tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post730740851825781509..comments2024-03-18T15:51:55.843-07:00Comments on Hit the Ground Running: The Next Big ThingAli K.http://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-29897449217823893552013-07-29T20:41:30.244-07:002013-07-29T20:41:30.244-07:00Hmmm I don't know, the woman got down on the f...Hmmm I don't know, the woman got down on the floor eye-level with my feet and then said they both pronate and supinate and then recommended the Dyad. I suppose I am not surprised that the shoe would be wrong for my feet since they have never really liked the Dyad. Maybe I'll try a different running store this time. This one has been in my area forever and I've heard good things about it - but perhaps this particular sales person didn't know what she was talking about. Kristina @ Blog About Runninghttp://www.blogaboutrunning.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-42305645541100004322013-07-29T18:37:45.701-07:002013-07-29T18:37:45.701-07:00I'm really interested in trying the Ghosts eve...I'm really interested in trying the Ghosts eventually, when I start to play with less support.<br /><br />It's so frustrating when you have to go into the store to try the shoes you already think you love because they change the versions year to year!Ali K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-59883981970138228822013-07-29T18:28:56.558-07:002013-07-29T18:28:56.558-07:00All the Asics have gel! Which gel did you get? In ...All the Asics have gel! Which gel did you get? In general, Asics are great shoes, so I'm sure you got a great pair to begin with. If I had the money, I'd have so much running stuff we'd need to buy a new house just to store it!Ali K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-46459145973201225742013-07-29T11:45:22.524-07:002013-07-29T11:45:22.524-07:00I started with Brooks years ago, switched to New B...I started with Brooks years ago, switched to New Balance for a while, then back to Brooks. My favorites were the Ravennas but they discontinued that and the "replacement" style was too narrow in the toe for me, so I've been with the Ghosts for a couple of years now. I make sure to always have two pairs in rotation (I get different colors) and now that I'm on dailymile I can track easily how many miles I have on each. I went ahead and bought another two pairs of the Ghosts I'm currently in so that I won't have to change models while in marathon training, after that I'll probably need to head into the store and see if I like the latest version. I wear Nike Frees as my day-to-day walking shoes but find I need a more supportive/protective shoe for running.<br /><br />And yes, I'm just as brand loyal with my other gear/accessories, at least until they make changes and I'm forced to find something else.Annie Crowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09734321180522990210noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-74459359528139637652013-07-29T11:43:56.484-07:002013-07-29T11:43:56.484-07:00Since I am a newbie, I have just tried Asics gel w...Since I am a newbie, I have just tried Asics gel which I like so far. Yes, I am a huge sucker for the next big thing, but my bank account tells me otherwise...LOL<br />Kristen@runrelaxrecovery.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03179776392528616105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-4378058633526108932013-07-28T17:15:47.737-07:002013-07-28T17:15:47.737-07:00I like the idea of wearing a less supportive shoe ...I like the idea of wearing a less supportive shoe for some runs and training in what I know I like. Which shoes do you wear for your marathons?Ali K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-30713499568168716752013-07-28T15:06:56.741-07:002013-07-28T15:06:56.741-07:00Great post with great questions. I am really diggi...Great post with great questions. I am really digging the Brooks because they are LIGHTER but still provide me support. However, I am still a lover of Asics because they've gotten me through so many distance runs without pain- I have been doing all of my long runs in them still and I use the Brooks for all other runs.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09323191008965758431noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-48931081150125300852013-07-28T13:22:39.307-07:002013-07-28T13:22:39.307-07:00I'm interested in minimal drop shoes, but not ...I'm interested in minimal drop shoes, but not in minimalist shoes. I like a nice cushion. If you ever find a shoe with a more neutral drop that still offers arch support, pronation support, and a soft landing, let me know! hahaAli K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-48019791715473343882013-07-28T13:18:49.921-07:002013-07-28T13:18:49.921-07:00I really love Brooks. I've got three different...I really love Brooks. I've got three different styles in rotation right now (Adrenalines/PureCadence (favorite)/PureConnect). My feet are huge, so I have to wear men's sizes. As I've started moving toward their minimal-ish line, I've found that my legs are not happy when I go back to the Adrenalines, which have a much larger drop.Katehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06164119748164140223noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-38043932494918962212013-07-28T11:02:53.473-07:002013-07-28T11:02:53.473-07:00The Brooks Dyad isn't for pronation or supinat...The Brooks Dyad isn't for pronation or supination; it's for neutral runners, so it wouldn't be a corrective shoe at all. I wonder why your running store put you in them. (Also, how can you pronate and supinate? That's the first I've ever heard of that!)<br /><br />I always do a ton of research before even getting to the store; the employees are often trained at real running stores, but sometimes they're trying to move a certain shoe or brand. The bottom line decision is always how I feel in the shoe :o)Ali K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-5380074531540483642013-07-28T10:59:25.625-07:002013-07-28T10:59:25.625-07:00Someday I'll try Newtons...But any shoe that f...Someday I'll try Newtons...But any shoe that forces me to do a long break-in/learn-to-use-them-right period is kind of a deterrent for me!Ali K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-13719548873161986972013-07-28T07:58:00.402-07:002013-07-28T07:58:00.402-07:00When I first started running I wore the Nike Lunar...When I first started running I wore the Nike Lunarglides and I really loved them! A lot! Though I agree with Liz that the cushioning goes out fast. <br /><br />After reading about the pros of getting fitted at a specialty store I went over to my local one and was fitted for the Brooks Dyads. They said my foot both pronates and supinates and all of the stabilizing pods on the bottom of the Dyad would help correct this over time. I don't love the Dyad at all - it is very big and bulky compared to the Lunarglide. I would say it feels like wearing a big boat on your foot. I stuck it out with the Dyad to see if it would fix the foot rolling but I don't think it has at all. Maybe I haven't given it enough time (five months) but when I go get new sneakers next month I'm ditching the Dyads. <br /><br />I'm definitely going to try on the Adrenaline when I go next week to pick up new shoes!Kristina @ Blog About Runninghttp://www.blogaboutrunning.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-50903465269386968642013-07-28T03:17:42.864-07:002013-07-28T03:17:42.864-07:00Well you already know I'm a Newton lover I...Well you already know I'm a Newton lover I've really only tried newtons, brooks and asics. Love trying new shoes though!!!emma @ a mom runs this townhttp://amomrunsthistown.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-17623249838693735782013-07-27T21:49:26.580-07:002013-07-27T21:49:26.580-07:00If the cushioning is gone and you're feeling p...If the cushioning is gone and you're feeling pain or discomfort, you should get a new pair before your half. They're only going to get more worn down.<br /><br />I recommend going to a real running store, not a big athletic store, and having them help you find a pair. The LunarGlide is a stability/support shoe, but if they're wearing down quickly, maybe they're not the right fit for you.Ali K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-36468075334160497252013-07-27T21:46:53.372-07:002013-07-27T21:46:53.372-07:00I checked out the Ghost...they look like a step do...I checked out the Ghost...they look like a step down in support from the Adrenaline. They may be my next shoe to try, post-marathon!Ali K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-79754220912801281022013-07-27T21:46:13.004-07:002013-07-27T21:46:13.004-07:00I usually own one pair until they're caput, th...I usually own one pair until they're caput, then get a new one to replace the old. But I figured I'd be putting so many miles on shoes during training, I wanted to get a pair to rotate. (Plus, my Kayanos are really in need of replacement!)Ali K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15736472530374069410noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-52275523081663246522013-07-27T18:57:05.847-07:002013-07-27T18:57:05.847-07:00Ugh :( I hate when runs feel that icky - good call...Ugh :( I hate when runs feel that icky - good call to not keep going. Bleh! I hope you feel better!<br />I'm also a bit disappointed with my Nike Lunarglide 4's - I run on concrete as well, but I've put less than 120 miles on them and the cushioning is gone. I might try Brooks after my half! :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06395572166081926343noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-45552386351908294982013-07-27T18:00:41.987-07:002013-07-27T18:00:41.987-07:00I only wear brooks. Just because after years of tr...I only wear brooks. Just because after years of trying out different brands and loosing toenails, I found brooks was the only shoe for me that didn't cause pain. I only wear the ghost and resorted to buying the exact same pair online when mine get worn out. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10735589485864300096noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5417693555590736116.post-39300425122813648382013-07-27T17:47:26.340-07:002013-07-27T17:47:26.340-07:00I have always wore Nike and I honestly only have o...I have always wore Nike and I honestly only have one pair of running shoes! (Does this mean I am not a true runner? lol!) However, I really want to try a pair of Brooks sneakers!! I am thinking they will be a gift to myself after my second half :)Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04975156527926120864noreply@blogger.com