I'm around 205lbs and a competitive runner but looking for the right shoe to support my weight as well as finding a shoe that is not too bulky to run in. I know the chances of that are probably slim. I am using the mizuno wave right now. The first ones i had were quite comfortable and didn't bother my back at all but seems like this new pair/ design of the mizuno wave (6 mths ago) are killing my lower back. What shoe has worked for you heavyweights? Suggestions?
I'm a fatty too (185lbs)
1 - lose weight I have from 230lbs (you'll lose time on pbs at the same time.) I 've gone from 40 min 10 k to <32 min in 15 months - as i lost the weight - need to lose more though
2 - Mizuno wave i found good
- Saucony Grid GT
well...i'm a solid runner, not much fat on me to begin with. I'd like to see 32's again on a consistant basis. Good luck w/ u
If you were a competitive runner and now packed on some pounds, it's obvious that you got married. My advise is to dump her. Women ruin your running career.
I HATE the Mizuno Wave. I also hate the Nike Air Triax. Those bigger heavier shoes seem to make the injuries come. I'm not a minimalist shoe guy, but I can't wear those super heavy shoes either. Gotta go somewhere in between. I'm not as heavy as you though.
You probably need a shoe with good stability (not too soft). But most importantly, go to a running shop and have your biomechanics evaluated. Many "big guy" shoes are motion control (Brooks Beast, NB 587/1122). The Wave Creation is essentially a stable cusioned shoe, but perhaps it is too soft. Asics currently offers some great shoes that are not so bulky or cumbersome, but the specific model should be determined by your biomechanics.
I have a normal arch in my foot and i think these newer mizuno waves feel bulky on my feet. What do you mean concerning a shoe being too soft? How does that cause injuries? I can't noticed a difference on the 'softness' aspect but my back tells me different and leaning towards shoes being the problem. Keep the suggestions coming. thanks
yea..i know what you mean. These bulky shoes make me feel like i'm running 10min/ mi. I usually go in between myself. My first pair of mizuno wave worked great so thought i'd have nothign to lose getting the newer design for upgrades. Unfortunately, it was for the worse
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Well I have always been about 180-195 and I have found the Nike pegasis to be a really good shoe same with the saucony grid trigon.
I'm 6'3" and 225 and I wore ASICS Tiger Paws for 11 miles today, including 4x 880 on the track. Avoid big heels! They force you to land harder and that's when your size gets the best of you. Feel the road and you'll run smoother and more efficiently, which means your legs will absorb the "shock" and you'll run stronger and less injured.
Is this the shoe you're refering to? This shoe comes up as a racing flat and is 8.0 oz.... seems a bit light for a training shoe? I'm looking for a training shoe that is durable to handle 30-40 miles a week and yet be easy on my back. I agree w/ you about the large heel creating a lot of pressure on on my back. This shoe comes up as a racing flat and is 8.0 oz.... seems a bit light for a training shoe? Thanks for the suggestions thus far and if you could, send a link of the shoe you're refering to as their are multiple 'mizuno wave mavericks' or 'nike air max'.. thanks!
was thinkin the same thing
I am an Adidas fan, these are light training shoes with a reasonable heal. I done about 500 miles in them and they are still good. I will probably put another 100 miles on them. When you first start running in them rotate with old shoes because your calfs will get stiff for the first month. They are great shoes and they are not soft.
I'm skinny
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i'm fat
do you think they should have awards to heavy runners?
sure....y not
yes