I need your help in finding the perfect shoe to end injury frustration. I ended up missing the last 4 weeks training and having to wear orthotic insoles for the first time in the Chicago Marathon, all I can say is OUCH!
It has now been some time since I have managed to wear a pair of running shoes out as they all seem to cause one injury or another.
I am a mild overpronator who requires a wide fit shoe, plenty of heel cushioning and a low heel section.
I have recently tried Asics 2070 - too high at the back (Achilles problems) and New Balance 854 - No heel cushioning
I am now desperate to start London Training (Injury forced me to drop out last year), any suggestions will be gratefully appreciated.
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Worth getting some ideas of what to look at though - Nike Air Structure Triax might be okay - I tried them before settling for the 2070s. Good cushioning, for mild overpronators, quite a close fit, not sure how high they were at the back.
Do try them in the shop though - try to go to a good shop and not just a typical high street one.
Iain
I'm having some niggles in ankle though and have this horrible thought that I might need to go back to wearing orthotics
Also i find the orthotics stop achilles tendon rubbing because you are mildly higher up in the shoe!
the orthotics I had were for a fallen arch on my foot, but should they be used with my stability shoes (as I mildly overpronate) or as someone suggested with neutral shoes?
My asic stability shoes were too much and felt awkward. Neutral New Balance shoes made such a difference i was amazed. Of course everyone is different so best speak to your podiatrist to be extra safe.
It rides low to the ground but provides adequate cushioning IMO. Try them
Asics Kayano VIII: Nice for everyday use!