A Fit Tip: When to Swap your Running Shoes
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There’s nothing more invigorating, soothing and therapeutic than a good run, especially in the fall when there is just the right amount of chill in the air and the foliage on the trees leaves you with unbeatable scenery. Running is also one of the best workouts for a stellar calorie burn. However, this fantastic all over body workout can turn into a fitness nightmare if you aren’t super mindful of what you put on your feet before those 3.5 mile jogs. So if your shoes are stinky, torn up and past their prime, a new pair won’t just make you look better, they will also make you run better and prevent you from getting unnecessary injuries!
If your shoes look like this, it’s definitely time to replace them with a new pair!!
So how do you know if your shoes are past their shelf date? Track your mileage. After 300-500 miles it’s time for a new pair. For runners who log at least 25 miles per week, you need to replace your shoes every three to four months. If you don’t track how much you run, there’s another way to tell. Check the wear on your soles and gauge how the mid sole layer feels. [The midsole layer of a shoe provides the cushioning and stability. This area usually wears out before the outsole shows major signs of wear.]
If you are a runner and have been feeling frequent muscle cramps, shin splints and pain in your joints, there’s a good chance your shoes are not providing you the adequate amount of cushioning and you need to replace them. If you don’t replace your shoes in a timely manner, you risk a higher chance of injury due to a gradual loss of stability that comes with aged shoes.
So what shoes should you buy when yours have bit the bullet? Try out one of these 3 shoes [for men and women], featured on Runner’s World.
Women’s Shoes
Brooks Ghost 3
Brooks are known for their biomechancially engineered running shoes that are light, comfortable and durable
- Price: 100 per pair
- This shoe is light while still provides excellent cushion. These shoes are excellent for runners seeking more arch support and for those with long strides.
K-Swiss Blade Light Run
This new K-Swiss shoe is revered for it’s light and fast feeling
- Price: 100 dollars
- This shoe has an incredibly impressive fit and and the Blade moves extremely well with the runners foot. Many racers found this to be an ideal race shoe because of it’s low-to-the ground design and snug fit.
Adidas Supernova Adapt
These are a Runner’s World Editor’s Choice award because they supply a good amount of spring for long distance runners
- Price: 95 dollars
- These shoes have a fantastic overall fit and arch support, which work well for short and long distance runners. These shoes are very stable and supply a great deal of support and are also very high off the ground.
Men’s Shoes
Nike Air Pegasus+ 27
The Pegasus +27 is one of the many Nike shoes that you can use with their Nike Plus running software, which helps you track miles, get new workouts and routes for your runs!
- Price: 90 dollars
- The heel has Zoom air cushioning, which make the shoe even more comfortable and durable during long runs. Runners love the springy feel of the shoe because it offers a nice resilient run, which make it perfect for long distance or marathon runners.
Mizuno Wave Alchemy 10
The Mizuno Wave is known for offering a soft and steady ride for all types of runners
- Price: 110 dollars
- This shoe is a major upgrade from the previous line and is worth the extra bucks because of the layer of foam cushioning above the plastic wave in the midsole, which provides extra comfort to any runner. The plastic wave guides the foot and provides an better fit, which makes it a perfect fit for any runner.
Saucony Progrid Kinvara
As the photo depicts, the multilayer of cushioning and foam above the mid sole make these shoes not only extra comfortable, but very light
- Price: 90 dollars
- At 90 dollars, this shoe is a great price for all it offers. Revered as one of the lightest shoes on the market, this shoe has no stiff or firm plastic that make many others hard to wear. The low to the ground design makes you feel as if you are running barefoot but with added cushioning!
Although most good running shoes can set you back a $100 or more, it’s much better than having to pay over that in medical costs if you get a serious training injury!
Claire
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