spend a lot of very important time in them weekly so they are well worth the expense.

    Also, after you get fitted and you know what you like, check out e-bay. Last year's models can be found there for a lot less!
  • sugarsquare
    sugarsquare Posts: 60 Member
    I under pronate and have low arches which is very unusual anyone have any ideas about what shoes to get. I have problems with shin splints also.
  • hyerlevo
    hyerlevo Posts: 16
    My running shoes are done, and I am in desperate need of a new pair. I need something with good arch support, the arches of my feet have recently started hurting me, but this might be due to the fact that I have broken down my old pair of shoes? Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
    Also, feel free to add me, I need some supportive friends! Thanks :)

    You sound j like me lol! My tennis have had it,, my arches are hurting and I keep procrastinating. I put some arch supports in them and it help for a while but it's time lol!

    Good luck!
  • PickTara
    PickTara Posts: 19
    Thanks everyone, You all will be happy to know I am going to go get fitted for running shoes at my local running store tomorrow, wish me luck :). Thanks for all the wonderful advice :)

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