Anyone else getting ready for Thanksgiving Day Races?
Anyone else getting ready for Thanksgiving Day Races?
I hope this is a good place to post to get an opinion from some dedicated runners.
I've a few posts here in the past and I've indicated that I had to limit my runs due to a hip replacement about four years ago.
I manage a two mile jog about every other day. I'm looking for a good shoe insert to minimize the shock from striking.
I currently jog on a high school track which helps. As a former city kid I used to run on concrete. No can do now !
I was thinking of Dr. Scholl. He has a line of athletic inserts but I don't have any idea if they are any good.
I just wore out a set of The Walking Company inserts but I don't think they did much.
Any ideas what I need ?
Thanks
I would recommend you speak to a professional such as a physio or sports medicine doctor to get an idea of what would be a good option. You are probably going to need a custom orthotic insert due to your hip replacement but that's just a guess. Good luck to you.
Nope...
After the operation and rehab the doctor only advised me not to play football. (Lol)
My distance limitations are self imposed. I'm just trying to use my head and reduce impact where I can.
Well don't play football then! I would look into custom orthotics and let them know your situation and that should help a lot.
I manage a two mile jog about every other day. I'm looking for a good shoe insert to minimize the shock from striking. I currently jog on a high school track which helps. As a former city kid I used to run on concrete. No can do now !
I hope this is a good place to post to get an opinion from some dedicated runners.
I've a few posts here in the past and I've indicated that I had to limit my runs due to a hip replacement about four years ago.
I manage a two mile jog about every other day. I'm looking for a good shoe insert to minimize the shock from striking.
I currently jog on a high school track which helps. As a former city kid I used to run on concrete. No can do now !
I was thinking of Dr. Scholl. He has a line of athletic inserts but I don't have any idea if they are any good.
I just wore out a set of The Walking Company inserts but I don't think they did much.
Any ideas what I need ?
Thanks
Is it possible to run/jog with custom orthotics ?
My impression was they were hard as a rock. Maybe I'll see a Podiatrist. Where I am that will set me back about
3 to 4 C notes plus the cost of the orthotics (not insurance covered ). I see your in Canada...You must have that good
social medicine.(sigh).
You didn't ask about this, and you may already know this, but one thing I would recommend is work on increasing your stride rate (shortening your stride) if you haven't already. The shorter the stride, the less time in the air, and the less impact to your joints. "They" say that the optimal stride rate is 180 steps per minute. Not only does this reduce the impact to your skeletal system but it is also the most efficient stride rate.
I've been trying to attain this, but am having a hard time doing anything greater than 160, but I'll keep trying. One thing I noticed is that as I get faster, a higher stride rate starts to come easier.
The majority of over the counter shoe inserts do little more than change the fit of your shoe. They might add a level of comfort or soften up the feel of the shoe, but the reality is that they don't provide much additional protection. whatever added cushion or protection they might add... that will break down quickly. Your dollars are far and away better spent on a quality running shoe. If you want max cushion from a shoe, expect to pay ~$150 (msrp - deals can be had on nearly everything these days). Take care in selecting your shoes though as there are different types that may or may not be right for you. I'd suggest seeking out a run speciatly shop for guidance on which shoe is right. They'll have a number of different ones for you to try on.
As for custom orthotics, many people will use them for running. Some are extremely rigid, some are not... it all depends what you need. Orthotics are typically designed to correct something more than provide additional cushion. Given your situation, it wouldnt be a bad idea to at least have a chat with an ortho (ideally one who deals with runners and athletes - most of them cater to the masses and runners/athletes are a minority) to discuss needs and options. You may not need anything, but you could benefit from having something - particularly if you're upping mileage and/or experiencing issues with aches and pains. Would be good to have an opinion before you have problems.
It depends on the orthotic, you can get running orthotics that are much softer. Unfortunately, our government medical plan doesn't cover orthotics but I do have insurance through work for it.
My Dr. declared me cured. So, I'm on my own for advice and follow-up.
I was just curious if you all go with the stock inserts that come with the shoe or if you get others.
Good advice though.
I just use Superfeet. You should be able to get them at any sport store.