What shoes do you wear for running training? Which one's are your favourite and why? Which ones did you own but dislike? Share your running shoe experiences, both good and bad, with the tribe.
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Keith F I'm told by a popular running shop that asics are the only decent shoes I can wear as I over pronate, so went out and bought a shiny new pair of GT-3000's to train for a marathon in, they were very expensive which is ok as I really wanted to invest in a good pair, but they're actually giving me blisters!! Can anyone recommend any other decent shoes for those who over pronate? I wear brooks when running cross country so maybe they do some good road running shoes for over pronaters....
Jane H answered the question Bigger size of running shoe?
Apparently Asics are notorious for wearing through the mesh at the top!
Erica S encouraged this.
That is good to hear, sound like they might be just right for you, so stick with them :) I read a lot of good things about Saucony, I might have to give them a try :)
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I have had no trouble with the longer run either, apart from a tender big toe, which I put down to lacing them up too tightly, and readjusted. I checked my Kayanos, your were right, they are 18s so the 19s are improved - lighter?
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The 19s are lighter, I have only worn them once and I wasn't that impressed, for my long run last Sunday and this morning I went back to some 18s that were my first 18s so 2 pair ago and they were so comfortable! Now I am not sure what to wear in the marathon, so I will try the 19s on a couple of shorter runs and see how I go :)
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Ron W answered the question Cause of bruised toenail
When I first started running I bruised and lost a nail on my right foot, then a few days later the same for my left foot. I was so releived to find out this was normal for runners!
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Gemma A answered the question Cause of bruised toenail
interesting discussion....my feet are a mess and now i dont feel as ashamed or alone in the world...lol....thanx guys xxxx
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Jane H answered the question Cause of bruised toenail
Not the best look for Summer, not a great accessory either with thongs or a sandal. But then as Nocturnal points out it is a badge of honour, demonstrates that you have put the miles in!
Michael M answered the question Cause of bruised toenail
I have two at the moment as well! I saw two T-shirts online recently. One said "Real Runners Don't Need Toenails" and the other said "You're not a real runner until you have lost toenails!" lol
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Nocturnal R answered the question Cause of bruised toenail
The perpetual bruised toe nails. Thanks Jane for spreading the word :-). I find that the shoes play a part as well. Some shoes tend to rub against certain toes more than others. You will only feel it when you do...
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Jane H answered the question Cause of bruised toenail
I have lost my toenail on the second toe on one foot, and the other one is looking like it is dying too. They do grow back, but then seem to suffer the fate again. A never-ending cycle. Nocturnal ...
Carol Ann B answered the question Cause of bruised toenail
I spoke with a sports injury specialist re: this, as I had a few bruised toenails (one now gone!) which I put down to new shoes; however he's done a lot of research into this & believes that most of the time toenail...
Troy A answered the question Cause of bruised toenail
This happened to me this year about two months into my marathon training program. (I ran the marathon this last Sunday and still have not lost the nail. No pain or troubles with my toe.) I thought it was fungus at...
Francesca E replied to the topic New to the Favourite running shoes Tribe? Start here!
I wear double-layer running socks, which help enormously. And can you believe that I've only just learned how to correctly tie the laces on my running shoes?? (I always wondered why there were two little holes at the end. Doh!) I was havin...
Nocturnal R replied to the topic New to the Favourite running shoes Tribe? Start here!
I've no experience with Saucony. But if you are trying Brooks, check out PureFlow. Flexible at the arch. It's very important for long distance running to minimize the risk of Plantar Faciiitis.
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Craig H replied to the topic New to the Favourite running shoes Tribe? Start here!
Yeah, i tie my laces quite tight as that was first part of advice from gym instructor. Strange how its an infrequent problem but planning a trip to local specialist running shop for new shoes. Saucony are a good bet i hear along with Brooks!!!
Nocturnal R replied to the topic New to the Favourite running shoes Tribe? Start here!
Standard practice for long distance running (half marathon and longer) is to get a pair that is 1/2 size bigger. Our feet gets heated up and expand after prolonged running. This is a given.
2nd is to make sure you tie your laces such that y...
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Jonathan L replied to the topic New to the Favourite running shoes Tribe? Start here!
^ It sounds like you need a larger and/or wider shoe. The blister is most likely from your foot rubbing against the medial side of the toe area. Your foot extends AND expands substantially inside your shoe during a run.
I got my first pair of run...
Craig H replied to the topic New to the Favourite running shoes Tribe? Start here!
HELP!!!! I bought a pair of NB565's back in May when i started running for London 2013.
A couple of times now i have come back to find blood blisters on my right big toe. Apparently running shoes should be half a size too big?????? Anyone got any...
Jennifer P answered the question Bigger size of running shoe?
I have just been to see a podiatrist (who stole both big toenails :-( ) and he suggested that I go up a half size in my trainers. In my case I have high arches so my feet are more likely to elongate during long runs...
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Becky E answered the question Bigger size of running shoe?
I completely agree with not feeling my sock seams! I'll try that brand next. My last socks were Drymax and they were a bit thick for me. I keep my toenails short because if I don't one of my smaller toes cut into...
Johnathan O answered the question Bigger size of running shoe?
I am a nine in normal shoes and the running shoes I got are 9.5 (velcro not laced... I dislike laces) I have never had a problem with holes in socks but not been running for long, and I like using my Sealskin socks t...
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Jane H answered the question Bigger size of running shoe?
I wear Asics, and always buy 1/2 size bigger. I did lose a toe nail on my second toe, but it has since grown back. I am careful to keep my toenails cut short, and wear wick type socks that keep the moisture away from...
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Maria G answered the question Bigger size of running shoe?
I wear a size 6 in regular shoes, and my Nike running shoes. That works for me, because I'm really between a 5 1/2 & a 6. I have not had a problem with making holes in my socks, but I don't like feeling them while I...
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David B responded to the guide Tying Laces the Right Way
I was told by a podiatrist that I was sitting next on a plane one day MANY years ago about this. He worked for the Australian Institute of Sport. I had forgotten about it until now, cheers.
Becky E answered the question Bigger size of running shoe?
Thanks everyone! Surprisingly that is how I tie my shoes. The guy at the running store taught me when I bought my very 1st pair of shoes. Maybe my issue is my socks and not my shoes. Or maybe it's my toenails. I...
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