Calling all runners: Listen up!
Now, when it comes to selectingtherightkind of running shoes, Yeung also shares some pro tips.
He stresses to not corner yourself for the wrong reasons.
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“Don’t force yourself into a brand or style,” he says.
“If you’re married to one name (ex.
Nike, Adidas, ASICS, etc.
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), branch out.
Your perfect shoe might be a brand you’ve never bought before.
[And] don’t worry about style.
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I knowthis goes against every TV commercial, but your best running shoe might look plain.
Save the style for your casual kicks.”
In addition, you should look for shoes with a sturdy heel box.
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And lastly, Yeung recommends saving your shoe-shopping excursion for the end of the day.
Now, let’s get into some of the worst running shoes hurting your feet.
Running shoes that are too small.
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“It should feel comfortable, not like you oughta stretch it or ‘break it in.'”
A bruised toe or toes can also indicate your shoes are too short.
Running shoes that are too big.
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Blisters arise when there’s excessive friction between your feet and the inside of your shoes.
Even more uncomfortable side effects of wearing sneakers that are too big for you?
Metatarsalgia, calluses and corns, broken toenails, and greater susceptibility to falls.
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Running shoes that are too flexible.
Of course, you want your running shoes to be flexibleto an extent.
But too much of anything is usually not a good idea.
low arches, poor stability, etc.).
They offer no support and are too pliable."
Running shoes that have too much cushioning.
Another thing to beware of?
Running shoes with too much cushioning.
“Avoid those shoes where you’re walking on an inch of foam and cushioning,” Yeung says.
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Running shoes that cause you to slip.
Last but certainly not least, avoid running shoes that can cause you to slip.
