Running Shoes
Running shoes are the most important piece
of equipment a runner, or a jogger, possesses. Proper fitness footwear
helps to prevent stress and injury to the feet, hamstring and calf muscles,
while optimizing the running stride.
Review of Running Shoes
There is no such thing as the best running
shoe. It all depends on the biomechanics of your feet, the type of running
activity you perform, the surface upon which you train and the intensity
of your training workouts. Which is why fitness experts say that, when
buying footwear for running or jogging, it pays to shop in a specialist
sports or running store whose staff have specialized knowledge.
Types of Running Shoes
Some athletic footwear experts divide shoes
into three main categories: cushioned shoes, stability shoes and motion
control shoes.
Stability Running Shoes
These offer a good blend of cushioning, medial
support (to limit excessive inward rolling of the foot, which can cause
injury) and durability. Ideal footwear if you’re a midweight runner
who doesn’t have any severe motion control problems. Also suits runners
or joggers with normal arches.
Motion Control Running Shoes
Motion control shoes are the most rigid,
control-oriented running shoes. They're designed to slow down or limit
extreme inward rolling of the foot and ankle, which can cause injury (excessive
rolling is called 'overpronation'). Motion control shoes are generally
heavy but very durable. Ideal if you need control features and place a
premium on durability, or if you’re a heavy runner who needs extra
durability. Also suits runners or joggers with flat feet.
Cushioned Running Shoes
Cushioned shoes generally have the softest
midsoles and the least added stability. The more cushioning in the shoe,
the longer it takes for the runner to feel the force caused by striking
the ground. The increased amount of time and the decreased amount of force
helps to minimize the wear and tear on the runner's body. Cushioned fitness
footwear is ideal for efficient runners whose feet don't roll inwards
excessively ('overpronate') when running. Also suits runners with high
arches.
Recommended Running Shoes
The Shoe committee of the American Academy
of Podiatric Sports Medicine recommends the following foot gear.
Running Shoes - Mild Motion Control
Adidas Cairo III (M/W)
Adidas Calibrate (M/W)
Asics 2080 (M/W)
Asics Gel Creed Plus (M/W)
Asics MC Plus 5 (M/W)
Brooks Adrenaline GTS IV (M/W0)
Brooks Trance NXS (M/W)
Mizuno Wave Alchemy '03
New Balance 855 (M/W)
New Balance 765 (M/W)
New Balance 991 (M/W)
New Balance 1221 (M/W)
Nike Air Structure Triax '03 (M/W)
Nike Air Durham Plus (M/W)
Nike Air Max Moto II (M/W)
Nike Shox TL
Nike Air Kantara '03 (M/W)
Saucony GRID Omni 3
Saucony Shadow 6000
Saucony Grid Hurricane 5 Running Shoes
Running Shoes - Moderate Motion Control
Asics Nandi (M/W) Trail Shoe
Asics Gel Kayano IX (M/W)
Asics Gel-Foundation IV (M/W)
Asics Gel Koji Plus (M/W)
Brooks Addiction V (M/W)
Brooks Gila (M/W) Trail Shoe
Mizuno Wave Legend
New Balance 587 (M/W)
Nike Air Durham Plus (M/W)
Reebok Supreme Control DMX (M/W)
Puma Complete Premise
Saucony: Grid Stabil MC (M/W)
Running Shoes - Maximum Motion Control
Asics Gel MC+ V (M/W)
Brooks Beast '02 (M/W)
Brooks Ariel '02 (W)
Mizuno Wave Renegade
New Balance 1122 (M/W)
New Balance 1220 (M/W)
Running Shoes -Cushioning
Asics Gel-Cumulus V
Asics Gel Nimbus IV
Mizuno Wave Rider '03
Mizuno Wave Creation '03
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