Running Shoes defect?

I just recently bought a pair of Nike Revolution 2 last week just to start my jogging. But after jogging i felt calf pain only on my left leg for about 1 week now is this due to my left shoe? Because i can feel my right part of my left foot to be more on the right.

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  • jennyaz
    jennyaz Posts: 1
    Go to a running store. They can fit you to the right shoes.
  • rayvynn5374
    rayvynn5374 Posts: 272 Member
    definitely find a running store. they will analyze the way you run and help you select the proper type of shoe.
  • But I already bought a new pair just last week. Does anybody know defects about running shoes?
  • Lonewolf1507
    Lonewolf1507 Posts: 507 Member
    Yes you did buy a new pair, but it would seem that you have the wrong style for the way you run.

    More running injuries are caused by people buying a shoe that looks nice but doesn't offer the correct support or structure for their running action.

    The other option is you are pushing to hard or running on your toes and putting a strain on your calves, a few muscle building exercises for a few weeks might sort the problem too

    Andy
  • moondawg14
    moondawg14 Posts: 249 Member
    Run in your old shoes. does the pain go away?

    Yes? OK, then try the new shoes again. If the pain comes back, buy a new pair.

    No? problem was likely not your new shoes.
  • BrianSharpe
    BrianSharpe Posts: 9,248 Member
    But I already bought a new pair just last week. Does anybody know defects about running shoes?

    It's possible (but improbable) that the shoes are defective. What is more likely is that they're just the wrong shoe for you. Can you take them back?

    The suggestion has already been made to go to a running store (not a big box store or on-line retailer) , have your gait analyzed and they will make recommendations as to the appropriate type of shoe. Having the correct type of shoe can make a world of difference.

    It's also possible that your calf pain if simply a result of trying to do too much, too soon, too fast. Take some time off to heal and then try again but go slowly and build up your distances gradually.
  • Doodlewhopper
    Doodlewhopper Posts: 1,018 Member
    Need more info on the pain. How painful? Location - muscle or achilles? Does it hurt during the entire run or does it go away after a few minutes?

    Could merely be just a case of post exercise soreness, in that case rest a day or two and go back out slower and easier. Try doing toe rises before running.
  • Hexahedra
    Hexahedra Posts: 894 Member
    Unless parts are obviously missing from your left shoe, the chance that it's defective enough to hurt you is about zero. As others have mentioned, first you need to go to a serious running store that has a treadmill and can analyze your gait. The store will then recommend the type of shoes that fits you.

    If you're new to running it's very common to feel sore on one leg or both.
  • coreyreichle
    coreyreichle Posts: 1,031 Member
    I just recently bought a pair of Nike Revolution 2 last week just to start my jogging. But after jogging i felt calf pain only on my left leg for about 1 week now is this due to my left shoe? Because i can feel my right part of my left foot to be more on the right.

    I'd find it highly unlikely the shoe is defective, and very likely you bought the wrong shoes for your feet and running style.

    And, don't rush to think it's a problem with just the left shoe. Problems on the right side can cause issues with the left foot.

    Go to a place that specializes in running shoes, and get a fitted pair from there.
  • I think i got the right shoe for me based from research on the shoe here on the internet.

    I am also feeling the pain only on my left leg(calves to be exact) and i can really feel the shoe has defects on the heel side of it. I'm not sure yet if I can exchange the shoe i bought to the store i have bought it but will totally suck if they don't.
  • Hellbent_Heidi
    Hellbent_Heidi Posts: 3,669 Member
    Go to a running store. They can fit you to the right shoes.
    QFT
    You're more than likely wearing the wrong shoe for you.....
    I think i got the right shoe for me based from research on the shoe here on the internet.
    A good store will analyze your gait and determine where you place your weight. The internet can't do that.
  • ChristyRunStarr
    ChristyRunStarr Posts: 1,600 Member
    I think i got the right shoe for me based from research on the shoe here on the internet.

    I am also feeling the pain only on my left leg(calves to be exact) and i can really feel the shoe has defects on the heel side of it. I'm not sure yet if I can exchange the shoe i bought to the store i have bought it but will totally suck if they don't.


    Research doesn't mean much unless you get fitted-I work in a running store and no matter how much research you do, you can't get the right shoe unless you've been fitted before. Do you need a neutral shoe? Controlling shoe? support shoe?

    If you honestly think it's a defeat (and with only a little info as well as no pictures) there's no real way to know. Go back to wherever you got the shoe and ask to see the same pair and compare them. While you're out, go to a running store and make sure you have the right one. (and by running store, I mean a store that will watch you run-whether on a treadmill or outside-and explain why your current shoes do or don't work for you)
  • kellster111
    kellster111 Posts: 113 Member
    I think i got the right shoe for me based from research on the shoe here on the internet.

    I am also feeling the pain only on my left leg(calves to be exact) and i can really feel the shoe has defects on the heel side of it. I'm not sure yet if I can exchange the shoe i bought to the store i have bought it but will totally suck if they don't.

    How do you know that this is the right show for you? Did you get your gait analyised before you purchased it? If not it is probably the wrong type of shoe. I always have my gait analysised before I buy new running shoes as it can change with weight loss, injury etc, when shoes start to wear out you can also have problems with pain which goes away once new shoes are fitted.
  • ken_hogan
    ken_hogan Posts: 854 Member
    Go to a running store. They can fit you to the right shoes.
    QFT
    You're more than likely wearing the wrong shoe for you.....
    I think i got the right shoe for me based from research on the shoe here on the internet.
    A good store will analyze your gait and determine where you place your weight. The internet can't do that.

    Go to a running store. It was the best thing I ever did. They know more than just doing research on the Internet. They will actually watch how your feet land, etc. and make recommendations from there.
  • Karrie262
    Karrie262 Posts: 152 Member
    But I already bought a new pair just last week. Does anybody know defects about running shoes?

    Many running stores (even online ones) have pretty lenient return policies on their shoes. I'd try that route and then go to a running store where you can fitted properly. Good luck!

    Karrie
  • ken_hogan
    ken_hogan Posts: 854 Member
    But I already bought a new pair just last week. Does anybody know defects about running shoes?

    Many running stores (even online ones) have pretty lenient return policies on their shoes. I'd try that route and then go to a running store where you can fitted properly. Good luck!

    Karrie

    Agreed. The store I went to has a 30 day return policy even if I ran I them all 30 days.
  • __Di__
    __Di__ Posts: 1,658 Member
    But I already bought a new pair just last week. Does anybody know defects about running shoes?

    It's not whether they are new or not, but whether they are suitable for your own feet and running style.

    Unfortunately, you may need to fork out for a new pair of running shoes, but this time, go to a specialist running store and get your running gait analysed, they will then advise on the correct pair.

    Seriously, no mucking about, the wrong shoes can mean the difference between running or not running, at all.
  • meredith1123
    meredith1123 Posts: 843 Member
    Nike may not be for you, especially for running. I dont usually recommend any Nike shoe for running to be honest but to each his own. Go to a running store and get fitted.
  • ken_hogan
    ken_hogan Posts: 854 Member
    Nike may not be for you, especially for running. I dont usually recommend any Nike shoe for running to be honest but to each his own. Go to a running store and get fitted.

    I probably would have gone with Nike if I didn't go to a running store just because of the name. The store recommended Brooks which I never heard of until I went. Best pair of shoes I ever bought.
  • __Di__
    __Di__ Posts: 1,658 Member
    Nike may not be for you, especially for running. I dont usually recommend any Nike shoe for running to be honest but to each his own. Go to a running store and get fitted.

    I probably would have gone with Nike if I didn't go to a running store just because of the name. The store recommended Brooks which I never heard of until I went. Best pair of shoes I ever bought.

    I always used to run in Reebok, they were lovely trainers, however, I could not run in them outside as I used to get shinsplints, I was only ble to run on my treadmill (for some reason the splints never used to happen when I ran on that) - then I went to a specialist running shop, had my gait analysed and was given Saucony - I swear I will never know how I survived without them before this, I can run outside, no splints.

    I luffs my Saucony shoes :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart: :heart:
  • But does anybody heard any shoe defects? Or has tried defects?
  • __Di__
    __Di__ Posts: 1,658 Member
    But does anybody heard any shoe defects? Or has tried defects?

    Good grief man, people are trying to tell you, it is not about defects but because your shoes are not suitable for you.

    No, I have never heard of defects in the way you are looking for affirmation.
  • Hellbent_Heidi
    Hellbent_Heidi Posts: 3,669 Member
    But does anybody heard any shoe defects? Or has tried defects?
    Anything can be defective, especially shoes made in third world country sweat shops...

    If you're so sure its the right shoe, but defective...take them back to the store and they should allow you to exchange them for another pair.... if you have the same problem, you should take some of the above advice into consideration. Many of us are speaking from experience because we were wearing the wrong shoes before we got fitted professionally ourselves..
  • ken_hogan
    ken_hogan Posts: 854 Member
    But does anybody heard any shoe defects? Or has tried defects?

    Good grief man, people are trying to tell you, it is not about defects but because your shoes are not suitable for you.

    No, I have never heard of defects in the way you are looking for affirmation.

    This.