For shoes, there are different shoe types too.
These are the three different foot types :
Low arch
Neutral arch
High arch
And these are the three different run types :
Pronator
Neutral
Supinator
Usually runners with lower arch tends to pronate more and runners with higher arch will supinate more during their runs. But it doesn't dispose that runners with low arch won't supinate. There are a rare few whom does supinate when they run and have low arch.
What are the shoes recommended for each individual foot and run types?
Here are a few different shoe types :
Cushioning
Stability
Motion Control
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| New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v10 (Cushioning) |
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| New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v10 (Lateral side) |
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| New Balance 860v10 (Stability) |
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| New Balance 860v10 (Lateral side) |
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| New Balance 940v4 (Motion Control) |
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| New Balance 940v4 (Lateral side) |
CUSHIONING shoes are recommended for runners whom have neutral-high arch and/or supinates when they run. High arches have lesser contact on the ground thus their ball of feet and heel takes in most of the impact upon landing. That being said, it also means that high arches are more prone to shin splints, plantar fasciitis (heel pain) and even stress fractures. So cushioning shoes help to reduce the impact of runners and minimize the risk of getting injured.
STABILITY shoes on the other hand are recommended for runners whom have low(mild) arch and/or pronates when they run. Low arches tends to pronate more during their runs and stability shoes help to prevent them from over-pronating. Prolonged over-pronating can cause injuries like Achilles tendinitis (Achilles tendon), shin splints, iliotibial band (IT Band) and patellofemoral pain (Knee pain). So stability shoes help to prevent runners from over-pronating and also to minimize foot rotation that can cause injuries.
MOTION CONTROL shoes are recommended for runners whom have severe pronation and/or flat feet and also heavier runners. Motion control shoes are similar to Stability shoes whereby it gives support to the arch and prevent runners from over-pronating during their runs. The main difference you'll find is that motion control shoes are more sturdier. That being said, motion control shoes will usually be slightly heavier in weight. So motion control shoes are good for runners whom needs more support for their arch and for heavier runners as they can support the weight and prevent over excessive impact caused when landing thus minimizing the risk of getting injured.
MOTION CONTROL shoes are recommended for runners whom have severe pronation and/or flat feet and also heavier runners. Motion control shoes are similar to Stability shoes whereby it gives support to the arch and prevent runners from over-pronating during their runs. The main difference you'll find is that motion control shoes are more sturdier. That being said, motion control shoes will usually be slightly heavier in weight. So motion control shoes are good for runners whom needs more support for their arch and for heavier runners as they can support the weight and prevent over excessive impact caused when landing thus minimizing the risk of getting injured.
Of course, as for runners whom are looking for a pair of shoes to clock more mileage on per run, cushioning shoes are most preferable too.
Disclaimer : All individuals have personal opinions on their footwear. There are no right or wrong answers to which shoes are the best but one must feel comfortable with the shoes itself.
Jon of all trades,
Sportznathan
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Jon of all trades,
Sportznathan
(This is not a sponsored post)
Picture References :
Elite Physical Therapy. (unknown). Dr. David Cox on Arch Types and Shoe Fittings. Retrieved from https://www.eliteptandbalance.com/articles/physical-therapy/dr-david-cox-on-arch-types-and-shoe-fittings/
Luo, E L. (2019 July 23).Can Your Foot Shape Reveal Your Personality or Your Ancestry? Learn More. Retrieved from: https://www.healthline.com/health/types-of-feet
For shoes : https://www.newbalance.com/
Elite Physical Therapy. (unknown). Dr. David Cox on Arch Types and Shoe Fittings. Retrieved from https://www.eliteptandbalance.com/articles/physical-therapy/dr-david-cox-on-arch-types-and-shoe-fittings/
Luo, E L. (2019 July 23).Can Your Foot Shape Reveal Your Personality or Your Ancestry? Learn More. Retrieved from: https://www.healthline.com/health/types-of-feet
For shoes : https://www.newbalance.com/
Hi Jonathan, how should the type of terrain I run on affect the type of shoe I use? I normally run on pavements/PCN but I've recently started to do trail runs at reservoirs. Should I get a different type of shoe for the trail runs which have a more uneven terrain?
ReplyDeleteHi Naveen, different terrain calls for different outsole of the shoes. I'll recommend shoes with 'stud' like designs (sole) like Salomon S-Lab Ultra 2, New Balance Summit Unknown GTX, Asics Tarther, etc. For trail running shoes usually they'll be slightly heavier and have a more sturdy outsole as they have to bite through all the uneven grounds and gravels. The 'stud' like design will give you more traction and grip so you do not slip over small gravels or uneven surfaces and it doesn't cut short your strides (slipping due to gravels). So I'll say a shoe with a sturdier outsole and 'studs' are recommended for trail terrain.
DeleteDo stay tune for upcoming posts! I'll cover shoes for different terrain in my 3rd post :)
Do feel free to input more queries if you have too! We're here to learn and to grow altogether!
Jon of all trades,
Sportznathan
Hi Jonathan, decided to get the New Balance Summit Unknown GTX 3 weeks ago. I've been able to take wider strides and feel more stable when running. Thanks for the advice! Looking forward to more blog posts.
Deletenice sharing articles on right shoes....got any lightweight speed shoes to recommend. Tks
ReplyDeleteHi Marcus, as for lightweight speed shoes my three personal favorites are Asics Tartherzeal 2, Asics Hyper Speed 6 and Mizuno Wave Ekiden. This three models are pretty old already as my last race was in 2016. I believe the newer models of these shoes are equally as good too! Of course, there are a lot more lightweight speed shoes out there. Like New Balance 1500 series, New Balance Rebel, Nike Pegasus, Adidas SL20, Asics Tartheredge, and many more.
DeleteDo feel free to input more queries if you have too! Sharing and learning never stops!
Jon of all trades,
Sportznathan