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Choose Running Shoes
by Arch Height

Posted September 17th, 2007 at 11:00 AM by Martin Kennedy

Section: Running & Training, Injury & Rehab, Gear & Apparel, Running Shoes, Training Tips

running shoe store selection Check the height of your arches when you shop for new running or walking shoes. If you have high arches, you usually need shoes with good shock absorption. If you have low arches, you will probably benefit from shoes with good motion control (Gait & Posture, July 2007).

When you run, you land on the outside bottom of your foot and roll inward. This is called pronation, which helps to protect you from injury. If you landed on your foot and did not roll, the force of the impact would be transmitted up your leg to increase your chance of breaking bones and tearing muscles. However, as you roll in from the outside bottom to the inside bottom of your foot, you will see that your lower leg twists inward.

Excessive pronation twists your lower leg, which can cause stress fractures of the lower leg bones. It can cause knee pain because it forces your kneecap to rub against the bone of your upper leg. Excessive pronation can even twist your hip joint to cause pain in the hips and lower back.
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TFS Shoe Review:
New Balance 755

Posted May 21st, 2007 at 1:26 PM by Jessica Galvano

Section: Gear & Apparel, Running Shoes, Product Reviews, Special Features, TFS Reviews

Product: New Balance 755
Price: $85.00
Shoe Type: Neutral / Neutral Cushioning
Fit: True to size
Weight: 11.1 oz (Men), 9.0 oz (Women)
Pronation Factor: Neutral to Slight Over-Pronation
Best for: Runners with a medium to large build and medium to high arches

NB 755.jpg As the newest update to New Balance’s 750 series, the 755 remains committed to delivering lightweight cushioning for neutral runners. Our reviewers logged serious mileage with this model and reported positive results throughout nearly every stage of the evaluating process.

Almost an ounce lighter than its predecessor, the 755 boasts a significant weight reduction without sacrificing support or cushioning. Ample and evenly distributed shock absorption made these shoes an instant hit with wear-testers who noted a flexible and smooth overall ride.
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TFS Review: Brooks Radius 6

Posted December 17th, 2006 at 1:00 PM by Adam Jacobs

Section: Gear & Apparel, Running Shoes, Product Reviews, Special Features, TFS Reviews

This is the first of many shoe reviews that TFS will be publishing in the coming weeks. Check back often and feel free to send an email to thefinalsrpint@gmail.com with your feedback. Happy Holidays!

Product: Brooks Radius 6
Price: $85.00
Type: Neutral - Neutral Cushioned
Fit: True to size
Weight: 11.85 oz.
Pronation factor: Neutral to Slight Over-Pronation
Best for: Runners with medium to high arches and medium to large frames.

A solid choice for neutral pronators who like extra cushioning and some medial arch support. They will also appeal to slight over-pronators who enjoy a bit of additional support.

During our initial trials they seemed a bit too stiff, likely the result of the more supportive mesh upper, but don’t be scared away. After a few runs the majority of us began to really enjoy these puppies and found them to do very good job absorbing shock; making them an above average choice for those battling plantar fasciitis and/or minor joint pains.
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