Subject: RE: Newton Running Shoesthey've got big, responsive, cushy blocks under the forefoot, and not much of anything on the heel. So, they punish you if you heel strike and reward you for running mid to forefoot. If your goal is to change your foot-strike, they're a useful tool. If you're already running fore-foot, you might really like them. If you're not already running fore-foot, and aren't having any problems with your current shoes, then this will be a pretty big switch. Ask yourself if you want to go through a whole train-up program with them for a few months, for the honor of paying $175 for shoes in the future. They're not without their benefits. In fact, I really liked them- but they were harder on my achilles and calf muscles, which are a few of my weak links. Since I wasn't having any other issues with my running, I took advantage of their 30-day money back guarantee. Certainly- they have a following, and not without reason. But they're not necessary for everyone. Ask yourself why you want to change over to something like these. Do you have a reason? |