Are you ready to hit the ground running!!
Before we do that we have to access what type of running shoes we will be wearing. More than likely, you have probably been wearing your old shoes for too long. Failing to replace worn shoes is a major cause of running injuries. The usual estimates place the mileage at somewhere between 350 and 550 miles of trips through the shopping mall. LOL!! This means that many individuals should be replacing their shoes before they show major wear. In spite of the lack of wear the shoe will be gradually losing its shock absorption capacity as well as possibly starting to loose some of its stability. Examine the soles of your shoes. Note where wear has occurred. Most people seem to be amazed that their shoes wear at the rear outer corner. Next put your shoes on the table and look from the back of the shoe to the toe. If the corner of your shoe is tilted in or bulges over the inner part of your shoe, you might be one who excessively pronates. If this is so, you may want to look for a shoe with more stability or replace your shoe a bit sooner next time.If your shoe tilts to the outside, you may have a high arched foot. This in some cases can lead to ankle sprains and also increased transmission of forces to the leg and back. Sometimes individuals with this type of foot may have lateral knee pain, low back pain and outer leg pain. It will probably be important to make sure that your shoe has a fair amount of shock absorption and is not excessively controlling. Go to a running shoe store that has a good reputation (Fleet Feet, Dick's & Finish Line to name a few). Make sure you try on both shoes. Keep the shoe on your foot for about 10 minutes to make sure that it remains comfortable. After your careful and wise selection of your brand new running shoe. Bring it home, put it on and enjoy your run!
HERE ARE SOME TOP RUNNING SHOE WEBSITES
Adidas - www.shopadidias.com
Asics - www.asicsamerica.com
Brooks - www.brooksrunning.com
Mizuno - www.mizunousa.com
Saucony - www.saucony.com
I encourage you to post a thread on the blog w/ any questions or commets you have. Check back often for more tips & encouragement. Applaud yourself for taking the first step into a healthier lifestyle!!
Yours Truely,
Corrin Childress
2 comments:
A great tip! I just put on my "sneakers" and go and about half way through my calves cramp up so bad I can hardly walk. Is that shoe related or because I didn't stretch out properly before walking/running?
Great question! Most likely since this is early on you our tight. Often the you will feel the effects of shoe ware towards the end of the workout or post workout. Still always access the condition of your current shoe. Be sure to do a post warm-up stretch. After completing a 5 min. warm-up walk you'll want to spend a few minutes stretching. Be sure to check back for more detailed tips on stretching. Thanks for inspiring all the girls to hit the ground running!!
Corrin
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