Beginner Running Tips & Long Distance Running
If you are new to running, the first thing you want to
get is a good pair of running shoes. This is important -
running puts a lot of stress on your body, and the right
running shoes can prevent added stress on your feet, hips and
even your lower back. Here are some tips on finding the right
running shoe for you:
Your foot type & how to choose running
shoes:
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Flat Foot/Pronated: If
your foot strikes on the outside of the heel and rolls
inward excessively, you are an overpronator. (Many
types of overuse injuries are associated with this foot
type.)
Your Shoe Type: Look
for a shoe that has a straight or semi-curved shape,
which will provide you with stability and maximum inner
foot support. A medial post (a stiff material on the
inner side of the shoe) will help reduce overpronation
or rolling in. A dense, durable polyurethane midsole
will provide moderate cushioning and more
stability.
Shoes for stability: Men's
Stability | Women's
Stability
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High-Arched
Foot/Supinated: If your foot is
rigid, doesn't pronate (roll inward) enough and is not
an effective shock absorber, then you are an
underpronator.
Your Shoe Type: Look
for a semi-curved or curved shoe shape. You are not
likely to need any additional medial support. You'll
want extra cushioning and a lighter weight shoe and a
softer, lighter outsole for more flexibility.
Shoes with extra
cushioning: Men's
Cushioning |
Women's Cushioning
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Neutral: If you land on
the outside of your heel, then roll inward slightly to
absorb shock, then you have a neutral foot type. (If
you are of normal weight, you are considered the most
biomechanically sound type of runner.)
Your Shoe Type: Look
for a straight or semi-curved shoe. Although not
necessary, you may want to consider a shoe with a
medial post (a stiff material on the inner side of the
shoe) for motion control. You'll want moderate
cushioning.
All running shoes: Men's
Running Shoes |
Women's Running
Shoes
If you enjoy the more rigorous turf of trail running, get
yourself a good pair of trail running shoes that will give you
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Who to Run With:
- Best
Running Groups
If you don't want to run by yourself, or you enjoy the
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such as what type of running they do, how far they run and
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Find people in your area who are interested in running, and
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Articles
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