Best shoe brand for overpronators?

katrinas626
katrinas626 Posts: 46
in Fitness and Exercise
I know it's a very personal choice. The running store said I'm overpronating and that's the likely cause of my shin splints. So I'm thinking new shoes are in order. What do you like?
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  • mvuhlt
    mvuhlt Posts: 7 Member
    I also have very flat feet with pronation. I have some custom sports orthotics that I wear in athletic shoes. You will have to do some trial and error to find what works best for you. It's not just a particular brand, since just about all the good shoe companies make shoes for pronators.
  • walkdmc
    walkdmc Posts: 529 Member
    I would ask for specific brands at the running store, or check out the Shoe Dog on Roadrunnersports.com. I am a mild overpronator and like Brooks and Asics.
  • eathealthygetfit
    eathealthygetfit Posts: 6
    My fave is the Brooks Beast. I'm a severe over Pronator. The Brooks Beast has helped me a great deal as i prepare for my first 1/2 marathon in Miami at the end of Jan. I also have the Asics Kanayo. The right shoe will help you so much, good luck with the search
  • AnjaZ89
    AnjaZ89 Posts: 235
    I LOVE Asics!
    I got my first pair (for inddor volleyball) 8 years ago, then got a pair for running and never changed brands :)
    Mine have a gel cushion that felt really weird the first time I tried them on, but once you start exercising it will feel like part of your foot is stepping on a tiny little cloud inside your shoe :)
  • amybg1
    amybg1 Posts: 631 Member
    I'm a mild pronator as well, tried Brooks but my feet didn't like them...Went to Asics and have never looked back! For running the Kayanos are the greatest!!
  • ssalmfp
    ssalmfp Posts: 27 Member
    Right now I'm using Brooks.

    I have a question for pronators as well. My knee is KILLING me. My left ankle pronates and that's side that's hurting. It hurts right around the medial tibial condyle (which is the bottom of my knee on the side that's towards the middle). I noticed a litle pain on Wednesday, and I ran anyway (why the **** did I do this?). My knee was killing me on Thursday, it's a lot better today. So, is the knee pain related to the pronating? Or is it probably because of something I did on Tuesday (I didn't run), and I just made it worse by running on it?

    Any advice or stories of similar issues?
  • StarIsMoving
    StarIsMoving Posts: 437
    I am with ya! ASICS Phoenix Gel 4 are my favorites. As soon as I have more money saved I am going to order more the next time they go on sale at Kohl's so I have back-up for when these ones wear out. Have tried a few pair, these are the gems for me though
  • StarIsMoving
    StarIsMoving Posts: 437
    Right now I'm using Brooks.

    I have a question for pronators as well. My knee is KILLING me. My left ankle pronates and that's side that's hurting. It hurts right around the medial tibial condyle (which is the bottom of my knee on the side that's towards the middle). I noticed a litle pain on Wednesday, and I ran anyway (why the **** did I do this?). My knee was killing me on Thursday, it's a lot better today. So, is the knee pain related to the pronating? Or is it probably because of something I did on Tuesday (I didn't run), and I just made it worse by running on it?

    Any advice or stories of similar issues?

    I had real bad shin splints and also hip issues until I got the right shoes. Could it be related? Sure. If it continues with the correct shoes then I would question your warm up or stretching. They have topical gel or lotion to help with inflammation I used to put on before running and then icing after helps a lot until you get your new shoes though.
  • HMVOL7409
    HMVOL7409 Posts: 1,588 Member
    I was told I overpronate and I bought Brooks Glycerin 10. Haven't had a single shin splint since; however if I could have a new IT band I will gladly take one.
  • YoungDoc2B
    YoungDoc2B Posts: 1,593 Member
    I'm a mild overpronator and currently running in the Nike Lunarglide +4 's. These shoes are awesome, feels like you're running on a cloud
  • NicoleNeverman
    NicoleNeverman Posts: 41
    I have a really sevre prontanation so I went and got fitted for shoes and ended up with mizuno running shoes. Not sure of the name of the shoe itself, but it was the one with the most support. It was the most supported shoe in the store.

    The shop assistant told me that it is unlikely I will ever run without some degree of pain, even with very supported shoes and orthodics but so far I am fine!
  • hdsqrl
    hdsqrl Posts: 420 Member
    I had a pair of Asics that I loved, and when it was time to replace them, I went to an actual running store. There, they measured me, watched me walk, and they noticed I have a slight overpronation. I'd brought in my old shoes and they looked at those as well. They had me try on every single shoe they sold that helped with overpronation, and I came away with a pair of Mizunos that I adore. Interestingly, I wear an 8M in all of my shoes, but for running shoes, it turned out I do better in an 8.5W. If you have access to a running sports store where experts can fit you and offer advice, I strongly encourage you to pay them a visit!
  • mortyfit
    mortyfit Posts: 354 Member
    Brooks Adrenaline. Been running in them for two years after I had knee and hip problems, went to the running store to get fitted and that's what they gave me--ZERO problems ever since.
  • Audiejude
    Audiejude Posts: 42
    I love the stability shoe brooks adrenaline, it's very cushioned and it's a stability shoe. Didn't the guy at the running store bring out a large amount of shoes for you to try? That's how I picked out mine. However stability shoes are probably for people who have low and weak arches, and I have no idea of it applies for you.
    Nearly every brand has shoes for pronators, it's just the one that feels the best on your feet. Some might offer too much support, too little, or the wrong kind entirely.
  • Crazy4Healthy
    Crazy4Healthy Posts: 626 Member
    It really is a personal choice. If you have a running store that will let you put on the shoes, get on the treadmill and videotape you... that worked the best for me. The first time around they put me in brooks (high stability) and I hated them. It made sense based on what they saw, but it was too much stability for me and didn't allow me to run very naturally, it ended up hurting my knees. When I went back, I explained that and we did more trials and I ended up with Asics (I believe they are Gel 2170). I love them and will buy another the next time. The type really does play a role though, I had another pair of Asics and they ended hurting my ankles. I found I have to buy shoes where the laces are pretty much straight on my foot, not curved in, and I can't have too much stability. I'm now running much better and my planter fasiatis (sp?), knee problems, and ankle injuries have all but cleared up. No shin splints either.

    I have been flat footed all my life and the way I saw it (with stability) is that I've always run flat footed, so I couldn't have something that restricted my normal patterns too much or it caused other injuries.

    Try to find a place that will work with you and test, a good store won't even charge for it. :) Best of luck to you.
  • californiagirl2012
    californiagirl2012 Posts: 2,625 Member
    I know it's a very personal choice. The running store said I'm overpronating and that's the likely cause of my shin splints. So I'm thinking new shoes are in order. What do you like?

    I over pronate and I'm flat footed and I've had the best luck with Asics.
  • kingscrown
    kingscrown Posts: 615 Member
    I used New Balance for a long time, but the lighter and more active I got I found Brooks to be more comfortable. BUT last time I bought shoes and I thought I'd never own a pair..... I got Nikes. They were so much more comfortable than the Brooks. I need a big toe box and they have all been narrow in the past. Well, these say Flywire on the sides and so comfortable. Only thing I thought they were butt ugly. Then are gray with pink highlights. Comfort won out over looks.
  • californiagirl2012
    californiagirl2012 Posts: 2,625 Member
    Right now I'm using Brooks.

    I have a question for pronators as well. My knee is KILLING me. My left ankle pronates and that's side that's hurting. It hurts right around the medial tibial condyle (which is the bottom of my knee on the side that's towards the middle). I noticed a litle pain on Wednesday, and I ran anyway (why the **** did I do this?). My knee was killing me on Thursday, it's a lot better today. So, is the knee pain related to the pronating? Or is it probably because of something I did on Tuesday (I didn't run), and I just made it worse by running on it?

    Any advice or stories of similar issues?

    I had knee problems with long distance running years ago before I knew I over pronate, I never found out why but it finally went away. You can get all kinds of issues like this from wearing the wrong shoes. My husband recently had a heel injury that went away once he got the correct shoes.
  • katrinas626
    katrinas626 Posts: 46
    Thanks for all this info! When I went to the running store I had explained that about a month ago I had bought a brand new pair of New Balance and was somewhat reluctant to buy another $100 pair. I asked if there were inserts that could help and he showed me some that he said might make feel better until I was ready for new shoes. The inserts have helped a little but not enough to make me look forward to a run. I'm a total newbie to running. I did C25k and the shin problems started once I got to the longer runs.
    Last night my knee started to hurt, which is new, and someone when I first started said that if you've been running with no problems and then you start hurting without having had an obvious injury to check your shoes. I'm going back to the running store tomorrow and getting another pair, my hubby will think I'm. Crazy!
  • hdsqrl
    hdsqrl Posts: 420 Member
    I don't think you're crazy...I think you're smart. :drinker:
  • nexangelus
    nexangelus Posts: 2,080 Member
    For years I used either saucony or new balance...now I use vibrams, guess what...no shin splints, BUT you have to learn to toe-run as I call it, spring off from the ball of your foot, not the heel. I reckon the heel striking causes a lot of running problems...hey I am no expert, this works for me...
  • ibach08
    ibach08 Posts: 61 Member
    I have recently read that new research has shown that shoes designed for over/under pronation might actually make it worse. You should wear what feels comfortable and there can be several reasons for you to set shin splints.
    Here is one article questioning the special shoes:
    http://www.runblogger.com/2010/07/pronation-control-paradgim-is-starting.html

    I haven't doen extensive research but I suggest you do so before buying super expensive shoes that might make things worse.
  • Rays_Wife
    Rays_Wife Posts: 1,173 Member
    I'm a flat footed over pronator and I love my Mizuno Waves. You can often find last season's models at a discount, that is how I saved over 50% on mine. Like others said though it's definitely a personal preference and you definitely want to get fitted.
  • jmc0806
    jmc0806 Posts: 1,444 Member
    My fave is the Brooks Beast. I'm a severe over Pronator. The Brooks Beast has helped me a great deal as i prepare for my first 1/2 marathon in Miami at the end of Jan. I also have the Asics Kanayo. The right shoe will help you so much, good luck with the search

    I have a pair of brooks beast as well and love them. They are heavy though...
  • jzammetti
    jzammetti Posts: 1,956 Member
    I wear by my Brooks running shoes. I was evaluated by a running store person and they recommended the particular one I wear...have you been evaluated?
  • snarky
    snarky Posts: 262 Member
    Hello!

    I was evaluated and the store hooked me up with Brooks Addiction. I just bought a new pair, since the previous one worked out so well. Definitely go for a fitting.
  • Colstriper
    Colstriper Posts: 71 Member
    I went to the New Balance store and I was recommended to buy the NB 1012. I love them. It's like running on clouds.
  • StrawberrySquirrel
    StrawberrySquirrel Posts: 4
    I have terrible feet and need a ton of support for my overpronation. I've never been a better, faster, or more comfortable runner than in my REEBOK ZIGTECHS. I sprint and run distance, and these are amazing!
  • LadyVeng3ance
    LadyVeng3ance Posts: 236 Member
    Just dont do adidas..
  • elryn
    elryn Posts: 12 Member
    My history is that 2 years ago I started having foot and ankle pain when I was on my feet for more than a couple of hours. There were times when they'd hurt bad enough that I would start limping. I went to a podiatrist and was fitted for custom orthotics, but the week before the orthotics came in I was diagnosed with some tiny tears in the achilles tendon. To avoid a rupture, I had to stop walking at all for a month, then Physical Therapy etc. FWIW, I'm about 45 pounds overweight and I suspect that's a factor for finding a good shoe.

    The solution was custom orthotics for overpronation, put in neutral running shoes (the running store experts explained that when have orthotics need to have neutral shoes). I wore Brooks Ghost 5 for months and they were pretty good but the ball of my feet would get sore on days where I walked more than 6000 steps. I went back to the running store and switched to Asics Cumlus 14 - which have more cushioning but have plenty of support. They have been great! I can go 15000 steps in a day and my feet will be fine. I've had the Asics for 3 months now. I sometimes run/walk and they've been good for that also.

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