Running shoe issue

Colstriper
Colstriper Posts: 71 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
I recently started jogging/walking everyday for the last month. I have about 50 miles so far and I really enjoy the time spent outdoors. Last weekend I bought some new shoes because my old shoes were completely wearing out and I really wanted to buy some new shoes anyways. I bought the New Balance 750v1 and they seem to be nice shoes, except now when I run I can't run for very long and it seems my new shoes make my shin muscles very tiered very quickly. It seems all I can do now is speed walk.

Do I need to break them in to run in them or did I buy a shoe with to big of a heel? I'd rather run than walk when I go out. Should I stick with them or but something else for running? Something with less heel maybe? A minimus shoe might a good choice for me?

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  • wolfgate
    wolfgate Posts: 321 Member
    Did you get evaluated at a local running shop (not big box store)? It appears that shoe is a cushioned, lightweight trainer built for people who who have a very neutral and natural pronation profile. If you overpronate and are wearing that shoe it could easily be the reason your lower leg is getting tired. Of course, nobody here can diagnose you over the internet, but that is my strong suspicion.

    Running shoes don't require breaking in as a general rule. They pretty much are good to go out of the box.

    If you're trying to do minimal running, the heel toe drop is still higher than most minimal shoes, so it's likely difficult to truly do a forefoot landing. (You'd have to figure out if that even worked for you). If you're landing initially on the heel and overpronate, well, see first paragraph. The only way you'll know if minimal running is for you is to try it. Despite it's benefits for some, and despite the religious ferver you'll read about which style is best, you're still an experiment of one.

    All that to say, get yourself to a local running store, tell them your goals, and share your questions on standard/minimal, and let them help you.
  • iluvprettyshoes
    iluvprettyshoes Posts: 605 Member
    I agree - go to a store that specializes in running shoes & equipment. Not footlocker- you shoudl be able to look in the yellow pages and find a speciality store.

    They will watch you run and analyze your gait, measure your foot and recommend several brands of shoes for you.

    It really helps and will prevent you from getting injuries later.
  • Bmontgomery613
    Bmontgomery613 Posts: 200 Member
    Definitely get evaluated. Running shoes are an investment and your feet and legs will thank you for it.

    Personally, I'm kind of cheap, so it hurts to pay $100 for "running" shoes. I bought my first pair and they were wonderful, but they wore out in 4 months and it hurt to run. So, I tried to just buy a cheap pair of shoes. They felt good in the store and I could walk in them pretty nicely, but as soon as I tried running, my shins and ankles killed me. I overpronate, so I need stability shoes. I went back to the store and bought a pair of good running shoes and forked over the money and my feet have never been happier. One of my friends told me that new running shoes should feel like you're running on pillows and that's exactly what these feel like. It's fantastic and I will NEVER go cheap on my running shoes again. Lesson learned.
  • Di3012
    Di3012 Posts: 2,247 Member
    Definitely get evaluated. Running shoes are an investment and your feet and legs will thank you for it.

    Personally, I'm kind of cheap, so it hurts to pay $100 for "running" shoes. I bought my first pair and they were wonderful, but they wore out in 4 months and it hurt to run. So, I tried to just buy a cheap pair of shoes. They felt good in the store and I could walk in them pretty nicely, but as soon as I tried running, my shins and ankles killed me. I overpronate, so I need stability shoes. I went back to the store and bought a pair of good running shoes and forked over the money and my feet have never been happier. One of my friends told me that new running shoes should feel like you're running on pillows and that's exactly what these feel like. It's fantastic and I will NEVER go cheap on my running shoes again. Lesson learned.

    THIS ^

    I used to suffer with shinsplints, it was impossible to run on pavements. In the end I continuously trained on my treadmill, indoors.

    I eventually went to a specialist running shop, had my running gait analysed, bought the shoes they advised and I have not looked back since. I can run however far I want outdoors with these shoes, on pavements. I too overpronate, but they shoes are excellent and the £95 I paid for them was well worth it.

    OP definitely get your gait analysed and get fitted for the shoes that will suit your body and running style, you will not regret it.
  • Colstriper
    Colstriper Posts: 71 Member
    Thanks for the advice. Looks like I just bought myself a pair of lawn mowing shoes! I figured it was my shoes. I will go get fitted soon.
  • Colstriper
    Colstriper Posts: 71 Member
    Thanks for the advice. Looks like I just bought myself a pair of lawn mowing shoes! I figured it was my shoes. I will go get fitted soon.

    Thanks for the advice, went to the running store and bought some nice runners. Will try them out in the morning.

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