Having been training for my first marathon in just over 2 weeks now, I have started to get bruised toes. The bruising occurs either right at the end of the toe or under the toe-nail. I have managed to combat all my other niggling injuries that I picked up:shin splints, etc. But I haven't a clue why this is occuring now!
Can anybody help? My trainers are plenty big enough and not that old!
Cheers for any advice given.
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If you'e sure they're big enough (up to two sizes bigger than your normal streetwear?), perhaps the toebox is actually *too* big and your feet are shunting around too much.
Much appreciated for the advice.
Regards
You could try lacing your shoes a different way, I think there's something on this website on that - lock lacing is what you need.
I solved the problem by switching to New Balance shoes and was able to get the perfect fit as different widths available. I can now run down the steepest hill and my feet stay in place.
I have also heard of runners putting sheeps wool in the toe box to cushion their toes!!
Might try the sheeps wool thing! I am sure it can't do any harm. Until I buy my next pair of trainers anyhow, although I'll be doing that at the end of Feb when I am back in the UK - I work in Spain!!!
I cannot say I am an expert in the shoe department but having been to a running shop whilst I was back last October, they recommended me a pair of Adidas just for cushioning - they said my feet seemed alright!
Might also try the switch to New Balance if they do different widths!
Thanks again, Gareth
I've recently bought a pair of NB shoes which have a very square, wide toebox which seems to suit the shape of my feet alot better - though can't remember which ones they are offhand.