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Anyone have experience with the Asics Gel Foundation 10? I have extremely flat feet and have never tried a motion controlled shoe. Are these worth trying out? Thanks.
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I'm gonna go ahead and guess that you've read Born to RunPeople who say don't use frees if you're flat footed are kind of silly. While they aren't generally good for people that are out of shape and people who are just getting into running, they can definitely provide a level of support from your own body because you will use more of your foot in the end compared to a heavy pronation shoe like a kayano, trance, beast, etc.
It depends on how much you actually overpronate to determine the level of support you need. Running in neutral shoes like Pegasus, nimbus, etc will be one of the worst decisions for you if your gait doesn't fall in line with them.
A lot of the running stores are smoke and mirrors but there definitely are knowledgable people that care about getting people's feet fixed and feel good.
Speaking of arch support, don't get something that has a high arch if you're flat footed. Shoes and insoles that are made with high arches are specifically made for people WITH high arches so if you're digging that into your already low arch it's only going to hurt you in the long run.
Something flat and stiff but still providing impact protection is generally the way to go. I was always a fan of the brooks trance when I still wore "supportive" shoes but ever since switching to frees and vibrams my body hasn't needed to depend on the support from the shoes as much.
Don't be fooled by cushion PLEASE. Too much cushion can trick you. Imagine it's like running on sand. Do you want to run on wet sand or dry sand? Don't make your foot/body do more work than it has to!
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I've made a lot of connections over the years with running reps etc and had lengthly discussions about all of this stuff. I guess it bleeds out when I get going. I'm really passionate about technical running.
Interesting; I need to look into this.I used to be flat footed. I started running in the the NB minimus and my feet and lower legs got a lot stronger and I developed an arch. Anyone can do it as long as they take their time and focus on form rather than mileage.
How do you know if you're flat footed?
Me as well.Interesting; I need to look into this.I used to be flat footed. I started running in the the NB minimus and my feet and lower legs got a lot stronger and I developed an arch. Anyone can do it as long as they take their time and focus on form rather than mileage.
Ahh. thanks man.You've got great feet.
You should be fine with just about any shoe honestly. Trying on a few different ones to see what really feels best on how it falls on your arch would be the best bet.