Running Shoes

[jrunner]

I bought my first running shoes 10 days after started my running, without thinking or doing any research, I just went to shop and bought whichever I liked and a known brand (Reebok). Within couple of months Sole was wear off badly (see top picture), still somehow I kept it using, but started to have problem in my run and lower leg, recently one of my friend saw and throw away those shoes saying you are harming yourself. He suggested me good quality road running shoes (Ascis Cumulus 20) which I bought last month, but exactly in a month I can see sole is wearing of from same place as my older one. Seeing this again my friend told me that I have pronation lending (first time I heard this word).

I am not sure if it's good or bad but I am worried if it can cause injury. Can this be corrected to have natural lending or what kind of shoe I should buy to avoid injury due to pronation.

Any suggestions, thoughts?

[K8nno Half Marathon 10 Miles]

I think you should visit an independent running shop, one that provides gait analysis. Yes you may end up paying more for your shoes, but they are THE most important part of your kit.

[jrunner Marathon in reply to K8nno]

Right. I found out Run4IT next to our office which provides gait analysis. I'll try there.

[misswobble Marathon in reply to jrunner]

Don’t be afraid to ask about last year’s models as they'll be every bit as good but cheaper

The process takes over an hour so allow plenty of time. When you choose a proper running shop they will exchange your shoes should you not get on with them

Happy shopping 👍

[jrunner Marathon in reply to misswobble]

Thanks for sharing info. 😃

[cheekychipmunks Half Marathon]

Yes I think you need to get a gait analysis. That way you’ll know the shoes you end up with will be suitable for your running style and will reduce your chance of injury. It’s the one item of gear you shouldn’t skimp on. Our feet carry us miles and miles and need looking after. Good luck! 👍

[jrunner Marathon in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Yeah, I will try to get it done this weekend.

[cheekychipmunks Half Marathon in reply to jrunner]

Great! 👍

[Whatsapp Half Marathon]

I have mixed opinions about gait analysis, but clearly you have an issue that needs solving.

Brooks do quite a good test for free on their website. brooksrunning.com/en_us/Sho...

[jrunner Marathon in reply to Whatsapp]

Thanks for sharing link 😃

[Hidden in reply to Whatsapp]

I think the thing is that a good gait analysis will provide advice on any quirks and foibles you have that might cause injury down the line. Mine picked up that I throw my right foot - this is because my left leg is weaker and shorter. He was able to give me useful exercises to strengthen it so that it doesn’t give me hip problems. And it’s good to have someone experienced to check the fit, even if you don’t go with gait analysis being a thing.

[jrunner Marathon in reply to Hidden]

Yeah.. at least I want to avoid any injury or lower back issues. I am already having issues with my lower back due to long hours sitting in office, don't want to multiply the problem.

[Whatsapp Half Marathon in reply to jrunner]

The problem is determining 'good gait analysis'. Gait analysis has not formal standards or training for this. Any shoptwith a treadmill in store can offer you their un-regulated advice in order to sell their shoes.

Problems in the foot/ lower, leg can often be corrected by dealing with issues in the back/ hips or neck. Gait analysis does not look at these areas nor does it largely focus on correcting the issues - Flicks experience to the contrary.

A qualified physio, however, can advise you on you all over form and advise on resolving issues.

As I said I have mixed opinions. Gait analysis is loved by some (and defended to the hilt), don't get me wrong, I'm not anti gait analysis, but, it isn't always necessarily the answer or long term soloution to the problem.

[Pip2002 in reply to Whatsapp]

I had a rubbish experience with gait analysis and ended up with completely the wrong shoes, unwearable, so I wouldn't buy on someone's advice again. BUT it was useful to see a video of how I run to help me do some research and buy more suitable shoes online. Sportsshoes.com list which of their shoes are for overpronators or underpronators etc so I just bought through them and found it much more successful than taking advice in a running shop.

[jrunner Marathon in reply to Pip2002]

I never had any gait analysis so bit excited to have one. I understand some shops may not suggest correctly in order to sell their products, still I want to see how my landing is, which will help me doing more research and going into right direction to find solution of my problem.

[jrunner Marathon in reply to Whatsapp]

Yes, I agree (as I am reading more about gait analysis on Google), they focus more on lower leg/foot,so probably do not offer best solution, but I think it's worth taking a look at my running/landing which will help me doing more research and come to conclusions.