Anyone know what happens over time if you're overpronated and wear supinated shoes, and vice versa?
In my experience, there are very few supinated shoes (in which the insole is actually molded to angle your foot, like a stability shoe but opposite). So really it's more of a question between stability shoes or neutral shoes.
To answer your question, depending on your level and time spent in the shoes, you have potential to develop a myriad of bodily issues like achy knees, hips, etc. The most immediate/acute issue would be feet that hurt like crazy after a short run.
In my experience, there are very few supinated shoes (in which the insole is actually molded to angle your foot, like a stability shoe but opposite). So really it's more of a question between stability shoes or neutral shoes.
To answer your question, depending on your level and time spent in the shoes, you have potential to develop a myriad of bodily issues like achy knees, hips, etc. The most immediate/acute issue would be feet that hurt like crazy after a short run.
Thanks for your in depth answer. If there are very few supinated shoes, what kind of shoes are people with underpronation suppose to wear?
Thanks for your in depth answer. If there are very few supinated shoes, what kind of shoes are people with underpronation suppose to wear?
I'm supinated, flat footed and also wide-foot (and low volume - for completeness haha). For the underpronator just steer away from shoes marketed as stability - instead, look for neutral shoes. The real answer to give you is that shoes are deeply individualized. Head on over to your local running store or Dick's and try on a few pairs. That's really the only way you're going to find a good shoe for yourself. Aside from stability/neutral, it's worth thinking about what kind of drop you want as well. The higher the drop (like 10-12mm) is standard, but many have been moving to a lower drop for a more 'natural' gait (0-4mm).
To provide a starting point, I am a big fan of Saucony Kinvara's (neutral shoe, 4mm drop in wide) and am considering in the Altra shoes (foot shaped shoe, 0 drop).
In addition, i've actually also purchased a supination insert for my insole that was recommended to me. It felt too weird for me (felt like it was tilting my fit back too hard, probably too aggressive of an angle), but something worth sharing for you to do more research on. I used the insert in a neutral shoe.
Lastly, If you are flat/wide footed like me, consider a 2E or even 4E shoe. I wear only 4E now and they're a dream in terms of comfort.
I'm supinated, flat footed and also wide-foot (and low volume - for completeness haha). For the underpronator just steer away from shoes marketed as stability - instead, look for neutral shoes. The real answer to give you is that shoes are deeply individualized. Head on over to your local running store or Dick's and try on a few pairs. That's really the only way you're going to find a good shoe for yourself. Aside from stability/neutral, it's worth thinking about what kind of drop you want as well. The higher the drop (like 10-12mm) is standard, but many have been moving to a lower drop for a more 'natural' gait (0-4mm).
To provide a starting point, I am a big fan of Saucony Kinvara's (neutral shoe, 4mm drop in wide) and am considering in the Altra shoes (foot shaped shoe, 0 drop).
In addition, i've actually also purchased a supination insert for my insole that was recommended to me. It felt too weird for me (felt like it was tilting my fit back too hard, probably too aggressive of an angle), but something worth sharing for you to do more research on. I used the insert in a neutral shoe.
Lastly, If you are flat/wide footed like me, consider a 2E or even 4E shoe. I wear only 4E now and they're a dream in terms of comfort.
Thanks again for sharing. I was looking online about supination and it's consistent to wear I wear out my shoes the fastest--the 4th metatarsal toe bone. It's the case on every type of shoe I wear. And it's also consistent with the exact same ankle, leg, knee, hip pain listed. Would you be ok with the shoes posted here? It says for overpronators and neutral.
Debating if these would be suitable for a week at Disney parks. Not racing, but hoping for less foot fatigue with a lighter shoe. These seem to be reviewed as stiff shoes, not sure if the lack of cushioning make them unsuitable for lengthy walking/standing.
98 Comments
Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.
To answer your question, depending on your level and time spent in the shoes, you have potential to develop a myriad of bodily issues like achy knees, hips, etc. The most immediate/acute issue would be feet that hurt like crazy after a short run.
To answer your question, depending on your level and time spent in the shoes, you have potential to develop a myriad of bodily issues like achy knees, hips, etc. The most immediate/acute issue would be feet that hurt like crazy after a short run.
To provide a starting point, I am a big fan of Saucony Kinvara's (neutral shoe, 4mm drop in wide) and am considering in the Altra shoes (foot shaped shoe, 0 drop).
In addition, i've actually also purchased a supination insert for my insole that was recommended to me. It felt too weird for me (felt like it was tilting my fit back too hard, probably too aggressive of an angle), but something worth sharing for you to do more research on. I used the insert in a neutral shoe.
Lastly, If you are flat/wide footed like me, consider a 2E or even 4E shoe. I wear only 4E now and they're a dream in terms of comfort.
To provide a starting point, I am a big fan of Saucony Kinvara's (neutral shoe, 4mm drop in wide) and am considering in the Altra shoes (foot shaped shoe, 0 drop).
In addition, i've actually also purchased a supination insert for my insole that was recommended to me. It felt too weird for me (felt like it was tilting my fit back too hard, probably too aggressive of an angle), but something worth sharing for you to do more research on. I used the insert in a neutral shoe.
Lastly, If you are flat/wide footed like me, consider a 2E or even 4E shoe. I wear only 4E now and they're a dream in terms of comfort.
Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.