Best Running Shoes For Flat Feet??

Flat Footer wrote:

Being born with flat feet has put me at a disadvantage for years. I absolutely have no arch in either foot and it's make me incapable of midfoot striking and forefoot striking without trying to force it. And when I do force it, it just doesn't feel promising because it doesn't fit my personal natural running mechanics. What kinda shoe would be best for me? A 0mm heel to toe drop or 6mm, or 12?

Also i'm a long distance runner looking for shoes to train in, I usually run road races and train on concrete, dirt trails, and sometimes a track if i'm doing speed work

Hmmm, I've got flat feet and have no problem with midfoot striking. Asics Kayano for easy days and Mizuno Wave Hitogamis for workouts.

Racing flats

Why do you think being flat footed is preventing you from "midfoot striking"? Do you think that flat feet prevent you from loading your leg underneath your body? They do not.

I saw someone say once that they'd heard someone say that many of the Kenyans had the flattest feet ever.

Altra Provision

Asics 2000 series

I am flat footed and I trained in the Adidas Sequence Boost, which has been replaced by the ST (which I don't like as much because of the soft heel counter, but the shoe otherwise feels pretty similar to the Sequence).

I am a heavy heel striker (because I have a long stride, not because of my feet), but do not try to change it.

I have diabetes, wide feet, and flat arches. This dilemma has put me on a lifelong quest for a truly comfortable shoe. My quest has ended at last ! Orthofeet shoes are remarkable! After a full day on my feet, it's like I haven't even had shoes on! My feet have never been happier!

that's like asking what's the best car for a driver who likes to stay the speed limit. Bulk of all shoe sales in running specialty store is for over pronators and of those most have very flexible arches. These are just a few examples: are you a big runner go with a Beast, normal size try the Adrenaline, Guide, GT2000, on the petite size try a Ravenna

Smoove wrote:

I am flat footed and I trained in the Adidas Sequence Boost, which has been replaced by the ST (which I don't like as much because of the soft heel counter, but the shoe otherwise feels pretty similar to the Sequence).

I am a heavy heel striker (because I have a long stride, not because of my feet), but do not try to change it.

Do you wear orthotics? Do you think they're beneficial for flat fleet?

LikeKlokovButSmall wrote:

I saw someone say once that they'd heard someone say that many of the Kenyans had the flattest feet ever.

I never trust a lip reader passing a story through the grapevine.

In my opinion there are two categories of flat feet:

1) the weakened arches that can be propped and guided

2) the actual flat foot with realignment needs

I think for the first category you can put them in a shoe like the Asics 2100 moderate stability shoes which will prop the weak arch up to its potential. When used properly it will guide their gait cycle to an improved efficiency. The second category meets a different set of constraints as it is the deficient shape and orientation of the foot. For this type of person you have not only a flat foot but bunions, fractures, hip problems, etc. They need things to accomodate their deficiencies within a range of shoe types that get more rigid as you increase: 1) Asics Gel Foundation (entry) 2) Brooks Addiction (intermediate) 3) Brooks Beast (advanced). Wheras the Foundation user is still within the realm of normalcy the Addiction and, later, Beast (a brick) type shoe users are either going through or have gone through podiatrists, orthopedic surgeons, doctors and performance staff before. So the fact they have to buy two heavy clunkers is of no surprise.

If the shoe fits wrote:

Racing flats

That's what I've found too and if I want to see an arch I have to go to McDonald's. But they need to be really flat flats, e.g., cross country flats, Asics Sortie Magic, Mizuno Eikenden, etc.

I needed new travel Orthotic sneakers and a pair of comfortable dress shoes for a trip we are taking this summer. Orthofeet was recommended by my Physio Therapist. The website is easy to navigate and the ordering process was simple. The delivery took a little longer than I expected because I am in Canada. I did have to pay customs fees as well. But the shoes are great! They fit true to size and they are beautiful and VERY comfortable. Very happy with my purchase.

Have spent the majority of this year and last in the Adidas Tempo. Just enough extra foam under the arch to feel stable, but still very light and responsive. Thinking I may need to transition into the Supernova ST next cycle for some higher mileage, but can't say enough good things about the tempo.

I have very flat, wide feet. I have found that the answer is flat-insoles, flexible shoes with no medial posting or dense foam in the middle, and a low heel-toe drop. I've been training in Go Meb Speeds for the last couple iterations. I need to get some of the new ones. They're surprisingly durable, more durable than most bulky trainers that I've run in.

I have a lot less pain when walking, I have a Pronation, and these sneakers have made a significant difference in reducing that pain. and orthofeet shoes are comfortable! My feet may need a specialist, but I am happy with this purchase. I wear these to walk the dogs, exercise, or anytime nights and weekends. They look great and feel even better.

I have flat-feet that they said the only way that I would get relief is surgery until I found these shoes. I am not kidding. Have no more problems with my flat-feet. My wife seen what relief I was having and she got her a pair we both work on concrete for 8 hours a day. We love them. I wish you would put more styles in wide. Thank you keeps up the great work orthofeet. I have 3 pair of the men's shoes and love them.

I have the same problem, my trainning shoes is nike air series and sneakers from another comfort brand called dream pairs ,it's good now ,but i cannot stand or walk for a long time ,it's really bothered me for years.

Hoyd it through the grapevine wrote:

LikeKlokovButSmall wrote:

I saw someone say once that they'd heard someone say that many of the Kenyans had the flattest feet ever.

I never trust a lip reader passing a story through the grapevine.

I heard something similar except that it was elite sprinters that had flat feet and gave them an advantage.

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