Running Shoes

Saksgirl1
Saksgirl1 Posts: 248
edited October 4 in Fitness and Exercise
I bought my Asics (Kayano's) in March of last year and let me just say they are no where near as comfy as they once were! I don't mind wearing them when I'm strength training or on the elliptical, but when I'm trying to run... they almost hurt? Is this normal? Do I need to replace them already?

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  • DisneyMommy
    DisneyMommy Posts: 281 Member
    Yes. They have broken down. I replace mine every 4 - 6 months depending on how many miles I'm running.
  • cschu544
    cschu544 Posts: 320 Member
    This thread has actually helped me as well. I've had my Puma's for a few years now, and my feet kill me at the end of my work-out... didn't realize they broke down so easily!
  • tiptoeketo
    tiptoeketo Posts: 271 Member
    They could be worn out. You could also be wearing the wrong shoe for your foot type. Lots of great running info at runnersworld.com
  • AZTrailRunner
    AZTrailRunner Posts: 1,199 Member
    Running shoes are only good for about 300-500 miles before they should be replaced (for running). The internal cushioning breaks down, leaving your feet unsupported where they initially were.
  • jacksonpt
    jacksonpt Posts: 10,413 Member
    They could be worn out. You could also be wearing the wrong shoe for your foot type. Lots of great running info at runnersworld.com
    +1
  • KimertRuns13_1
    KimertRuns13_1 Posts: 702 Member
    Last year? As in 2010?
    Yes, they're worn down.

    I replace my running shoes every 3-4 months or every 400 miles.
  • Saksgirl1
    Saksgirl1 Posts: 248
    Last year? As in 2010?
    Yes, they're worn down.

    I replace my running shoes every 3-4 months or every 400 miles.

    haha, sorry, I'm in teacher mode - last school year :)
    March 2011
  • sharonus
    sharonus Posts: 102
    I've always heard what other people are saying -- after 300-500 miles or 3-6 months your running shoes should be replaced. The last time I bought shoes (at a quality quality running store) I asked the guy who was helping me about that. He gave me that standard line and then said "I can't afford to replace my running shoes that often. I buy new shoes every 8 months."
  • midwifekelley2350
    midwifekelley2350 Posts: 337 Member
    yep...replace. i love saucony
  • Michaela722
    Michaela722 Posts: 68
    I replace every 4-5 months, depending on my mileage.
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