4 mm Heel Drop

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3 years ago 11/26/2020 5:54pm EST

I run pretty much exclusively run in 8 mm-10mm shoes.

What are some things I would need to consider if I wanted to try running in a low drop shoe like the Razor or Razor Elite (4 mm drop)?

Will I need to transition slowly to prevent injury?

Will my pace or efficiency be affected since I am not used to running in low drop? Will I eventually adjust?

Can I benefit from mixing in a low drop shoe in any way?

Should I not bother with lower drop shoes if my current higher drop shoes are working just fine for me?

3 years ago 11/26/2020 6:19pm EST

re: jvarunner

JVA Runner, don’t worry too much about the drop. You won’t notice the 4mm that much. Your shoe will actually feel a bit more stable than a 10mm (but that’s just my experience).

You might have sore calves after the first few runs but that’s about it. I train in a variety of drops. My speed day shoes are 6 and 8mm. Easy day shoes are 4mm and 10mm. Road race shoe is 10mm and trail is at 5mm. I lone to think the variety keeps my feet healthy.

3 years ago 11/27/2020 6:26pm EST

re: jvarunner

Go slow. Start with a warm up or an easy 30-45 minute jog. If your calves are sore, back off and give them time to adapt.

They require more from your calves and feet, but that’s probably why it’s good to work some into your rotation. Drop isn’t everything, and no drop is going to reduce injuries no matter what people say, but variety is good.

3 years ago 11/27/2020 6:31pm EST

re: jvarunner

jvarunner wrote:
Will I need to transition slowly to prevent injury?

No.

jvarunner wrote:
Will my pace or efficiency be affected since I am not used to running in low drop?

Probably not.

jvarunner wrote:
Will I eventually adjust?

You will almost immediately adjust.

jvarunner wrote:
Can I benefit from mixing in a low drop shoe in any way?

Not really.

jvarunner wrote:Should I not bother with lower drop shoes if my current higher drop shoes are working just fine for me?

Probably not.

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