Am I killing my feet? Do I need specific shoes for roadwork-

Discussion in 'Boxing Training' started by megavolt, Oct 24, 2011.


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  1. megavolt

    megavolt Constantly Shadowboxing Full Member

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    I've been doing my roadwork on my Air Force I's for quite a while now, I also have a pair of Jordans that I run with occasionally.

    I've been considering getting a new pair specifically for running, but is it necessary?
     
    megavolt, Oct 24, 2011
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  2. Muhammad Ali

    Muhammad Ali Member Full Member

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    it helps.. lighter shoes with more cushion and feet support
     
    Muhammad Ali, Oct 24, 2011
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  3. smithj1234jj

    smithj1234jj Guest

    i run in a pair of nike eqaulons and get new ones every 3 months cost a **** tonne tho
     
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  4. Hammer Muldoon

    Hammer Muldoon Active Member Full Member

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    If you run often, then you really should.
     
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  5. StillWill

    StillWill Dr. Eisenfaust Full Member

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    old school fighters used to run in army boots, but id recommend getting some proper running shoes - not only will it help your feet but your knees and other joints as well
     
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  6. KillSomething

    KillSomething Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    If you don't you're unquestionably a ruhtard.
     
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  7. #1Rounder

    #1Rounder Well-Known Member Full Member

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    I've been using the reebok zig tech for a few months now... I really like them...
     
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  8. lepinthehood

    lepinthehood When I'm drinking you leave me well alone banned Full Member

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    just bought some asics running trainers, because my old reebok classics were giving me blisters and shin pain they were about 5years old though.
     
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  9. superjatt

    superjatt New Member Full Member

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    My first pair of running shoes were the cheapest ones i could find at footlocker and my knees would be really sore afterwards. I went to a store selling only running shoes and the lady helped me pick out a pair that would be best for my feet and its helped a lot
     
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  10. death

    death Active Member Full Member

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    Pick up a pair of Nike Free Run +2's and never look back.
     
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  11. Scott-Robson

    Scott-Robson Active Member Full Member

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    I was running in the same Nike trainers for way longer than I should have been, now my shins are ****ed. Run in sensible footwear
     
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  12. bald_head_slick

    bald_head_slick Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    Guys kill me with this. Spend hundreds on jays/clothes for STYLING, but then won't spend crap on jays for doing stuff that will actually ruin their body. WTF?

    Man go buy yourself some New Balance. Get a good pair and you probably won't have to buy any more for a few YEARS depending on how much you run. New Balance 880, 1080, 1260, 1226 for pure runners. Since you are training in flats? Maybe go with 1011 XTRs. Whatever you do save the Force 1's and Jordans for stuntin'.

    Don't buy some Nike running shoes (or any of that other BS at the mall) because anyone who actually does distance? Doesn't run in Nikes unless they are sponsored.

    www.roadrunnersports.com
     
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  13. lilsoxo

    lilsoxo New Member Full Member

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    Shoes make a hell of a difference! I heard that you should replace your shoes every 350-550 miles (not sure how much of a big company marketing conspiracy that is though...)

    I'm pretty sure there's a science for these sorts of things. Shoes require lots of R&D to remain competitive.
     
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  14. megavolt

    megavolt Constantly Shadowboxing Full Member

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    Did my roadwork today in a pair of my brother's asics (he has the same foot size). Felt pretty good.

    What do you guys think of minimalist shoes, like the ones with zero drop and little to no cushion? Do they really promote good posture (thus reducing risk of injury)?
     
    megavolt, Oct 25, 2011
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  15. Little_Mac

    Little_Mac Active Member Full Member

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    Did roadwork like a beast when I first started, then I realized that it wasn't helping me much- in addtion to blowing out my knees.

    Switched to doing hill sprints and definitely noticed improvement in my endurance. Maybe try that.
     
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