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Wolves of Babylon

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Mar 16, 2016 4:54 PM
Any recommendations? I recently started a Cardio program after mainly doing lifting/resistance workouts and my arches are killing me during the workout. I currently have a pair of Nike Shox that are a few years old. I also plan to start running soon. I'm looking for a good cross training shoe. No real foot conditions that I'm aware of.

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Mar 16, 2016 4:54pm
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Mar 16, 2016 5:35 PM
asics

nike shox are fucking garbage to run in
Mar 16, 2016 5:35pm
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Mar 16, 2016 5:52 PM
I'm a mizuno fan. Can usually get the last years versions of the wave riders (I think they are on 19 now) for around $50/ $60 on running warehouse when they have a sale.

Brooks is also a good brand, a little heavier than the mizunos.

Buy online, way cheaper, free shipping and returns, etc. Can usually find the old styles for much more reasonable prices.


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Mar 16, 2016 6:51 PM
There's no best shoe for all people but there is an ideal shoe for each person including you. You may or may not need a stability, a cushioning or a neutral shoe. Forget focusing on the brand but rather focus on the proper shoe for your arch support and pronation needs.
Mar 16, 2016 6:51pm
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Mar 16, 2016 6:58 PM
iclfan2;1787277 wrote:...
Brooks is also a good brand, a little heavier than the mizunos.

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Which models are you comparing? There are many different types of Brooks shoes ranging from high mileage training, rough trail, all the way down to racing flats which are barely heavier than a track spike and everything in between. You can't simply say one brand of shoe is heavier than the other without looking at the model of running shoe and what it was designed for.

Mizuno and Brooks each have a shoe for most all running needs and they all range drastically in weight from top to bottom.
Mar 16, 2016 6:58pm
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Mar 16, 2016 7:05 PM
you just cant ask around. I run about 40 miles a week and all feet are different.

wide feet? go with saucony or new balance
high arch? Go with a nuetral control shoe
flat feet? Go with motion control mizuno or asics

just want cushioning? Go with Hoka or Adidas boost.
Mar 16, 2016 7:05pm
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Con_Alma

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Mar 16, 2016 7:10 PM
Spock;1787291 wrote:you just cant ask around. ...
Amen.
Mar 16, 2016 7:10pm
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Mar 16, 2016 8:16 PM
2 year old Shox....that sounds bad

I'm not a big runner but in season I've had good luck with Nike and Mizuno...no luck with Asics but they weren't the expensive ones.
Mar 16, 2016 8:16pm
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Mar 16, 2016 10:07 PM
Con_Alma;1787288 wrote:There's no best shoe for all people but there is an ideal shoe for each person including you. You may or may not need a stability, a cushioning or a neutral shoe. Forget focusing on the brand but rather focus on the proper shoe for your arch support and pronation needs.
Con Alma'd

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Wolves of Babylon

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Mar 16, 2016 10:13 PM
Spock;1787291 wrote:you just cant ask around. I run about 40 miles a week and all feet are different.

wide feet? go with saucony or new balance
high arch? Go with a nuetral control shoe
flat feet? Go with motion control mizuno or asics

just want cushioning? Go with Hoka or Adidas boost.
I was never a big runner. I stuck with Basketball and know a good bball shoe. I don't plan on running a ton. Maybe 5-10 miles a week on top of my other workouts.

Thanks for the tips.

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Mar 16, 2016 10:13pm
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Mar 17, 2016 12:00 AM
If you are in NE Ohio I highly recommend going to one of the few Second Sole stores. They will watch your natural walk/run as well as measure your arch, width, etc and suggest a shoe.
Mar 17, 2016 12:00am
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raiderbuck

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Mar 17, 2016 8:34 AM
I have flat feet, and I use Nike Lunarglide 7s. So far so good.
Mar 17, 2016 8:34am
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Mar 17, 2016 10:15 AM
...I have a couple pair of Brooks and they are the best running shoe I've ever owned. I do 15 to 20 miles per week and my feet always feel fine & the shoes hold up very well.
Mar 17, 2016 10:15am
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Mar 17, 2016 11:58 AM
Did realize there was a separate thread for this:

I run/sprint in Asiacs
Court/lifting in Sketchers
Field running cleats in adidas or reebok.
Mar 17, 2016 11:58am
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Mar 17, 2016 12:56 PM
Man up an run in jungle boots or jump boots ....
Mar 17, 2016 12:56pm
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Mar 17, 2016 1:39 PM
Con_Alma;1787290 wrote:Which models are you comparing? There are many different types of Brooks shoes ranging from high mileage training, rough trail, all the way down to racing flats which are barely heavier than a track spike and everything in between. You can't simply say one brand of shoe is heavier than the other without looking at the model of running shoe and what it was designed for.

Mizuno and Brooks each have a shoe for most all running needs and they all range drastically in weight from top to bottom.
I was comparing both company's middle of the line neutral shoe. Wave Rider vs. Brooks Ghost. I would stick to neutral shoes unless you know you have a need for cushioning or pronation help, as there are plenty of articles stating pronation specific shoes are more marketing than anything.
Mar 17, 2016 1:39pm
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Mar 21, 2016 1:30 PM
I went to a running store some years ago to get fitted for shoes. Best thing I have done. Found out I needed mainly support. I recommend, like others suggested, you figure out what you need and go from there.
I have Brooks Ravenna. Love them. Did the Army 10 Miler in them the last few years and no problems at all.
Mar 21, 2016 1:30pm
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Mar 22, 2016 3:21 AM
I just started running a lot more than I normally have in the past, this year. IMO, it is worth spending the money on Asics, Brooks, etc., actual designed running shoes. It will definitely eliminate much of the pain you are feeling. I have a pair of Asics and I love them. Cost me about $160. A bit overpriced, but worth every penny for me as my feet do not hurt anymore when I run. I run between 2-5 miles daily.
Mar 22, 2016 3:21am
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Mar 22, 2016 12:14 PM
If you are serious about putting in mileage......north of 30 miles a week. Run in Hoka shoes. THey are unreal in regards to cushion. I was running 60 miles a week in them and my feet and knees never hurt.
Mar 22, 2016 12:14pm
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Mar 22, 2016 12:19 PM
Spock;1788473 wrote:If you are serious about putting in mileage......north of 30 miles a week. Run in Hoka shoes. THey are unreal in regards to cushion. I was running 60 miles a week in them and my feet and knees never hurt.
Are all of their shoes rocker or just the ones at the local store by me?
I tried them on and the felt great but after using them they killed my heel.
Mar 22, 2016 12:19pm
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Mar 24, 2016 1:25 PM
ptown_trojans_1;1788344 wrote:I went to a running store some years ago to get fitted for shoes. Best thing I have done. Found out I needed mainly support. I recommend, like others suggested, you figure out what you need and go from there.
I have Brooks Ravenna. Love them. Did the Army 10 Miler in them the last few years and no problems at all.
This, like I said above if you live in NE Ohio go to "Second Sole", its a running/walking show store and they will watch your walk/run and size your foot to get the best shoe for you possible.

I think mine are Brooks Ghost but they may not work for others. I have never had my feet/ankles/knees hurt after a long run with them.
Mar 24, 2016 1:25pm
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Apr 21, 2016 10:48 PM
Belly35;1787464 wrote:Man up an run in jungle boots or jump boots ....
The nike sfb boots are pretty good for running. Put around 40 miles in them the last few weeks. Not as good as the previous model though but those were not compliant. Jumpers hit it! nike air zoom pegasus 31 are the most unbelievable running shoes I have had though.
Apr 21, 2016 10:48pm
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Apr 23, 2016 6:13 AM
ZWICK 4 PREZ;1788474 wrote:Are all of their shoes rocker or just the ones at the local store by me?
I tried them on and the felt great but after using them they killed my heel.
Sounds like your foot strike is wrong. You should not be landing on your heels, in the first place. Focus on running taller, with a shorter but quicker stride. Try landing (more) flat-foot and (less) heel.

Saucony Progrid guide = Best no-frills running shoe for the buck.
Apr 23, 2016 6:13am
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Apr 25, 2016 7:11 AM
salto;1792963 wrote:Sounds like your foot strike is wrong. You should not be landing on your heels, in the first place. Focus on running taller, with a shorter but quicker stride. Try landing (more) flat-foot and (less) heel.

Saucony Progrid guide = Best no-frills running shoe for the buck.
I think I do it unintentionally now. I've battled sesamoiditis the last 4-5 years after getting turf toe every year of football in high school. It's just now kinda become a chronic condition in my 30's so I naturally try to baby the ball of my foot and not push off to hard on the big toe.
Apr 25, 2016 7:11am