What's your Shoe???

koylefam
koylefam Posts: 142 Member
edited October 6 in Fitness and Exercise
I love to run .. but have had both ACL's replaced... looking for some good shoes, to workout in... what's your shoe???? and why???

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  • Momma2fourunder5
    Momma2fourunder5 Posts: 98 Member
    I love anything Nike...Shox are by far my fav but they are expensive. I have a very high arch and they are the only shoe that I have plenty of support in. I also own a pair of Adidas, but when I wear them for running (only b/c they match what I'm wearing-haha) I always end up with cramps in my feet.
  • lexagon
    lexagon Posts: 495 Member
    I'm loving Asics right now. They are super comfortable and the first shoes I could run in w/out discomfort :)
  • versuga
    versuga Posts: 130 Member
    I have a high arch too and my feet prefer Mizuno or Saucony
  • kristilovescake
    kristilovescake Posts: 669 Member
    Everybody's foot is different, I would definitely go to a running store and get fitted properly. You may end up paying full prize ($100+) for a pair of shoes, but then you know what to buy (online?) next time and you're less likely to end up with impact injuries from improper footwear.
  • BobbyDaniel
    BobbyDaniel Posts: 1,459 Member
    I have the Saucony Grid Cohesion simply because the arch fits me like a glove.
  • Cindy311
    Cindy311 Posts: 780 Member
    My hubby and I both invested in Brooks after we checked them out in a local Running store. They are light weight and very flexible. I hurt my knee while wearing a pair of Nikes and I have stayed away from them since, lol! I would look for them in town that way you can try them on and get a better feel of them on your feet.
  • twilight_princess
    twilight_princess Posts: 270 Member
    I have a trusted pair of Reebok DMX Foam, I got them 2007 but only properly started wearing them this year when I started my regimen. I have size 9 (UK) feet so for me to get a good pair of shoes without costing the Earth is great and they are so comfortable, like they were made for me.

    I have just brought a pair of Asics Gel Trail, they should be good but I need to go for a few walks in them before I run.
  • twilight_princess
    twilight_princess Posts: 270 Member
    Repost, sorry.
  • bcampbell54
    bcampbell54 Posts: 932 Member
    Go to a running store, and pay the money, at least once. It made all the difference in the world to me.
  • DisneyAddictRW
    DisneyAddictRW Posts: 800 Member
    Brooks is what I've worn for the past year, it's the best fit for my foot. I went with this shoe and style after going to a running shoe to get fitted with the right shoe. Looking to get a new pair next month. Usually I get 300 miles apx out of mine but use them for running plus the rest of my workouts.
  • pucenavel
    pucenavel Posts: 972 Member
    Saucony Kinvara 2

    They weigh nothing and have a minimalist heel which keeps me on my toes.
  • susanloveszumba
    susanloveszumba Posts: 182
    i wear Montrails because i have a wide foot and have had several foot surgeries and they are comfortable whatever exercise i am doing. They are awesome from the very first day you put them on!
  • msjamartin
    msjamartin Posts: 148
    Have worn Brooks for years and I've just switched to Ascis (Christmas present!!!) When I was very obese, Brooks were recommended for their support and they have the wide widths in many options. Now I don't need the wide width and Ascis has come highly recommended so I'm giving them a try as I begin to prepare for my first 1/2 marathon in June.
  • jessilyn76
    jessilyn76 Posts: 532 Member
    I suffered with injuries for months running in the wrong shoes. Come to find out I'm an over pronator. Go to a running store and let them analyze your run........it's totally worth it. I now wear a Brooks stabilizing shoe.......
  • RunLiftEat
    RunLiftEat Posts: 213 Member
    New Balance 760's for running, and Vibram Five Fingers Bikila's for working out in and soon to be running in. Will run in the Vibrams only once the New Balance wear out.
  • LesliePierceRN
    LesliePierceRN Posts: 860 Member
    I tested my foot and found my running shoe based on that.. I loooove my Saucony Progrid Triumph 7's! I've never had an injury, and mainly run with a neutral stride, mid-foot strike on pavement.
  • adrianneboyd
    adrianneboyd Posts: 88 Member
    I agree with versuga....Mizunos are my shoe! They're a little pricier but when you run in them, you'll know why!
  • Ripped365
    Ripped365 Posts: 3
    LaSportiva's Raptors...provides the comfort I need.
  • kmbrooks15
    kmbrooks15 Posts: 941 Member
    Definitely heed the advice to go to a running store for a proper fitting. Everyone's foot and gait are different. I ended up with Brooks Glycerin, while my daughter needed an entirely different brand. I'm a supinator and have big toes that curve up on the ends (tendon on top of the toe is too short) so I need a wide base of support and lots of toe room. My daughter pronates slightly, so we have vastly different shoe needs. It's worth the expense to get a proper fit.

    Good luck!
  • tonid76
    tonid76 Posts: 51
    I wear my five finger vibrams for weight training...and New Balance 749 for cardio/ waking & trying to run LOL
  • tonid76
    tonid76 Posts: 51
    New Balance 760's for running, and Vibram Five Fingers Bikila's for working out in and soon to be running in. Will run in the Vibrams only once the New Balance wear out.

    I do the same thing...I LOVE my new balance but I have 749's for stability. and My five fingers I use for the weight training. I tried running in them once...I was NOT ready for the fire I felt in my calf muscles. trying not to heel strike is a task in itself LOL
    I have tried a lot of different shoes for running cardio...and NOTHING beats NB!! NOTHING!
  • Bunnzye
    Bunnzye Posts: 39
    THOSE AWFULLY UGLY MBT SHOES. THEY SAVED MY FEET AND KNEES, WHICH WERE ALMOST DESTROYED BY YEARS OF RUNNING IN REGULAR SNEAKERS.
  • RenCara
    RenCara Posts: 300 Member
    I have started running/working out in Vibram Five Fingers. I LOVE them!!!!!!
  • koylefam
    koylefam Posts: 142 Member
    my only problem with a running store is... I live in a rural are with the closest one I would guess about 2 1/2 to 3 hours drive away... UGH>>>
  • PixelTreason
    PixelTreason Posts: 226 Member
    Vibram Five Fingers! So comfortable and really fun to run in.

    My favourite style right now: http://www.vibramfivefingers.com/products/Five-Fingers-BikilaLS-Womens.htm
  • sidhe31
    sidhe31 Posts: 96
    I've run in New Balance for years, they fit well and have room for my orthotics. Having said that, I'm currently alternating between vibram 5 finger (KSOs) and a pair of pearl Izumi Float 3s. The main point is wear what fits your foot the best and helps keep your feet in alignment, either with motion control shoes or neutral/cushion shoes (with orthotics if needed).
  • CharityEaton
    CharityEaton Posts: 499 Member
    I'm not a very experienced runner but I LOVE my Kswiss tubes...yes, Kswiss makes a running shoe now. They are the first pair of Kswiss shoes I have ever owned. I usually buy Nike for all my cardio stuff and wear reeboks for my every day shoe but the K-swiss shoes make me want to run as soon as I put them on...I have a high arch so have to use an insert for that but they are my favorite shoes!
  • iplayoutside19
    iplayoutside19 Posts: 2,304 Member
    I wear a size 16. I wear what's availible. I started running in Asics. Good shoes. The switched to Mizuno Wave Rider's. Also good shoes. Might buy another pair of those closer to spring. However, I just ordered a pair of Asics Kahana 4 for trail running....because that's what was avalible.

    Would love to try the Vibrams, but they don't make them in my size. However, I've ran barefoot a few times. It's pretty fun.
  • bshedwick
    bshedwick Posts: 659 Member
    Saucony Pro Grid Guide 5

    I went to a Specialty Running store and got custom fitted for them
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