Posted: 11/8/2009 4:25:00 AM EDT
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I have extremely flat feet and roll my foot in or walk on the outside of my foot when I walk. I am able to run short distances (300meters) without much pain in my shins but after that it feels like my leg is gonna snap. I have tired taking ibuprofen before running it doesn't help me much.
I currently have Nike running shoes, but they aren't helping everything below the knee hurts BAD during and after the run. There is not a specialty running store anywhere near me and I need some better shoes in a hurry. ( I have a PT test in a week or so) I was recommended Asics, but have not idea where to start. I know it would be best to see a running store, but that is not an option. I just have to bang out a 1.5 mile run without much pain. |
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Man was also designed to die at 30. Just because something is "natural" doesn't mean it's better. |
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I recommend you look into New Balance . Thier website is usually pretty helpful. Once you find that right shoe stick with it. I have been running in Nike Air Pegasus for the past 4 years and wouldn't buy any other shoe, but that shoe fits my foot. Also read some articles from Runnersworld or other running publications find out if you are stride is correct or if you are heal striking/ over pronating . This can cause all sorts of problems.
Good luck |
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Mizuno
I do not run, but I am a nurse and I am on my feet for 12 hours at a time. I am also very flat footed. I have tried New Balance, Saucony, Nike, Adidas, and even Crocs and nothing compares to the Mizuno running shoe. My feet, legs and back don't ache like they used to. It's a really comfortable shoe. |
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Go see a podiatrist. Overpronation is very common and you can find shoes that will help but I would go see a professional. You may need orthotics. If you don't have time for that , which it sounds like you may not......then I would go here:
http://www.roadrunnersports.com/?sc=CX19L288&cm_mmc=psearch-_-google-_-Brand%20Terms-_-rrs101-1000000034 Use the shoe dog feature to the left. It will bring back a decent selection after you answer a few questions. Also, they have a great guarentee. Good luck.. |
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Brand is not what matters. What you need to looks for is the type of support offered by each shoe. The manufacturers design the different models not just to have different colors but for different foot and stride types.
For some great info go here and look through the fit process sections. With that being said look up videos of people who overpronate and have a buddy watch you run and compare the two. If you do in fact over pronate, you need what is called a motion control or stability shoe. Poke around on various running shoe websites and learn which models provide those characteristics and then make your purchase. In all honesty though, getting your gait analyzed by some people at a quality running store will give you the best outcome. I know you said you don't have time, but in the future it will save you tons of pain. It did for me (I have motion control shoes and i dont pronate at all, thought my ankles were about to snap every step). |
| I started running again about a month ago. I immediately got shin splints really bad. I went to Dicks, told the guys my problem, and had a couple guys from the shoe department helping me pick out shoes. They said Asics were the best and named off the model of shoes that would help the most. Whenever I asked about Nike they immediately brought me back to the Asics and said they give better support for running. All my other shoes were Nike so I bought the Asics. |
| I like Asics. You need to slow down your amount of running and build up to it and also stretch properly. There are exercises you can do for shin splints as well. Find out whether you need a stability, cushioning, etc. shoe. This depends on your foot type and how much you over/underpronate. |
| I have a friend who has really flat feet and he ran all summer barefoot which did wonders for him. For a more long term solution, I would suggest the Nike Free 5.0s. They are meant to mimic barefoot running, but still provide some support and a little bit of cusion. The whole idea behind it is by removing some of the support from the shoe, it will allow the muscles in the foot to get stronger, and it's more natural as well. You can't run in these every day however, so I'd suggest getting the Asics for a more permanant shoe. If you mainly use the Asics shoe, and rotate the Frees in for 2 or so runs a week, it'll help improve your arches and get rid of the pain. |
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I recommend you look into New Balance . Or Brooks. An appointment with a podiatrist wouldn't be a bad idea; your health insurance should cover part of the cost. Or, if there's a nearby college with a track team, schedule an apppointment with the coach; he may be able to give you some insight. |
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Depends on how much "rolling" is occurring. I used Zappos to help identify which brands would help. Based on what you stated, you need either stability oro motion control shoes.
Zappos link http://running.zappos.com/content/road_guide_roadshoes.zhtml HTH |
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from Mrs. Hobbit-
I love Mizunos- currently on my 4th pair. Mine provide great support for overpronation (rolling ankles in) and don't feel too heavy. For a more long term solution, consider going to a physical therapist or sports med doc for the pain. My physical therapist did a running evaluation to help me with ongoing hamstring issues. |