Fancy Running Shoes

hales1wlker
hales1wlker Posts: 5 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
I have been thinking lately about investing in some of those running shoes that they match to your foot, and make them custom. Is this a waste of money? Or are they worth it?

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  • ThickMcRunFast
    ThickMcRunFast Posts: 22,511 Member
    How much do you run? Are you constantly in pain and injured?

    Getting fitted at a running store is generally a good idea, and the right shoe will fix the majority of aches and pains, but if it ain't broke...
  • hales1wlker
    hales1wlker Posts: 5 Member
    I run everyday, and sometimes experience a bit of ankle pain, but would shoes fix that?
  • bb_phat
    bb_phat Posts: 20 Member
    I just got fit for some running shoes recently and I'm SO happy I did. I've been running for a few years, not insane mileage, and always had Nikes. Apparently Nikes are the worst if you actually want to run and do it the right way. When I was being fit, I was told I need certain support because I have low arches. I definitely noticed a difference in running with the new shoes and wish I had got fitted when I first started. If you are serious, actually enjoy running and will stick with it, and want to prevent injury, go for it!
  • rduhlir
    rduhlir Posts: 3,550 Member
    I am not sure what you mean by "custom". But going to a running store and getting properly fitted for shoes that work for you is a must if you intent to keep running. First place runner's look when they start to get injuries are their shoes.
  • ThickMcRunFast
    ThickMcRunFast Posts: 22,511 Member
    I run everyday, and sometimes experience a bit of ankle pain, but would shoes fix that?

    If you run everyday, its worth getting a fitting. Heel pain could be any number of things, from running surface to overuse. The main concern is having a injury that just keeps getting worse. I've seen a number of people run in cheap shoes and ignore pain, which landed them on the sidelines for months or years with PF or IT band issues.

    The important thing is to spend a lot of time trying things on, and to go to a reputable place that has a decent return policy. You shouldn't have to 'break in' the right shoe, but you may find out after a few runs that they rub your toes wrong, or give you blisters or something.
  • Dgydad
    Dgydad Posts: 104 Member
    Improperly fitted and/or excessively worn shoes can cause pain in areas other than the foot. This is because the impact on your mechanics due to the shoe is somewhat unique to the combination of your body and that particular shoe. If you are due for a new pair of kicks, it would be a good idea to have the fit assessed by someone knowledgeable. FWIW, back when I did road work regularly (before my weight and knees made it a no-no), I had sporadic pain in my knees or hips after long runs. Went to a store recommended by some serious runners I knew, and learned that a) I needed support for a pronation issue, and b) shoes are worn out before they really look worn out. After I got better shoes, the joint pain was no longer an issue.....
  • bonkosaurusrex
    bonkosaurusrex Posts: 71
    http://www.roadrunnersports.com/rrs/product/shoe-dog.jsp

    This helped me a lot. I was having IT band issues... I tore my LCL as well... My PT checked out my feet, told me what to put in the shoe dog survey and it showed me the shoes I needed. They're ugly as all get out, but they're great for me. Good luck!
  • mamahannick
    mamahannick Posts: 322 Member
    I recommend getting fitted as well if you run often or are serious about running more often. I wish I had, but I just happened to come across what I feel is the perfect shoe for me. No more twinges in my knee, not even the slightest pain or discomfort while I run. I tried a variety of shoes on in a store then ordered my first choice (Asics GT2000) online to save a little money on them ($20-40 difference than in-store). They have worked very well for me.
  • Eric_DeCastro
    Eric_DeCastro Posts: 767 Member
    they don't mold the shoe to fit your foot. they take data of your foot and running style and recommend the best shoe for it. in my case they molded a custom shoe insole to help with my stance and running style. it's worth it to me because I run about 20-25 miles a week. if you run once a month, then I wouldn't say it's worth it.
  • jbee27
    jbee27 Posts: 356 Member
    I just got fit for some running shoes recently and I'm SO happy I did. I've been running for a few years, not insane mileage, and always had Nikes. Apparently Nikes are the worst if you actually want to run and do it the right way. When I was being fit, I was told I need certain support because I have low arches. I definitely noticed a difference in running with the new shoes and wish I had got fitted when I first started. If you are serious, actually enjoy running and will stick with it, and want to prevent injury, go for it!

    I love my Nikes, and was fit at a running store for them. Different shoes for different feet.
  • rsoice
    rsoice Posts: 212 Member
    Agree that different shoes for different people! Ran two Army ten-milers in Nike Shox and a couple of half marathons in New Balance because as my body changed, so did my need for support. I concur with everyone that said you should go to a reputable store where they do more than "look" at your feet and gait to make a recommendation. Shin splints and a $140 pair of Asics that I now mow the grass in as proof.
    I would also suggest buying two pair. Alternate your shoes every other day so that just as your body recovers, so do your shoes. They need to dry and you'll wear out the inserts a lot quicker than you think you will.
  • Pungatree
    Pungatree Posts: 1 Member
    If you go to a specialist store they will fit you correctly and if they are a decent store they will give you a money back guarantee. I've use the same store to buy from for a while and once shoes they sold me gave me blisters, they took them back, no questions asked and replaced with a different brand/style

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