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Does salt water damage running shoes?

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I was looking forward to running on the sand at low tide - it is a pebble beach so the sand is only exposed at low tide. However my other half thinks the salt water would damage my posh new running shoes - is there any truth in this? Do other peeps run on wet sand? I wouldn't want to risk damaging them as they cost a small fortune!!

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Maybe not the shoes..but running on wet sand can cause real problems for your calf muscles!

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MutleyShuffleGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Ooh 😮 maybe not such a good idea then!!

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OldflossAdministratorGraduate in reply to MutleyShuffle

Well after my calf tear I was forbidden by my Physio from running on even dry sand also...suction is the issue...😉

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MutleyShuffleGraduate in reply to Oldfloss

Ah...I think I will leave it a while until I have built up more strength then. I've already had shin splints, a sore ankle and sore knees - and I'm only on week 6! They are all better now but I don't want to risk adding sore calfs to the list! Thank you

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WildflowerJo

You lucky thing having such a wonderful running venue! Sweat is salty so I would imagine that shoes are able to handle a bit of saltiness! Why not message customer service of the shoe manufacturer for a definitive answer. Happy running 🏃‍♀️😊

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MutleyShuffleGraduate in reply to WildflowerJo

That's a good idea, thanks 😊

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Not routinely as I live miles from the sea I have run on the beach in my best Mizuno's just once. Second run on the beach I wore my oldest shoes.

You could get some cheapo job’s just for the beach. For example, Karrimor tempo from sportsdirect. I suppose it depends on how often you intend beach running The KT’s are pukka and come in road or trail versions Another cheapo but goodo is the More Mile brand. Lots of trail runners seem to like them. Wide toe box too!

I think I’d save my best Altras for the road. Not that I have any. Too dear for me 😁

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MutleyShuffleGraduate in reply to misswobble

Yes you're right - they are road shoes. Now I think about it I have an old pair of off-road running shoes that still have plenty of wear left in them, according to the guy who did my recent gait analysis (very honest of him I thought!). I will give it a go in them. Thanks for your advice! 😊

You could buy a pair of water shoes (Sugaro on Amazon). I use these and they are good shoes for running on the beach and also for swimming. Hope this helps😊

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MutleyShuffleGraduate in reply to

I've decided to put it off until my legs are stronger - thanks for advice tho 😊

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Bazza1234Graduate

Aqua shoes - ideal for running on sand - sportsdirect.com/hot-tuna-s...

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Rignold

Shouldn't damage your shoes at all. I wouldn't keep them in a bucket of brine but a bit f beach running will not harm them.

Beach running is excellent training, and if you are wanting to strengthen your legs, it is a greta way of doing it, rather like hill trails. The unpredictability of the surface makes you use all the little stabilising muscles that don't get utilised in flat road running, so it is a great way of bulding resilience against injury too.

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MutleyShuffleGraduate in reply to Rignold

Thanks for this Rignold. Sounds good! 😊

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