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- sofakingbanned0
That article is really interesting. Ive been running for years and to be honest I have always had cheap to mid level shoes and Ive never really had injury problems from running. couple weeks ago when the new nike Lunarglides came out (pictured above) came out I had to get them. after about 2-3days of use I was injured. They're nice and they feel good... but for some reason they just make my knee hurt like crazy. My knee got better and I'm still using them with caution, if I have problems again I'm just gonna sell them and get something else.
Beautiful freaking shoes though hahaha
- delmar0
I don't know what all the hype about Nike is. I've run 5 marathons, and 50+ other races ranging from 5k to 30k in distance and I rarely see any runners wearing Nike shoes. Its always Asics, Brooks, Mizuno, Saucony and the occasional New Balance. Nike seems to make shoes that look good but aren't for the serious runner, in my opinion. I guess if you really want a NIke+ they are good for that too.
Go get fitted at your local running store and be open to many brands, as they all serve different strides well.
- linearch0
i have these and am a toe striker and slightly over pronate. they are pretty wicked.
http://www.asicsamerica.com/prod…
- ADRENONLINE0
I run quite a bit and have been pleased with the Nike Vomero series for the road. I use Soloman XT Wings for trail running. I wasn't as pleased with the Asics Gel Nimbus, but a lot of people like them.
- burnt0
You must get them fitted properly by a running shop if you are semi serious. Made a world of difference to me. I run in Asics Gel Nimbus 9, but I see the 10s are out now. Recommended.
- I've run in Gel Nimbus and Cumulus...save your money and go for Cumulus unless you are a larger frame persondelmar
- sublocked0
love my nike air 360s
- monoboy0
I was thinking of taking it up. Any ideas for a good multi-purpose training shoe? I've got fields, dirt tracks and pavements near me.
- erikjonsson0
i got fitted with some all round balance brooks in a shop because my previous cheapshit shoes fucked up my right leg. The new ones made other parts hurt however :D
- Jnr_Madison0
I always wanted a pain or Zola Buds, looked so comfy.
- johndiggity0
depends on what type of foot you have really. i have a flatter foot and tend to over pronate so i bought a pair of shoe for motion control. i went with a pair of nike triax 12+ because they are wider and also because i wanted the nike+ thing and did the id custom thing too.
but check out your foot type and look for a shoe to match. i had never taken this into account and immediately notice less fatigue on my feet and ankles after getting the correct shoe.
- mg330
I'm not debating that shoes aren't all they're cracked up to be, but that statistic about more injuries since the 70s has to at least take into account the increased popularity of running since then. More runners = more injuries all around.
- Point50
I much prefer a flat shoe to run in as opposed to some heavily aired trainer that is geared towards heel-to-toe movements. Running on the mid/fore foot has been the best way for me over the last 15 years.
- same with weight training; heavily aired/gel'd heels force too much pressure over the knee caps.Point5
- dash0
Most good running shoe stores will look at your previously used shoes and do a running style assessment. I used the Nike Air Max but the Zoom Vomero's were the next step; it took some time to get used to the weight and different feel. I have had no problems thus far. I also found Amazon interesting as people are honest and share their thoughts of the shoes they have purchased.
- mg330
I just bought new shoes last week. Trying out the Nike Lunarglide. They're really light and don't have an Air sole. They are said to be some of the most advanced running shoes they've ever made. I've done two runs, 10 miles or so in them and they're taking some getting used to. Some people say they kind of propel them forward; my experience so far has been that they are a little stiff, but with the right stride and speed I can definitely get a nice rebound from them.
Been running in Nike Air Max Moto's for the last couple years, switching those over to be strictly gym shoes now.
- Meeklo0
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Recent studies state that this "custom shoes" for running, is nothing more than a marketing gimmick as well, (and not just nike, the entire concept, that may have been invented by nike and is imitated by other brands) The article stated (I cant remember if I saw it on men's health or times) that since the 60s - 70s running injuries have nearly tripled, from back every one was wearing basic shoes, no air, no gels, no thick cushioning zones on the heels, etcPlain, simple and thin soles or as close to barefoot running as possible (and this does not include the Nike Free shoe), is the way to go (says the article).
It was questioning how is it possible that every year new shoes come up (on all brands) stating that there were improved models from previous years, yet the number of injuries on dedicated runners have tripled, how is it possible that on one side we have all this technology telling us, this is better than the shoe we released last year, yet we never see a decrease on running injuries.
I thought it made a great counter point for those stating "don't buy running shoes based on looks", well if they are all bad for you, why not get the ones you think they look better instead?
Another idea could be to just go and get some really basic (vintage styled) shoes, and just run on those, whatever brand they might be, the thinner the sole the better...
Just throwing it out there.. (by the way, I'm still recovering from tendinitis, and while I had fitted shoes, I feel better stating that, I didn't do proper stretching all the time)
- enfocusmedia0
Asics Kayano