Which running/training shoes?

[seadragon]

Havent run in ages, but now am unfit and have a bad back. Am getting fit again, cycling, walking etc but looking for some proper running shoes, not just ones for show/fashionable. Would like great support, help with impact.

At some point will progress to something more speed or crosstrail related but for now need something suited to my 'condition'

[Boozy]

seadragon said:

Havent run in ages, but now am unfit and have a bad back. Am getting fit again, cycling, walking etc but looking for some proper running shoes, not just ones for show/fashionable. Would like great support, help with impact.

At some point will progress to something more speed or crosstrail related but for now need something suited to my 'condition'

Go to a running shop and have them look at your gait, then try a few on, I have Mizuno Waverunner 16s having worn Asics previously and they're great, good balance between being light and supportive.

[Jakarta]

If you have a bad back, and thus potentially bad knees/ankles take a serious look at Hoka. They have enormous soft soles that a number of my more senior running mates use and swear by them.
The level of cushioning is particular to the model and they have varying sorts for road and trail.
When you pick one up you will be astounded, the weight of them is absolutely minimal and is lighter than the Brooks Glycerin, ASR, Cascadia that I run in.
Just be wary of going for the maximum lift if you plan to run on trails, the extra height can be unnerving for your ankles till you get used to them.

Phil

[seadragon]

Ok thanks for the help. I used to be super fit and had bad back then, I am dealing with sciatica now anid a few years ago damaged my ACL. I can get fit again, just need the motivation, which i have now since the sciatica.

I appreciate the suggestions on shoes, also about going to a running shop. Not sure where the nearest one to me is though, all we have in area is JB Sports or whatever its called.

[Jakarta]

Amazon Linky to Hoka One One trainers

[anonymous-user]

The best bet is to go to a proper running shop & try them out , as others said. I swear by Saucony, others say too heavy. Some say go for minimal drop, I can't stand them & get injured. Just find the ones you like...

[petemurphy]

if you're running properly on the front of the foot you shouldnt need massive heel support. i started running and have some asics but having tried my chums brooks will be after a pair of those next. but not super soled ones like i originally thought i needed

[Mark-C]

Where are you? Your profile say Hertfordshire - I'm betting there is a decent running shop (indy or chain) near enough to be worth the travel.

Gait analysis and decent shoes made a huge difference to me when I was at a similar place to where you are now in terms of fitness.

[anonymous-user]

petemurphy said:

if you're running properly on the front of the foot you shouldnt need massive heel support. i started running and have some asics but having tried my chums brooks will be after a pair of those next. but not super soled ones like i originally thought i needed

Maybe your running properly is not properly to me though!
I still get around a half marathon comfortably sub 1:30 & Parkrun sub 19, after running 35 relatively injury free years!

[petemurphy]

Jimboka said:

Maybe your running properly is not properly to me though!
I still get around a half marathon comfortably sub 1:30 & Parkrun sub 19, after running 35 relatively injury free years!

fair enough although id say now is the age when injury starts! i am new to it but front foot striking seems best?

http://www.barefootrunning.fas.harvard.edu/4Biomec...

[anonymous-user]

I guess this dog is too old to learn new tricks! Best to get it right when setting out, my old legs can't take the change though..