New running shoes

[Jmcgrath251188]

So I bought some new running shoes (brooks glycerin 16. About 5-10 into using them I’m getting pain on my left foot only on the

Outside for 10-15 mins then it seems to go. Is this just a case of breaking them in or is it

A foot issue? I’ve never had it

Before with other trainers but these are my first actual running shoes. I’m only on week 2 of C25K so they haven’t been used well yet. I just hope this goes eventually otherwise it’s wasted money as I cannot return them now I’ve used them outside 😕

[Jell6 Graduate]

This might help

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Did you get gait analysis ?

Hope it settles😊

[Jmcgrath251188 in reply to Jell6]

Would this apply if I bought them from runners need?

Yes I had a gait analysis when I was there, walked in them and ran. They felt absolutely fine. I went for a walk in them and it started from there. It’s happened every time

I’ve gone out in them but it settles. Maybe my left foot is a bit wider which is why is hurting?

[Jell6 Graduate in reply to Jmcgrath251188]

Yes, and independent running shops want repeat custom!

Go back and have a talk ( sooner rather than later)

I hope you get it sorted 😊

[Jailbird Graduate]

I had exactly the same problem. Had gait analysis and found a pair of Brooks trainers the most comfortable in the shop. However, wore them for wk 2 and have had to stop running this week as can hardly walk. Pain in achilles and heel in both feet. I didn't wear them in first as nobody said I needed to. I'm now anxious about trying to start running again. Still have some pain in right foot. Should I leave it another week, try walking in the new trainers or wear an old pair? Anyone have any advice please?

[Jell6 Graduate in reply to Jailbird]

I would advise that you return the trainers, explain exactly what you have said here. The shop should be understanding.

For week 2 they shouldn't need breaking in.

Wait until the pain settles before you run again. 🤩

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

As you had gait analysis, one assumes that they are the correct shoe for you.

I always rotate shoes, so rarely wear the same pair for consecutive runs. With new shoes this allows feet and shoes to adapt to one another over a period of time, adjusting to different support.

[Richard7 Graduate]

I had similar problem with some New Balance shoes last year. Despite gait analysis and checks in store half way into a 5k run my right foot started hurting. I contacted the store and they told me to persist for a week as my feet could be just getting used to them but if not bring them back in.

As has been said a good running store will want repeat custom.

I am pleased to say that gradually my feet became accustomed to them and the shoes are doing their job. Now almost a year later - the shop is about to get their repeat custom.