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2016-11-14 2:17 AM |
93 | Subject: Newton Running Shoes I'm very seriously considering this option. Here's my situation. I switched to a midfoot/forefoot strike and like magic, my knee pain disappeared. This last summer, however, I started experiencing foot pain. I first thought it was plantar fasciitis, but now I think it's metatarsalgia, since the pain is right under the second toe in my left foot and no longer spread to my arch. It seems switching more to a midfoot strike (and less forefoot), together with changing to the extra padding with Newton shoes would be a good approach. What do all of you think of these shoes in general? And do you think the shoes will help my foot pain? |
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2016-11-17 8:46 PM in reply to: Trilogy |
9 | Subject: RE: Newton Running Shoes Hi there! I'm no doctor, but have pretty extensive experience as a competitive runner and someone who also benefitted greatly from adjusting to a more midfoot strike. How long between your switch to the midfoot strike and this new foot pain start? Also, are there any other factors that might have caused the foot pain other than running form, such as an increase in training/racing volume/intensity? Things like these tend to create injuries much more readily than footwear. |
2016-11-17 10:00 PM in reply to: Dom@MBS |
93 | Subject: RE: Newton Running Shoes Originally posted by Dom@MBS How long between your switch to the midfoot strike and this new foot pain start? Also, are there any other factors that might have caused the foot pain other than running form, such as an increase in training/racing volume/intensity? Things like these tend to create injuries much more readily than footwear. It has been around two years since I switched to the midfoot strike. I'm sure I was too forefoot at first (probably looked ridiculous at first). But then I have slowly been adjusting to a midfoot strike and have been happy with my improved times and lack of knee pain. I increased my running volume and frequency right before the pain, but nothing too drastic. I went from a weekly 5k run to alternating between one and two 7k runs per week. Generally, I have increased my intensity this year and entered more races. But again, nothing too drastic. I like the sprint distance and so the volume of everything I do is very low compared to some triathletes (40-50k cycling), 1.5k swims, 5-7k runs, etc. I've laid off of running for three weeks. My foot feels much better, but the pain is still there. I bet I could run no problem, but would really like to do something differently so that the injury and pain disappear eventually. |
2016-11-18 1:53 PM in reply to: Trilogy |
9 | Subject: RE: Newton Running Shoes You can definitely try out the Newton shoes, I'm always a bit hesitant with anything that will affect running form like that but if you like them they can certainly work for you. I know a bunch of runners who like them very much. Running shoes are so specific to the individual that you really just need t try out a bunch and see what works best. This being said, no shoe or any other product for that matter is going to be the "magic bullet." So continue to keep up with other things that will not only improve injuries, but also improve running efficiency/economy, such as a running-oriented core strength routine, being mindful of running form/posture and making sure your shoes aren't too worn out and still have proper cushioning. Also, for foot-related problems, check your toe alignment and make sure they aren't being crushed together as you run. |
2016-11-21 12:39 AM in reply to: Dom@MBS |
93 | Subject: RE: Newton Running Shoes Thanks for all your input. I'll definitely take it all into consideration. I've decided to lay off on running until there is zero pain in the foot. I'm almost there after three weeks. It's the off season now so if I'm going to have an injury, I can't think of better timing. I also did well on my last race so I feel I deserve a little rest. |
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