running shoe advice

[RickBomba]

Hey everybody!
Well, get ready for the new and improved Rickman...gonna start running again for the first time in like 15 years...just wondering if anybody here's got any advice on shoes.
Been nary a loooonnnggg time since I bought a pair; I feel like Unfrozen Caveman Lawyer!
Thanks,
Rick

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"The Hybrid Foyd Roman Diesel Electric Nike"

[Pete_G]

If you're flat footed make sure you find a shoe with plenty of arch support. And replace shoes often. I forget how often is recommended, but if the bottom of the show is really worn, it's long past dead.

I guess that's it for my running shoe knowledge and experience....

[Slingah]

buy a good quality shoe and replace the inserts with SPENCO inserts....makes all the diff......the inserts in even the better shoes s*ck......I even put them in my work sneakers....
If your on your feet all day Rick....do yourself the favor

[Rappin Mikey]

Your knees are to tweaked for running. Try hiking, or pick up mtn biking again.

[RickBomba]

Excuse me, Mr. Double Masters degrees...That would be too tweaked...believe me Mikey, they're great...gonna go for the first run tomorrow...Super Diet Ricky got the blood pressure way down and lost eight pounds in the last week!
See Ya Soon, Fatty Mikey!!!
Later,
Rick

[Striperhound]

After many years of inactivity, I did the same. My best experience has been with New Balance. You can get them at a #^&#^&#^&#^&s or Sports Authority. I am running 3-5 miles 3-4 times per week. At that pace, the best running shoes only last 6 months before they need to be replaced. The shoes still looks fine but loses its shock absorbtion ability. Alot of interesting reading in a publication called runners world, purchase it at any magazine shop or supermarket. Many times this magazine does write ups on sneaker comparisons for runners. That is how I stumbled onto new Balance running shoes. Good sneakers will make your feet much happier with the pounding running will cause on you body, but there is no better way to stay in shape and get a great cardiovascular workout.

[spence]

If you're going to run a lot I'd really suggest going to a good store that can help match the shoe to you're specific running style. Most of the top names are decent quality, but if you really want comfort (and happier running) you need a shoe that fits more than your foot.

-spence

[MoroneSaxatilis]

I used to love running, especially in spring along a course we have here that follows the beaches, and in winter on the indoor track at the local Y. The track has huge windows along one side that lets in the natural light. Alas, no matter what kind of shoe I used, I still had big problems with my knees, shins, and ankles. Started using the eliptical running machine at the Y instead. Exact same running motion with Zero impact.
Purchased our own eliptical this past Xmas. One o' the best toys we've ever bought ourselves.
Also picked up an Ab Lounge for good measure. Crunches have never been so efficient.

[chris L]

shoes ? freaking shoes cant help you ! get a bike and hike like mr double mint said . He is edumacated and knows more about books than your average fisherman . hes read big books with big words .
run jane run . see #^&#^&#^&#^& run . see #^&#^&#^&#^& chase jane see spot chase #^&#^&#^&#^&

stop drinking that fat beer and start drinking straight gin . If nothing else your kill your liver in 10 years but you wont be fat and you will always have the taste of pine in your mouth .


I dont like the running shoes made today . shock absorbers and wheels and lights . they look too spacey for this burn out .

Give me my pro keds high tops anyday . ( even my daughters like them )

[reelecstasy]

Forest Gump had Magic shoes, they could take him anywhere

[RickBomba]

Ok, when you see a bald man and a very, very, very hairy man staggering down the lane together in hi-top keds drinking a handle of Tanqueray, you all better look out...especially if it's two bald men and the aforementioned hairy man.
I'm on my way to the packy, then #^&#^&#^&#^&'s right after that!!! Chris, I'll meet you at Mohegan at 5!!!
LOL!!!!!!!
Rick

[Rappin Mikey]

Sorry, two tweaked.

[Steve K]

I have been running for the last 25 years and I recommend that you get the best shoes that you can afford. The brand/type of shoe you buy should depend on how you run. Do you pronate or suppronate? Do have high arches or no arches? I have been running in Asics forever and they fit me well. Check out RoadRunnerSprorts.com for a wealth of information. Once you find a brand that fits you well, stick with them.

[chris L]

Originally Posted by RickBomba

Chris, I'll meet you at Mohegan at 5!!!
LOL!!!!!!!
Rick

was there yesterday for a couple hours . today is another not so good adventure

[MAC]

Back when I was running every day I liked and wore the New Balance 990. Not sure what the model is now. That was quite a few years ago. They were about a "C" note. Replace them every 3 months or so depending upon your weight.

[Swimmer]

How about going to see doctor first and get a minor checkup to make sure everything is a o.k........Sounds like your going to hit it hard. Maybe you allready have seen the doc. Either way after 15 years I thought it might be appropriate.

[RickBomba]

Yup,
Had the full workup last Friday!!! Running is what she recommemded (I'm pretty solid up top, could just stand to lose some weight through good aerobic excercise.
Got the Air Max 360's, omigawd are they comfortable!!!
Gonna go out on the first mission in ten minutes.
Wish me luck.
Later,
Rick

[Bazza]

Rick, Just saw that you got a new pair of running shoes.

In the future you may want to cheak out Marathon Sports, there are several locations around.... they are a running specialty store, they will watch you walk, tell you what type of shoe you need , make some recomendations, and give you a few pairs to try on , and have you run with them outside on the side walk . A good idea to pay top $ for a quality pair.

You may also want to run on TRAILS to avoid injury.

Good Luck in your training

[chris L]

so rick goes running two days ago anyone heard if he made it home OK ? you forrest gump running mother footer. guy goes running and then you never hear from him again . YO ricky did you make it or are you still recovering ? you simmons you .

[Rappin Mikey]

Talked to him the other day. He told me lost ten pounds in the last week. I don't know how healthy that is, but he said he felt a lot better.

[MotoXcowboy]

newbalance

[MAC]

Originally Posted by chris L

so rick goes running two days ago anyone heard if he made it home OK ? you forrest gump running mother footer. guy goes running and then you never hear from him again . YO ricky did you make it or are you still recovering ? you simmons you .