Need a bit of advice.
I've been running off and on for about two years. My work tends to dictate when i can run. I tend to do 5k on average, about twice a week.
Of late, i've hardly done any running. So i'm determined to make much more effort. (every other day)
So far, i didn't feel the need for any special running shoes. I've just been running in a pair of Adidas ZX Flux.
I have been looking at the Nike range of shoes. Not for the badge, more that i don't know what shoes are good. The top end Nike stuff looks ok, but i feel that is more for the dedicated runner.
I'm overweight and 50, so thought something more forgiving rather than fast would be more suitable. My ankles and knee/hips are already showing signs or wear etc.
I've just bought a pair of Nike Air Zoom Vomero 14 Running Shoes in the sales (£72). The reviews seem to point to be a good balance between comfort and speed.
However, while reading the reviews, most people indicated they have several pair of shoes that they rotate.
Is it needed to have several pairs of different shoes and keep rotating?
If so, what would people recommended based on my above needs. Some advice on other brands would be helpful.
Although i would prefer not spending silly money, i can afford to get the right shoes for me etc.
I am in the Brooks camp. Felt more suited to me than any other straight away.
Another tip I picked up from a friend that does a lot of mileage is that once you find a pair you get on with stock pile them. Lots of the time new models come out with little more than cosmetic tweaks. When that happens you can often find 'last years' for around 1/2 price and if you buy a pair every couple of months for a bit you've got years of shoes if your weight etc is stable.To be honest, you're probably OK with one pair for a few months given your mileage. If you significantly increase your overall weekly distance covered, then it might be an idea to have 2 or 3 pairs on the go.
When it comes to buying shoes, it's a case of 'what works for someone else might not for you.' It's an individual thing since we all have different gait, foot strike, cadence, weight, mileage etc. The usual advice is to go to a specialist, independent running shop and ask for a gait analysis. They will watch you run and try to determine your running style. From there, they can recommend the right shoes that are designed for your pronation etc. I would then try on a range of shoes to find which feel best for you. Popular brands are Asics, Brooks, Altra, Hoka One-One and On (there are others of course). The thing is - don't just go by brand; it has to be the correct MODEL of shoe that is designed for your gait.
I hope that makes sense. Oh, and I would be prepared to spend a lot of money on the right trainers - this could be upward of £100 but it's worth it to avoid injury and improve your fitness.
Should always get a gait analysis to work out which are best for you.Need a bit of advice.
I've been running off and on for about two years. My work tends to dictate when i can run. I tend to do 5k on average, about twice a week.
Of late, i've hardly done any running. So i'm determined to make much more effort. (every other day)
So far, i didn't feel the need for any special running shoes. I've just been running in a pair of Adidas ZX Flux.
I have been looking at the Nike range of shoes. Not for the badge, more that i don't know what shoes are good. The top end Nike stuff looks ok, but i feel that is more for the dedicated runner.
I'm overweight and 50, so thought something more forgiving rather than fast would be more suitable. My ankles and knee/hips are already showing signs or wear etc.
I've just bought a pair of Nike Air Zoom Vomero 14 Running Shoes in the sales (£72). The reviews seem to point to be a good balance between comfort and speed.
However, while reading the reviews, most people indicated they have several pair of shoes that they rotate.
Is it needed to have several pairs of different shoes and keep rotating?
If so, what would people recommended based on my above needs. Some advice on other brands would be helpful.
Although i would prefer not spending silly money, i can afford to get the right shoes for me etc.
So I'm going to disclose the extent of my own remedial-ness(?) here............I swear by Asics.
I buy a new pair every year and rotate with the previous years pair. Never had a problem.
my latest - https://www.prodirectrunning.com/p/asics-gel-kayano-26-grand-shark-peacoat-mens-shoes-211706/
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