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Question : What pair of running shoes do you recommend?
I am an avid runner. I try to run 3 - 5 miles every day. I usually run on pavement but sometimes I enjoy a jog on trails and through grass. Let me know what kind of shoes you recommend and let me know if you have a favorite type of shoe. Leave a link if possible.
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The fit is important, but so is the quality of the shoe. You don't want to have to replace them too often, since great quality shoes cost you more than say, something at Wal Mart.
I recommend Spira shoes. They have titanium springs in the sole (so they will set off metal detectors), and they give you great return when your feet hit the ground.
The Spira Volare has three springs - one at the heel and two at the ball of the foot, so the shoe should respond well to cross country as well as pavement running. (There are other models as well. The Volare just happens to be on sale where I purchase my Spira shoes. Link below.)
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Question : i think i bought the wrong running shoes..please help, all you experienced runners!?
I am so disappointed in myself. I was hasty, and i bought new running shoes, and they SUCK! I got Asics Gel 2130 (women's) and my feet HURT!!!! I thought they were comfortable at first, but the padding is in all the wrong places. I first ran in them on the road, which i normally don't do, so that's what i thought was causing the foot pain, but then i ran on the treadmill today and they hurt within 10 minutes of running! I am not a very experience runner, but i've been hearing from people that running shoes should not need any breaking in.
I did the "footprint" test and i have normal arches. Is there any other way i can tell what shoes are good for me? I am going to stick to my New Balance 474 Trail shoes that don't cause me any pain at all.
Did I buy the wrong shoes or what? I'm so pissed that i wasted 80 dollars! ahh!
Thanks
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The breaking in of shoes is a combination of your feet getting used to the shoes and the shoes conforming to your feet. 2130's have a medial support in them and if you're not used to them, it can hurt at first. A normal arched person can go with maybe a more cushioned shoe (2130 is a support shoe) but the medial arch should not hurt that much after a few runs.
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Question : running shoe advice?
I want a new pair of running shoes but I am very particular about syles. I like really unique and cool looking shoes. My question is: ARE TRAIL RUNNER SHOES ABOUT THE SAME AS REGULAR RUNNING SHOES? They are both for running so would it be a bad idea to get trail running shoes for regular running? And I'm buying them online so I can't try them on and test them out.
snvffy: I buy shoes shoes online and don't have any problems.... style is important to me because I'm a designer.... so I'm sorry if you have no eye for style and asthetics.... and I don't appreciate your rudeness.... *prick*
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Trail running shoes can be used both for street running and trail running. They have basically the same make up as a normal running shoe, they just have a little more tread on the bottom. Sorry that that previous guy was rude...good luck with your search.
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Question : Tips for flat-footed runner.?
My feet are as flat as...heck, I don't know...something really really flat.
Anyway, I'm also a runner and after a mile or so my feet start hurting which causes me to stop and rest my feet. It hurts my "arch" or lack thereof...the area along the inside of my foot between my forefoot (big toe side/sesamoid bone) and just before my heel.
Is there an insole for my shoe that I can buy to prevent this? Any other suggestions?
At the moment I'm running with Asics GT2120 and also some old pair of Asics I have a sentimental bond with, lol. I stopped running on hard concrete and now I stick to treadmills and trails.
I'm 23 and I love running. I have done it constantly as a healthy release. If I wasn't able to run I'd be doomed to couch-potatodom. I'll never be able to reach the level I'm seeking with this problem...and I'd rather not have to resort to visiting a sports-health clinic.
Any help you can provide is welcomed!
- I already run on my toes. :)
Answer:
The problem is that there can be a lot more to it than how flat (or not flat) your foot is. The first thing to do is to get properly fitted for a running shoe. Any good running store will video tape you running on a treadmill and put you in a shoe with good mechanics for your body. It's important to have good motion control if you are over or under-pronating (see link below). Try this and see if they can film you running in your shoes. If your gait is nice and neutral, then you can try an over the counter insole or arch support.
Just be careful not to over do it while you're trying something new. If you're not addressing the right problem you can seriously injure yourself.
I tend to under pronate, and when I run in shoes without motion control my arches start to kill me after a quarter-mile. At first I thought it was my arches and tried a Dr. Scholl's arch support insole and only made things worse.
Good luck!
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Question : Question about track shoes and spikes?
I ordered Puma Complete Tomline track shoes and they came with spikes... I was wondering is there a difference with the spikes on and off? I run on a track 4-5miles.... so would these spikes benefit me any or are they more for trail runners or something?
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spikes help alot on the track even though there is plenty of grip, the spikes are really efficient, and make you go alot faster than you think. I always wear spikes on the track and I use them only in races or really speedy workouts. I run distance too and the spikes are really good for you on the track.
Id be mad if i didnt have spikes
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Question : running spikes?
hey im a new high school track and field runner. i wanted to know if spikes really help run better/faster. i currently have nike "running" shoes, but they i believe they are for trail running because they only have bulit in rigids/spikes on the bottom.
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I run hurdles and sprints and i could not believe the difference between how fast i could run with run with spikes and running without spikes. you can get a pair of spikes for any type of event 100m-400m i recommend sprint spikes they do not have a heel 400m runners may want to use mid distance spikes if that is their shortest race. 400m-800m and possibly 1500m (if it is your longest) i recommend mid distance spikes these have a visible but not large heel on them to keep from bruising of the heel. Maybe 800, 1500m and up definitely long distance these have a a supportive heel on them because you are not generally up on your toes sprinting with the exception of the finish and starts, they may look more like running shoe than a stereotypical spike Cross Country spikes are also distance spikes. If you are a jumper (IE long triple or high) sprinting or mid distance spikes would be the best choice. No matter what event you are doing always have a good pair of running shoes for training. i think yours are fine if they are not protruding out too much to affect your running i think that they are just the tred that Nike uses. if they are hard plastic i would get new ones but or if they are rubber but really long, if not do not worry about them they will do just fine
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Question : Can you play tennis in trail runner shoes?
I have Receptor from Ecco. Seems like there's enough ankle support. Does it matter what type of outsole they have? I'm not an expert in choosing the right shoes for tennis so it would be nice if you guys could help me out.
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I would not recommend running or trail running shoes for tennis. Running shoes are designed for heel to toe motion and the materials of the sole are softer and so increase risk of injury. Tennis shoes have harder soles and even micro-slid on hard surfaces to keep the shoes from catching and causing an injury. Tennis involves pivots off the balls of the feet with much lateral movement and quick side steps. Running shoes including the Ecco lack both the lateral support and larger toe box needed for the quick stopping.
Don't listen to anyone that says recreational players don't need real tennis shoes because a casual player is actually much more likely to be injured (black toe, ankle, achilles, etc. than an experienced player. If you don't have tennis shoes, use a cross training shoe or a shoe built for basketball. Running shoes and sandels should be your last option...
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Question : what is the best brand of running shoes?
i run cross country and do marathons i''ve had asics and nike shoes before and i wasn't a big fan of either of them. any trail or cross country runners have a suggestion?
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I have run 5 marathons and one Ironman in New Balance.
They were great. I have a wider foot and they fit me the best.
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Question : How to Ultramarathon and trail runners keep feet dry when crossing water. I know I can't run far with wet feet
I am a marathon runner. I use typical high end running shoes to run on hard pack trails, asphalt, concrete in all weather conditions. I know I can't run a marathon distance with wet feet. I see ultramarathon and trail runners crossing streams of knee deep water, etc. How do they keep feet dry so they can continue the run. I assume they use trail running shoes but I can't imagine that they are waterproof.
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I've run several ultra-marathons where stream crossings have been part of the course. Yes, your feet get wet. If you're wearing well fitting running shoes and good, moisture-wicking socks, then the majority of the water is shed from the shoe, and your feet, relatively quickly.
After a few hundred yards of running beyond the stream, your feet are only slightly more wet that they would have been from sweat alone. In addition, you've had the opportunity to cool your feet, which is a real joy after having run for 10 hours.
With some experience you will find that you have one or two areas on your feet which are more likely to blister. These areas can be taped prior to the run, to reduce the abrasion of your shoes and socks. A good blister prevention/treatment kit can be purchased through Zombie Runner -- http://www.zombierunner.com/store/product3.html
Whatever you do, don't wear cotton socks.
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Question : What are the best running sneakers for cushioning and stability? I am 225lbs. I am looking to pay 50$ or so?
I have heard alot about New Balance and Asics Gel. The sporting goods store has New Balance Trail 474 on sale for $40. It seems to me that trail shoes would be more durable. I do live in Buffalo NY and I run on the streets. Any suggestions Good runners of Yahoo.
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First, you need to know what kind of shoe you need? It's based on your foot ... if you have flat or low arches, you may need a "motion control" shoe ... if you have very high arches and narrow feet, a "cushion" shoe may be for you (all shoes are 'cushioning shoes' so don't let the term confuse you, but a shoe called a "cushion" shoe means it offers very little "stability" or "motion control") ... at your size, you may need a beefy shoe like the Brooks Beast or Addiction, if you have low arches ... .talk to a real running store, not some general sports store.
And sorry, $50 is kind of unrealistic ... good running shoes will run you $80-$100 a pair, running injury free is worth it. Trail shoes, btw, are not the way to go, they generally have a very solid footplate and toe box to protect against rocks and roots, but they offer little support, since they are meant for unstable terrain, not pavement. If you run on pavement, steer clear of trail shoes.
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