Some shoe advice needed...

Running Shoes/Running Gear Shoes

11 years ago 03/21/2013 3:15pm EDT

The last 2 years I've had a few small injury issues (ITBS, PF, Achilles) and I'm looking at training shoe options. The owner of my local store has got to be on the payroll for Newton because that is all he recommends (He is a less is more kind of guy). I've tried Newtons per his recommendation and they left my Achilles sore after every run. I've also tried the Pure Flow and the Kinvara and haven't had major issues just little niggles (These are my current rotation).

My question is do you guys think a more substantial shoe would help solve some of my problems? More cushioning maybe? I'm open to any input. I just want to run pain free.

I've been running 40-50mpw, 5'10", 140lbs, mid-foot strike, neutral pronation. I'm just about to start base mileage build-up for marathon training as well.

Thanks.

11 years ago 03/21/2013 4:04pm EDT

re: Cautious

I should also add that I'm a 30yo male. Thanks again for the help.

11 years ago 03/21/2013 6:44pm EDT

re: Cautious

The Flow is very well cushioned so if you moved to a different shoe, it would be more for a little more heel elevation. You could try something like a Saucony Ride, which has a little more heel without going too far away from your Flow & Kinvara. I would also add that your combination of small injuries will most likely not be solved by a shoe. The objective is to have a comfortable shoe that does not contribute to any problems (ie sore achilles in Newtons). It sounds like you might benefit from a good pt evaluating your core strength and balance. Good Luck!

11 years ago 03/21/2013 6:54pm EDT

re: Cautious

11 years ago 03/24/2013 12:13pm EDT

re: Cautious

My experience has been to add a shoe. I did want to train exclusively in my kinvaras but my calf and achilles told me otherwise so I followed kind of what the elites do, get a main trainer and then use minimal heel shoes 2-3 times a week so instead of soreness/weakening my calf and achilles the added recovery from a higher heel strenghtens from the part time use of minimal.

My current rotation is Nike Zoom Elite (9mm drop) with Pure Flow and Kinvara although I am looking at skechers go run ride to replace kinvaras.

11 years ago 03/25/2013 7:37am EDT

re: Switches

That is exactly what I was thinking of doing Switches. I was looking at the NB890 or Saucony Triumph or Ride. I have also heard great things about the Go Run Ride. I'd be interested to know how they work out.

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