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I started running just after christmas and have been fine with the old legs, just a few aches. But for the last fews weeks my legs have started to hurt a lot about 2k in. I did a 10k run the other night and could barely walk the next day, and the tops of my legs still hurt now.
Just wondered if it may be my shoes? They're Saucony - they still look fine but the right heel has worn down a fair bit (and its my right leg I have most trouble with). I'm doing a 6k and a 10k run each week (Mon and Wed nights).
Ta!
The NHS recommend the following:
The shoes’ shock absorbers weaken over time, increasing your risk of injury. It’s advisable to replace running shoes every 300 miles (482km).
Personally, i don't believe this could be accurate; there are far too many variables for anyone to state such an arbitrary figure. [url= http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/getting-started-guides/Pages/getting-started-running.aspx ]For reference.[/url]
In my (very limited) experience pain is more likely to be attributable to poor form or overindulgence. Perhaps take a week off from running, and then take it steady for another week.
Barefoot running shoes from the likes of Merrell. As long as they are mixed with good running technique; (balls of feet, not heels). They got rid of my knee pain.
Doubt the shoes are worn out from 10 miles a week in 4-5 months. Being barely able to walk suggests a problem elsewhere. Good luck!
There was a similar thread here recently where someone had suggested the problem may not be enough flexibility in the legs if you don't stretch often or even at all before running. I have a similar problem and it's the first thing I'm going to try once I'm back to running again
In the olden days, when I used to run, I was advised to change them once a year - or whenever the eva heel / sole started to get creases in them ...
But isn't it all about barefoot running now?
Erm, second pair of Salomon Sportcross's in less than a year 😯 I use mine in the local woods but getting there means a Tarmac route... Day is worn out maaaaan...
What Duffer said
But isn't it all about barefoot running now?
Rocks are too sharp round here for any of that silliness.
Hmm....can of worms.
I change mine when my calves start to hurt after running, which tends to be every 500km or so (cheap compared to riding - new road wheels and tyres this week).
On the other hand, I've been doing stretching sessions and foam rollering, and this has lengthened my stride and helped me with speed and pains.
Just my 2p as a regular runner.
If the right heel is worn down more than the left, you might find you are over-pronating? A visit to a good running shop for advice could be worthwhile, especially in the long term.
I'd say if the soles are worn down you definitely need new shoes, certainly when mine get old I start to get injured more - blisters, sore knees etc. Get some new shoes, alternate for the first two weeks then retire the old ones.
I change mine when my calves start to hurt after running, which tends to be every 500km or so
Me too.
Also, if they are showing wear they are probably worn.
i was always told replace them at about 500 miles.
Very hard to diagnose running injuries IMO, without specialist attention.
My recommendation:
Try and do your runs offroad
Rest up for a week and try again
If you're not stretching for 5-10 mins after every run and doing core strength/flexibility exercises then you're going to put yourself out of shape sooner or later. Get a coach or physio to give you a set
I have Superfeet insoles in all my cycling and running shoes. Blue ones for running are thinner than the green hiking boot ones. Replace the standard insoles with these - they provide a lot more support to your feet, and will last you for years, well beyond the life of the shoes
HTH