odd question about shoes/breakdown

Dangerdede22
Dangerdede22 Posts: 33 Member
in Fitness and Exercise
I'm sorry if this is not the board to post this in. I have noticed my shoes breakdown/wear out a lot faster than everyone else. I get a lot of foot pains I'm assuming thats just from being overweight and the pressure from working out. Does anyone else have an issue with their shoes like I do? Its almost like I buy a new pair every month. Any shoes good to prevent it or am I just buying a new pair every month till I get under control?

Thanks for the Help!
~Denise

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  • Dangerdede22
    Dangerdede22 Posts: 33 Member
    Help anyone?
  • MelbourneBelle
    MelbourneBelle Posts: 105 Member
    Hi Denise,

    What do you mean by "wear out"?
    What kind of activity are you doing?
    Do you wear heels or flats when you're not in your runners?

    The only thing I can think of is that you might need/benefit from othrotic inserts. Can you see a podiatrist for a professional opinin? Or go to a shop like Footlocker where they assess your step-type?

    Sorry that's not very helpful.

    Belle
  • mikem45
    mikem45 Posts: 35
    If you are using them for working out including walking/running you should go to a proper running store where basically they map how you run/walk and can advise you on on the correct shoes with the correct support that you need.

    This should get rid of the pain and i believe will make them last longer at least more than a month anyway. Any other questions feel free to ask.
  • jhungate
    jhungate Posts: 95 Member
    Maybe the wrong shoes? I run a bit (45-50 miles a week) and I get 300-325 miles out of a pair, I wear my running shoes for running ONLY as they wear differently for walking, casual wear, etc.

    Would help to know a little more about your workout before offering more of an opinion though.
  • whitneyjadebanker
    whitneyjadebanker Posts: 8 Member
    I would say to head to a local store that's knowledgable (like a sporting/running type store) and see what recommendations they have for you. What kind or where do you usually get your shoes? If you're getting them cheaper that may be the cause too - they might not be made for the activities you're doing or just are poor quality. Checking out some running/walking specific shoes and getting some advice from a specialty store would definitely be my first step!
  • whitneyjadebanker
    whitneyjadebanker Posts: 8 Member
    If you are using them for working out including walking/running you should go to a proper running store where basically they map how you run/walk and can advise you on on the correct shoes with the correct support that you need.

    This should get rid of the pain and i believe will make them last longer at least more than a month anyway. Any other questions feel free to ask.

    ^yes! Definitely this!
  • DeeDeeLHF
    DeeDeeLHF Posts: 2,301 Member
    I agree with everything here.... Don't buy cheap sneakers. If you are having pain, go to a podiatrist or professional shoe store or even many chiropractors and be fitted for an orthotic. Best of luck!
  • meshashesha2012
    meshashesha2012 Posts: 8,329 Member
    dont buy cheaply made shoes. you get what you pay for in footwear

    also wear the proper shoes for the proper activity
  • gone54321
    gone54321 Posts: 19
    If you are just going to a sporting goods store and picking cute sneakers this could be the start.... Anytime someone I know asks about getting started in running the first thing I tell them is to go to a Running Store that focuses on Running only..... they will be able to fit you in the right sneaker for your stride and weight... Good luck!
  • Dangerdede22
    Dangerdede22 Posts: 33 Member
    ok maybe thats my issue I always buy them at like payless or shoe show. Thanks for the help guys!! I will let ya'll know how it works!
  • SPNLuver83
    SPNLuver83 Posts: 2,050 Member
    You may be buying the wrong type of shoe for your feet. A good shoe should last about 6 months. I would go to a athletic shoe only store and get fitted, or mizuno.com has a pretty detailed test you can do at home that will tell you what type of shoe you need.
  • chefgirl866
    chefgirl866 Posts: 34
    You may be buying the wrong type of shoe for your feet. A good shoe should last about 6 months. I would go to a athletic shoe only store and get fitted, or mizuno.com has a pretty detailed test you can do at home that will tell you what type of shoe you need.


    Thanks for posting that website. It was very informative as I want to get into running.

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