question about running shoes

[mugsy]

alright so i have insoles already for my hips and a little case of metatarsalgia, so most shoes i get dont really need a whole lot of inside structure.
currently in the bootcamp im doing, my knees have been killing me to the point where running - even walking - is excruciating. i've been told its due to my lack of good shoes, which is most likely true. i think i spent $40 on the runners im currently sporting.
im going to hit up the running room tomorow, but i was just wondering if anyone knew of any other places with good knowledge of feet\legs and shoes would be?

[Silverwinged]

now, not just because i work at Nike, but because i OWN these shoes and they are amazing...

I would definately suggest trying on the womens Nike Max Moto 3 (Max Air technology in the heel of the shoe, full length air = great cushioning, and arch support, can be found in the running category)

or even a Nike Pegasus or Perseus which both have double arch support and are the most recommended shoe for people with hip, back and knee problems due to the best combo of air and arch support in a shoe that Nike makes. (can be found in the walking/running category)

edit: plus the life on ANY shoe is no more than 10 months before break down in material starts to occur and the shoe begins to lose its stability and comfort.

I'm sure other brands have types of shoes that are equally good, just tellin ya what I know.
If you have any questions, PM me.
I sell shoes for a living. :)

[ulala]

i suggest asics, no better runners imo.

Oh yea, and if you have insoles already that you've invested into or orthotics you don't need to spend the extra money on arch support and all that jazz.. the insoles/orthotics fix it for you. Just get a neutral runner *hint Asics 1100's*.

[stephen_c]

^
i second that.
asics gel system works well.
i have an older pair of gt2070.

[timmy!]

the people at the running room know their shit. they make you walk and they stare at you and make you feel creepy....but then they give you good shoes for your feet.

the new balance store is alright as well, but always seems too busy.

[Prissypants]

Well, I've been a runner for about 15 years now and I only buy asics...they are by far the best for running....

[RDS]

Kintec Footlabs in Langley is good aswell for all your foot needs , I also believe that they have stores in Surrey , Maple Ridge and North Vancouver , give them a try they will kick ass....

[mugsy]

picked some nike pegasus - they were the only shoes that didnt allow me to roll over onto the outside of my feet. i naturally do this when i stand and its one of the main sources of problems for me. i've never had a pair of shoes that have prevented that before.
tried on what felt like every pair in the store, and those were the only ones.

thanks again silverwinged, you definately know your stuff lady.

[Silverwinged]

Originally Posted by mugsy

picked some nike pegasus - they were the only shoes that didnt allow me to roll over onto the outside of my feet. i naturally do this when i stand and its one of the main sources of problems for me. i've never had a pair of shoes that have prevented that before.
tried on what felt like every pair in the store, and those were the only ones.

thanks again silverwinged, you definately know your stuff lady.

ahhh =)
awesome gal.
pegasus will serve you well.
enjoy them shoes.

[sungoo]

how long do/are running shoes supposed to last?
I bought a pair probably 3 or 4 months ago and now they're dead :(

[Goodfellow]

Originally Posted by mugsy

picked some nike pegasus - they were the only shoes that didnt allow me to roll over onto the outside of my feet. i naturally do this when i stand and its one of the main sources of problems for me. i've never had a pair of shoes that have prevented that before.
tried on what felt like every pair in the store, and those were the only ones.

thanks again silverwinged, you definately know your stuff lady.

huh??

you roll over in running shoes..... how is that possible?

[Silverwinged]

Originally Posted by sungoo

how long do/are running shoes supposed to last?
I bought a pair probably 3 or 4 months ago and now they're dead :(

anywhere from 6-9 months depending on what the shoe is designed for and what you actually use it for.

ex: if the shoe is designed for walking, and you walk in it... maximum life.
ex: if the shoe is designed for walking, and you are out ripping up the trails at Bunsen lake, you'll be lucky if you get 6 months out of your shoe.

[mugsy]

Originally Posted by GoodFlow

huh??

you roll over in running shoes..... how is that possible?

my foot or rather my natural stance is that i put all my weight on the outsides of my feet causing me to almost lift the insides of my feet up (like my big toe)
an exageration would be to say that i try to put my outside ankles to the ground.
because of this in all my shoes my feet dont lie on the sole, they role over the side of it, meaning i dont really get any sort of proper support and it pulls the rest of my body out of allignment. because i was a swimmer, my feet are slightly curved as well which also helps in the problem of my feet not lying directly on the sole.
i knew this was happening, but never really thought much of it thinking that feeling the outside-side seams of a shoe could be normal, and the feeling that i might roll my ankle over at any moment was just from having really really weak calf and surrounding muscles. but now i know it isnt normal, and that they make shoes to actually prevent this kinda shit from happening.
my new shoes rock.
and another thank you to silverwinged. i want to send you karma but apparently im not allowed to. KARMA!

[Goodfellow]

Originally Posted by mugsy

my foot or rather my natural stance is that i put all my weight on the outsides of my feet causing me to almost lift the insides of my feet up (like my big toe)
an exageration would be to say that i try to put my outside ankles to the ground.
because of this in all my shoes my feet dont lie on the sole, they role over the side of it, meaning i dont really get any sort of proper support and it pulls the rest of my body out of allignment. because i was a swimmer, my feet are slightly curved as well which also helps in the problem of my feet not lying directly on the sole.
i knew this was happening, but never really thought much of it thinking that feeling the outside-side seams of a shoe could be normal, and the feeling that i might roll my ankle over at any moment was just from having really really weak calf and surrounding muscles. but now i know it isnt normal, and that they make shoes to actually prevent this kinda shit from happening.
my new shoes rock.
and another thank you to silverwinged. i want to send you karma but apparently im not allowed to. KARMA!

crazy. i've never seen that before. does it make you nervous when you are running? have you ever broken/sprained ur ankle because of it?

i was born with feet that went pigeon toe'd sorta.... apparently when i was SUPER young i had to wear leg brace things for a lil while.. i have no recollection of the event.

[mugsy]

^ no not nervous. i roll my ankles alot and it will hurt but i never sprain them just more so irritate them. i think you have to be doing something more major plus i always roll my ankles i think ive probably stretched out my tendons and stuff from how i stand - sometimes i do just stand on the outsides of my feet. terrible terrible habbit.
its the suck, but i do believe lots of people have the same problem. some people just have problems with constantly rolling their ankles from having weaker muscles.

[Goodfellow]

that is so bizarre.

remind me not to play soccer with you :P

[Goodfellow]

man you could get people red cards..... somebody tackles you, OMG .. *steps on sides of feet* OMG U BROKE MY ANKLE FROM A SHITTY TACKLE..

red card!

[~god~]

Originally Posted by Silverwinged

now, not just because i work at Nike, but because i OWN these shoes and they are amazing...

I would definately suggest trying on the womens Nike Max Moto 3 (Max Air technology in the heel of the shoe, full length air = great cushioning, and arch support, can be found in the running category)

or even a Nike Pegasus or Perseus which both have double arch support and are the most recommended shoe for people with hip, back and knee problems due to the best combo of air and arch support in a shoe that Nike makes. (can be found in the walking/running category)

edit: plus the life on ANY shoe is no more than 10 months before break down in material starts to occur and the shoe begins to lose its stability and comfort.

I'm sure other brands have types of shoes that are equally good, just tellin ya what I know.
If you have any questions, PM me.
I sell shoes for a living. :)

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Goodfellow]

Originally Posted by ~god~

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

do you honestly think by not wearing nike it will change anything? you can't convince millions of people all at one moment.

[~god~]

sure i believe it.
but i don't believe IN it.


But you don't see the beauty of my post. I just quoted a NAZI with a spoof ad.

UHH!

[Goodfellow]

Originally Posted by ~god~

sure i believe it.
but i don't believe IN it.


But you don't see the beauty of my post. I just quoted a NAZI with a spoof ad.

UHH!

fair enough. i don't believe in it either. i was just sayin..

quoted a NAZI ? ?

you best not be makin fun of silverwing'd u'll get stomped heh

[~god~]

^ silverwinged, yes.
stick around if you seek approval.

unless you're a Jew. then i suggest you run, sire.

[mapleleaf4ever]

I can't wait until she sees this. :p

[Silverwinged]

BUAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHA