Hello Pinoy Runners worldwide!
Hello Pinoy Runners! I am “The Running Shoe Guru” I’ve been in the running shoe industry for the last 11 years! Currently, I own a Specialty Running Shop that was voted one of the best in Los Angeles! I Met BaldRunner in my store last month and started looking into what is going on in the Philippine running community.
I saw a number of running equipment related questions being ask in a lot of the running blogs. I just thought I open my own Blog to share my expertise on running equipments to all the Filipino runners out there worldwide and in the Philippines!
So here I am, throw me any technical questions about running shoes, apparel, accessories and even nutritional supplements! I am also exposed to all injury preventing devices in the running industry since we cater to Most of the Podiatrist, Physical Therapist, Sports Medicine Doctors and even Chiropractors in our Neighborhood!
Gotta Run,
The Running Shoe Guru
September 17, 2008 at 1:42 pm
joe, this is a nice running blog and i’ll include it in my blogroll so that my blogsite will be linked to yours. i’ll spread the news among the runners here in the Philippines about your blog. welcome to blogosphere!
September 17, 2008 at 3:32 pm
Sir Jovie, Maraming salamat po! I will also start saving some donated shoes for your program and I’ll just send it via Balikbayan Boxes. Any questions or if you need anything at all from this side of the world, let me know! Again, Maraming Salamat Po! Mabuhay ang mga Pinoy!
September 17, 2008 at 11:11 pm
Hi JOE “The Running Shoe Guru”
You’re most welcome! your expertise will be a huge impact to us please keeps on writing.
September 18, 2008 at 3:01 am
This will be a nice site for runners. Thanks for coming up with this one Joe. I’ll think up of my questions too.
I have added you in the blogroll at http://www.takbo.ph. Happy running and blogging.
September 18, 2008 at 5:24 am
good day sir joe. first, i’d like to thank you (and also sir jovie) for creating this blog. this would a be a great help for us here in manila (where shoe/apparel buys are primarily based on aesthetics rather than functionality… hehe.) i myself have a number of questions, but i’ll reserve them for later. again, thank you.
September 18, 2008 at 5:41 am
Oh, it would also help if you provide an email address or a page where they can throw the questions.
September 18, 2008 at 6:16 am
mabuhay po,
i have just read your blog thru baldrunner’s. you have a nice blog concept. i’m sure this will help a lot of pinoy runners worldwide. we will be able to learn the latest technology in running from your diverse knowledge in the shoe industry. i will also include your blog to my blogroll.
September 18, 2008 at 12:36 pm
Hey this is great. you make us proud. if i cant purchase the RUNNING shoe here in manila ill order it from yoU on line.
thank you – PATRICK CONCEPCION / RUNNIGSHIELD
http://runningshield.blogspot.com/
September 18, 2008 at 12:41 pm
Hey this is great. Congratulations. If i cant find the shoe here in manila ill order it on line in your store. Ive been having difficulty looking for the Nike tailwinds.
thank you
Patrick Concepcion
http://runningshield.blogspot.com/
September 18, 2008 at 12:43 pm
Hey this is great. Congratulations. If i cant find the shoe here locally ill order from you on line. Having difficulty finding the Nike – Tailwinds
thank you
Patrick Concepcion
http://runningshield.blogspot.com/
September 18, 2008 at 1:30 pm
Hello also and hope to learn more about running and running shoes from you!
September 19, 2008 at 6:53 am
Wow! This is overwhelming!:) Hahahaha! But don’t you guys worry, this is what I do everyday in my store!
Pasenya lang nang konti kasi mahina ang kalaban! I’m very new at this “Blog thing” I just found out seconds ago that you have to aprrove all the comments for it to show up in my blog! Hahaha!
Just a quick comment to everybody! I was checking Takbo.PH and was kinda surprised of the Brands of shoes that the Pinoys are wearing at home.
Here in the states, the top four brands based on the survey from Running Stores across the country! 1. Asics 33% 2. Brooks 24% and it’s a battle for 3rd between Saucony and Mizuno but both under 10% market share!
Surprising right?
I will try to give you guys more information on shoe technologies next time!
Hey Patrick,
I know the Tailwind is a neutral shoe! I do not carry Nike in my store for now but I might Give in to them soon because they have a really good apparel and track spikes line. I am suggesting that you look into their Vomeros, That is considered their best neutral shoe followed by the old but reliable Pegasus!
If you guys run with Nike, try to buy shoes under their Bowerman Series! This is their true running line and not the shocks or the frees!
Again, Thank you all for the support!
Mabuhay ang mga Pinoy Runners!
Gotta Run,
Joe
September 19, 2008 at 5:02 pm
I think a lot of runners here like the asics… it’s just a bit more expensive than the other brands. As for brooks and saucony, we don’t have them here… what we’re more exposed to are the nike’s, adidas, and new balance… congrats on the new blog!
September 19, 2008 at 7:30 pm
Hello Looneyrunner,
All running shoes are pretty much priced the same regardless of brand. Now the tricky part I guess is knowing which shoes are on the same category! ( This is when a Specialty Running Shop comes in)
I will try to explain this the shortest way for now! (Based on what brand you guys have there and what’s really popular here)
There are 3 standard category of running shoes!
1. Neutral (high arches)
* Adidas Supernova Cush/Response Cush
* Nike Air Pegasus
* New Balance 757
* Mizuno Wave Rider
- Asics Cumulus
- Brooks Defyance
- Saucony Ride
Next page…
September 19, 2008 at 7:38 pm
2. Stability (low to medium arches) $95 -$105
* Adidas Supernova Control
* Nike Air Structure Triax
* New Balance 768 & 859
* Mizuno Wave Inspire 4 & Alchemy 8
- Asics GT-2130
- Brooks Adrenaline GTS 8
- Saucony Guide & Omni 7
Next page…
September 19, 2008 at 8:29 pm
3. Motion Control (low arches or runners with a heavier frame 180lbs. or Higher) $90 -$100
* Adidas Calibrate (Discontinued I think?)
* Nike Air Stasis (Discontinued I think?)
* New Balance 1011($120) & 587
* Mizuno Wave Renegade ($120 They don’t have one under a hundred for this category)
- Asics Foundation 8
- Brooks Addiction 8
- Saucony Grid Satbil 6
I think this is a clear comparison of why running shoe prices should not vary a lot as long as you are looking at the same category regardless of brand.
The styles that I listed are all the standard running shoes regardless of category and designed to give runners at least 400-450 Miles. All should have a MSRP of $100 or less.
All the categories mentioned will always have higher end versions and this is the time prices will be more than $100 and could go up as high as $185 which is the Asics Gel Kinsei 2. ( This shoe is overrated if you would ask me for a high end neutral shoeand the Asics Nimbus 10 has a better track record and you pay $60 less)
I think I’ve gone too far on this! I will give you guys the breakdown of the High end and price point categories next time.
I hope that all this informations will help some of my fellow Pinoy runners!
Keep the questions and I will try my best to answer it accordingly.
Mabuhay!
Gotta Run,
Joe
September 19, 2008 at 9:29 pm
Very nice! Specialty running shop run by a pinoy. I dont even know if there a similar store in manila. More power to you!
September 20, 2008 at 8:49 am
Where is your store? I live in LA and want to visit your store.
September 20, 2008 at 12:53 pm
This Rocks! A Running Shoe (Pinoy) Guru for a running enthusiast. Thanks for putting up this site Sir Joe. I hope you can also help me out with some inquiries…… It seems most who replied here are from “Happy Feet”. You might be interested in joining our yahoogroup Sir Joe… More power to you & have a safe run.
September 20, 2008 at 2:00 pm
It’s good to know that there is someone like you. Keep it up!
September 21, 2008 at 12:51 am
Hi Joe. Great that you stated a blog on this subject. Hopefully, those out there can have their questions answered. A number of bloggers know me as SFrunner and I work at New Balance up in San Francisco. Next year, I’ll likely run the Los Angeles Marathon. Will try to stop by your store.
Take care and will hopefully see you soon! – Wayne (aka sfrunner)
September 21, 2008 at 3:09 am
Hey Guys,
Just wanted to add this to my last comment that the prices for neutral running shoes averages from $80-$95. I tried editing my mistake but still can not figure out how to!
Thank you so much to everyone for reading my blog and comments!
Hey George, the store is located near Griffith Park! We are on los feliz in front of the little par 3 golf course. You could check us at arunnerscircle.com. and looking forward to help a kapwa pinoy! The Gawad Kalinga group had a long run at the park today and they we’re all training for the Long Beach Int’l Marathon!
Dear Deldude, can you pls. email me the information of you group to arunnerscircle@yahoo.com. If you could also give my some instructions on how to since I am not as computer savy.
Hello Sfrunner, it’s always nice to meet kapwa pinoys in the running industry! I felt I needed to do this to help the Pinoys back home. Most mistake runners would do I guess is buying to much of a shoe for what they do and end up spending so much money. Perfect example would be buying a NB 1224 instead of an 859 or even 768 and you do 10-15 miles per week and just do 5/10K’s right?
I do running shoe clinics to a lot of running clubs, I might as well share that here to and help my Kababayans! I’ll see you then Wayne and goodluck with your training coz LA Marathon is a tough cookie to crack!
Again, Thank you guys for the support and lending me your eyes!
My next post will be about the Asics’s top seller the last 10 years, the Gel GT-2100 series!
Mabuhay!
Gotta Run,
The Running Shoe Guru
September 21, 2008 at 11:24 am
Hi, Running Shoe Guru! Thanks for putting up this very helpful site.
May I please ask a general question: What shoes would you recommend for a 117-lb female who runs 1-2 hours on hard pavement about 4 times a week? I’m new to this business of choosing a good pair of running shoes. I don’t even know which brand is best. I find the choices in the malls to be overwhelming, given my untrained eye. I need a new pair and I’m clueless!
Thanks in advance
Salaam–peace to you!
September 21, 2008 at 3:34 pm
Hey MJ M,
First and foremost, you have to know what catergory you fall into! Maybe do the water test to check your footprint! Please check my previous comments on different type of shoes and arches and see where you belong.
There is a big chance that you might end up in the stability category since having a very high arch and you rolling out(Supination) is only around 15% of the running market. One more thing that safe with the stability category is once you start tiring out and losing your form while running, that is the time when the shoe takes over and guide your gait accordingly!
It would be best if you give be me your running stats! Race/Training Pace?, What surface?, What event are you training for? and history of injuries too! Pains on Hips, Knee (Lateral/Medial, Above or Below) Shin splints and Arch pain or even losing toenails!
Rule of thumb when buying a running shoe, give yourself a thumbnail space upfront since your feet will swell up when you run!
Hope this help you! If you have more questions, feel free to ask!
Mabuhay!
Gotta run,
TRSG
September 21, 2008 at 11:56 pm
Hi Sir Joe!
Glad to have checked your blog site as promoted by takbo.ph and Baldrunner. I’ll be a frequent visitor sir Joe. This is just my first visit and I learned a lot from you already.
Mabuhay ka! ~ Jaimie D
September 22, 2008 at 2:40 am
Hello Jaimie D,
You are the reason why I am here! Thank you for lending me your eyes. Did you know that there is a big club here in the states that’s named Moms in Motion? Check this out http://www.momsinmotion.com they are an amazing group and I personally help the team that trains near our store.
More power to your running!
Mabuhay!
Gotta Run,
Joe
September 23, 2008 at 2:17 am
Hi Joe!
Thanks for sharing with us runners your knowledge on running shoes! Anyway, I hope you don’t mind if I make an inquiry. I’ve been training for the past weeks and have shifted from heel striker to forefoot striker. Lately, I’m in pain because of blisters forming on the ball of my foot. Do you have any recommendations as to how to prolong my runs and to avoid forming blisters? Do you have any shoe recommendations?
Thanks sir!
Keep it up!
September 23, 2008 at 4:19 am
Hi again, Running Guru!
I took your advice and did the wet test. Found out I have normal/medium arches, so I do belong to the stability group. My average pace is 7′40″ per km. I just started running seriously, about a month ago, and I ran in my first official 10k race last Sunday. I haven’t bought a new pair of shoes since I started running; I just used what I already had in my closet, an Adidas adiPRENE. So I do believe I need to buy proper running shoes.
I’ll be running mostly on flat pavement. I’m not really training for any particular race, but I intend to run at least 4 times each week. My farthest so far is 12.5km, and I probably average 9-10 km per run. I’ve had no injuries so far (thank goodness!), just sore legs afterwards.
So, which shoes would you recommend please? Not the too-expensive kind, I hope.
Thanks for all your help
September 23, 2008 at 5:53 am
Hello mickymac, Are you shifting to the Chi Running technique? or just trying to run faster? It’s a new and more scientific way of running! 1st I guess is you have to do the adjustment slowly since you might aggravate your calves or even your achilles tendon. How far are you trying to run? Blisters on the metatarsal area, Try some coolmax socks from any brand to take away friction since it keeps your feet dry. See if you could find a double layer socks from Wrightsock, if it’s not available there then just use 2 thin coolmax(Polyester)socks instead! Bodyglide is also a good way to lubricate it and avoid friction. Again, if it’s not available you could just use vaseline before you put your socks on of course.
As you would observe, I did not recommend any shoe because your problem is not shoe related. Blister related problems caused by the shoes are normally on the Arch area, sides of the big/pinky toes, ankle bone and around the heel counter(Achilles area).
If you are planning to buy a shoe and want to stick with the forefoot striking, my shoe recommendation will be a neutral shoe because you need all the flexiblity from the shoe. Buying a stability shoe for a toe striker is pointless even if you pronate since you’re landing point is beyond the corrective feetures of the shoe. Correction or support are usually located towards the medial(Inside) part of your feet between the arch and your heel. They are usually painted gray unless you are using mizuno and they use wave plates.
Goodluck and Mabuhay!
Gotta Run,
TRSG
September 23, 2008 at 6:46 am
Hey MJ M,
That’s great news! If you were flat footed, our options will be way less. I had researched some stability shoes for you with the cost of the shoes in mind.
Shoes available in the Philippines: New Balance 740 or 718(I’m not sure if it still exist), Mizuno Wave Nexus, Adidas Response Control 7 and Nike Air Structure Triax. All are under $85 except for Nike which is a higher mileage shoe(450 MILES) at $95
Available here in the states: Asics Gel 1130, Brooks Axiom both at $80 and Saucony Progrid Guide at $90.
The shoes I mentioned are all great deals for the price you are gonna pay. They are all designed to give you at least 400 miles and with the way you are training, 4 to 5 months so make sure you only use this when you’re running.
Never kick around with your shoes because that is the biggest mistake you can do if you are trying to save money. Kick around with the shoe if you are done running with them. On an average(conservative estimate) you are putting at least 4 miles per hour that you kick around in the shoes. Those are miles that you could have used to protect yourself from the hard pounding and vibration that you create when you are running.
Before I go, you have mentioned sore legs? Always take protein supplements after you run(recomended between 15 to 45 minutes after a hard run). This is to prevent lactic acid build up which causes soreness! A good massage could also do the trick! (Sportstick is my best friend)
Hope this will help you find your shoes!
Goodluck with your running, Mabuhay!
Gotta Run,
Joe
September 23, 2008 at 11:02 am
Thank you so very much, Running Shoe Guru. You are most kind. I will look for the shoes you recommend.
September 23, 2008 at 2:30 pm
Hi Joe, thanks so much for the info. I’m not into the Chi technique, I just tried experimenting on the way I run and after doing some research I found that forefoot strike is more efficient for me. After trying it, I felt no pain on my knees and it did made me run faster!
I have a Mizuno Wave Inspire 4 which I bought a month ago and a NB 902 which I bought on sale here a few months back. I just bought a few pairs of RBK running socks, I’ll see if this one will work for me.
Thanks so much sir!
September 24, 2008 at 12:41 am
Hey mickymac,
The running shoes that you have are both good shoes(lightweight trainers like the Wave Elixir 3) under 10 oz. Very flexible and the good thing is you still get some support just in case you lose your running form when you tire out!
Hope you don’t mind me asking, how much is a Wave inspire 4 in the Philippines? I sell that shoe in my store for $95 which is MSRP!
Goodluck!
Gotta Run,
TRSG
September 26, 2008 at 10:48 am
Hi Joe. This is great! You are doing a great service extending your expertise to us here in Manila.
Only found out about your blog today and boy, do I have an inquiry!
I hope you can advise me…..my left foot underpronates as the outer soles wear down along the outer edges at the back of the shoe. My right foot seems to be normal.
From what I understand, underpronators are normally those with high arches, and overpronators are those with low arches. However, my left foot is a low arch type, and yet I underpronate. This is where the confusion is. I did the normal wet test and also did a test at a local Mizuno store and it confirmed that my left foot is low arched. My right foot is medium arched and I don’t see any over or under pronation signs.
My current shoe is an Asics Nimbus 9, which I am very happy with. There is however, excessive wear on the outer edge at the back of my left shoe.
I recently received as a gift a Mizuno Wave Nirvana 3. However, my understanding of the Nirvana is that it is for low arched feet, for overpronators.
I asked Mizuno about my contradicting situation…low arch but under pronator…and they said that Mizuno concentrates on the arch type and not on whether I over or underpronate. Thus, they said the Nirvanas should work well for me as I am low arched.
I am 44 y/o, male, and runs about 40-50km per week. Will be doing my first half marathon in 2 weeks time. Need your advise if the Nirvana is the right shoe for me.
Thanks and Mabuhay!
Matt
September 28, 2008 at 6:34 am
Hey Matt,
The Mizuno Wave Creation is the equivalent version of the Asics Gel Nimbus. They are both consideredn to be a neutral but high mileage shoe and normally sells for $120.
Supination is the term used if you stay on the outside of your gait or roll out. Pronation is the rolling in motion of your arch or ankle. Wearing the shoes on the outside of your sole by the heel is normal for both supinators or pronators.
If you’re a heel striker, it would be impossible for you to even try to land on the inside part of your heel because your knees are gonna hit each other first. But again, somebody out there might, right? That would be something I would love to see.
Anyway, to really determine your foot category. The best way to do this is stand in-front of a mirror, 1st step is stand on one leg! see if you pronate or supinate? If still not sure, bend down from the leg you are standing on(Mimicking your impact position while running) If you see any inside(medial)lateral movement then you need support and your Nirvana would work. If there are no movements at all, then stick with the category that was working for you which is high end neutral shoes.
Your asics Nimbus 9 or 10 is the most proven High end/mileage shoes in the neautral category and I personally consider that as the best neutral shoe you could get over $100. Even better than the Kinsei 1 or 2 which sell for $165 & $185 respectively!
Hope this answers your question and goodluck with your 1/2 Marathon!
Gotta Run,
TRSG
September 30, 2008 at 12:47 am
joe, i have a nike bowerman and an asics nimbus i
bought just a month apart last year.
ive taken to running w my asics since then. but guess
what, my nike’s soles have peeled off last month and
taken to a Mr. Quickie for repairs, with maybe less
than 1/4 the mileage of my asics!
i agree, my nimbus is high-mileage by now, well-worn
but still going strong.
September 30, 2008 at 4:20 am
Hey backpacker,
Do you have the Nike Air Pegasus or Vomero? The Vomero is the Nike equivalent to the Nimbus but again, hands down more superior in mileage against the Nike. The Asics AHAR(Asics Highly Abrasive Rubber) is the best in the market for durability based on my personal experience.
“Technical Information for everyone” The rubber that they use on the outer part of your running shoes by your heel(Impact Area) is always 6-7 times more durable compared to the rubber (outsole) they use in the entire shoes. Mostly made out of Carbonized rubber while forefoot area is made out of blown rubber to make it lighter in weight.
Mabuhay and keep the questions coming!
Gotta Run,
Joe
September 30, 2008 at 7:42 am
that bowerman pair is my first (and last) nike
running shoe, made in china siguro. ive been
an asics believer ever since i saw that 30-foot
egg-drop demo on an asics gel mat on the
Discovery Channel… amazing egg! (haha)
salamat joe! very informative… ur every post
may natututuhan kami. thanks!
September 30, 2008 at 7:49 am
Hi Joe, My three training shoes are scheduled for replacement. They have all gone 650 to 800 kms already. They are the Wave rider 8, Pegasus and the Kayano. I bought a Nike Air zoom elite, was this a mistake? It was dirt cheap at Usd 60. I was thinking of trying a new pair like the Wave Precision, the Addidas Super Nova Cushion or the Saucony Jazz or i just might stick to the old reliable like th Pegasus and Kayano? What do you think?
September 30, 2008 at 8:39 am
Dear Joe,
Thanks for your tips on figuring out my foot category. I tried it and no inside lateral movement so I’ll stick with my original Nimbus category.
You’ve been a great help. Your other replies to the other runners on this blog have been very informative.
More power to you, your store and to this blog.
Mabuhay!
Matt
September 30, 2008 at 2:52 pm
Hi backpacker,
Walang anuman yun!
FYI, all running shoes in the US now are made in China except for New Balance! I think only the shoes the retail above $95 are made/assembled here in the states. I will ask sfrunner or our Balance Rep. about this.to confirm.
Lesson here I guess is Made in China shoes are not badly made for this types of running shoes. Maybe the $25 knock-offs are which they sell at Payless or Big 5. The Kinsei 2 at $185 is made in china believe it or not.
By the way, how do you guys put a smiley on you comments? I do not see that option when I reply to you guys. Sorry but I am bad with computers! Hahaha!
Keep on blogging kid!
Mabuhay ka!
Gotta Run,
TRSG
September 30, 2008 at 3:23 pm
Hello m8parco,
All the shoes that you mentioned are all neutral running shoes except for the Asics Gel Kayano. You have to be careful of this shoe if you do not need any support at all. The Kayano is considered to be a very strong corrective shoes, Runner’s World use to put this shoe under the motion control category.
If you really are a neutral runner with a high arch or maybe been running for a while(experienced runners have a more consistent/efficient gait pattern) here are your options!
400-450 milers
Asics Cumulus 10, Nike Pegasus, Brooks Defyance, Saucony Ride, Mizuno Wave Rider 11 and the New Balance 757
500-550 milers
Asics Nimbus 10, Nike Vomero, New Balance 1062, Saucony Triumph 3, Mizuno Wave Creation and the Brooks Glycerin 6
Higher mileage shoes of course will be a little bit heavier. Hope this will help you find the right shoe and stay injury free.
Mabuhay!
Gotta Run,
TRSG
October 1, 2008 at 12:09 am
Dear Joe,
Thank you for the list. Yes, I have been running for some time and but somehow I lost my way. Now I’m back and training consistently when I’m not injured. I’ve been remiss in my stretching and now I have a tight hamstring, IT Band and plantar fasciitis all in my left leg. But I am slowly getting better.
Salamat ulit!!! Mark
October 1, 2008 at 4:51 pm
Hey mark,
I am concerned with you IT band and Flantar Fasciitis issues. It could be caused by allignment issues by being in the wrong shoes. Try to scroll down on my blog and do the test and see if there are Arch, Ankle and even excessive lateral pronation of you knee.
Are your arches still hurting in the morning when you take your first few steps? For your IT band, there is an IT band strap that you could buy and it goes above your knee.(pretty sure you know this now) check this website and you could find some remedy http://www.tandemsport.com Protec is the brand that carries all the devices you will need to prevent further damage.
Now that you mentioned your injuries, the Asics Kayano might me a better shoe for you then since it falls in the stability category. Check your gait pattern and let me know!
Goodluck with your injuries, Mabuhay!
Gotta Run,
Joe
October 2, 2008 at 9:48 pm
hi sir joe!
i have a relatively low arch but the wear of my shoe is on the outside (pinkie side) part of the sole. am i a pronator or a supinator? i have used support shoes (adidas control series, brooks trance, asics kayano) for more than a year now and they work fine. i run in neutral shoes (nike pegasus t/c, elite) once in a while and still they are ok (except for the cushioning, maybe). i am very much confused.
hope you can shed some light.
thank you,
ronald
October 3, 2008 at 1:37 am
Hi Joe,
I checked and even bended my legs as recommended but there was not much lateral movement. Maybe I need to get an expert to have a look. But I do notice then when I run slow I land on my heel and tend to pronate. When I run faster I my feet tend to land flat. Fast is at least 5:00 or 5:30 per Km). In the past… 15 years ago I would concentrate on running fast but now I tend to build mileage. By the way I had an ACL on my right knee 15 years ago. My mileage is around 50-70Kms a week. I try to do 2 long runs a week. I usually run on concrete (i know, I know but the streets in the vilalge are made of concrete) and every now and then i run on grass or on the treadmill.
Regards Mark
October 3, 2008 at 4:56 am
Hello Ronald,
Are your calves muscular? Looks like you strike upfront! If you’re a toe striker, it would hardly matter since you are pretty much landing infront of the corrective posting of the shoe.(normally located on the medial side of the shoe towardss the heel area lined up with your tibia or under the calcaneus notch)
I think that is the reason why both categories are working and wearing on the lateral front side of the shoe or by the pinky finger.
The problem that I see is the lack of power on your toe-off because what is ideal is rolling of towards middle to your big toe and not on the pinky side.
Let me know if you land upfront, OK!
Gotta Run,
TRSG
October 3, 2008 at 10:53 am
sir joe,
my calves are not that muscular. i’m a heel striker but i’m trying to become a midfoot striker. i have short strides but focus on faster turn over. little wear can be found on the inner (arch) side and front (toe) area of the sole.
maraming salamat po!
ronald
October 6, 2008 at 2:40 am
Hello sir,
Question po, I use a Nike Air Pegasus Bowerman series. I think I’m using the wrong shoe coz I’m low arched. Would those New Balance motion control insoles work or do I need to buy a new shoe for 15km long runs?
Thanks
October 6, 2008 at 5:45 am
Hey Bong z,
Yes, the Pegasus is a shoe designed for runners with high arches or maybe lighter in weight plus a very accomplished runner.
You could buy an insert to give yourself some support! The motion Control orthotic is OK but not great. Superfeet or Powerstep(Pinnacle) is better. The problem with trying to correct a wrong shoe is that the “Last” of a pegasus is considered curve and you might need a a semi-curve. If you are flat, you might need a straight lasted shoe which is in the motion control category.
The Nike Air Structure Triax is a better shoe for you. If your arches are really low, you might consider the Nike Air Equalon.
Hope this helps you and scroll down to my previous comments so you could check the different categories.
Mabuhay!
Gotta Run,
TRSG
October 6, 2008 at 5:51 am
Hello Ronald,
Sorry I did not get to reply to your follow-up question sooner!
Well it’s good that you stay on the outside since that is your safer side. Your Q angle(Knee Angle) at impact is always more efficient that way.
Draw back, you have to change your shoes more often! I would estimate around 350-400 miles on an Asics Cumulus and add 100 if it’s the Nimbus.
Ciao for now!
Gotta Run,
TRSG
October 11, 2008 at 12:50 pm
Hello Sir
Read your entry on BR website. Thanks for the support. Yes sir, Nikki was my student, i remember her because she was smart and never gave me any problems in class. Hope we can talk via email, since Nikki told me about you and some of your plans about running. We are conducting every month a free running aid seminar, maybe you can help us in so many ways. Your insights and experience would be beneficial to the running community here. Thanks for the reply on BR website, i was humbled by your comments. Hope you can email me sir at pinoyultrarunners@yahoo.com or njmanaois@yahoo.com.
October 14, 2008 at 1:48 am
Hi TRSG,
I plan to replace my Adidas Adizero CS since after two 21k races my feet seem to have expanded and as a result I’ve been getting bruising under the toenails (big toe on first 21k and pointer on 2nd – right foot) and blistering. My current shoes are a 9D and are a lot slimmer than my previous NB 825s which were a size 9EE. Could you recommend a new pair? I have a neutral arch, normally run 5-10k 2-3x a week and plan to do several more 10-21ks before I try out for the big 42 next year. I’m a bit inclined to go back to New Balance (maybe the 903?) since here in the Phils. they have sizes with wider toeboxes (EE) vs Adidas, which I’ve only found in D. I’m not too familiar with the other brands’ models that are available locally such as Mizuno and Asics. Besides, they seem more expensive here compared to NB and Adidas which often go on sale. Hehe. Thanks in advance.
October 14, 2008 at 6:36 am
Hello Ivan,
At first I thought you were using the Adizero Pro at 6.4 ounces! That’s a no no for a half marathon. One of my elite runner used that shoe and did 1hr 11 mins but was hurting for 2 weeks. The CS should be OK for that distance but I was wondering what part of your foot had blisters?
It is almost impossible to find Lightweight Trainers in a 2E(wide) width and you are right, only New Balance might make it! The 903 is a corrective Lightweight Trainer. Always been a good shoes, maybe get a half size bigger shoes to give yourself some room when your feet swells up. What was your time and pace? With Mizuno, try the Wave Elixir 3 or if you could find the Asics Gel-DS Trainer 13 is one of the best. I saw our National Team wearing Avia, Maybe you could look for the Avi Lite 2 again is in the same category of all the shoes I mentioned.
Goodluck and keep me posted on your progress!
Mabuhay!
Gotta Run,
TRSG
October 22, 2008 at 12:41 pm
hi joe,
i’m a big runner and has recovered well from plantar fascitiis, i’m using stability shoes right now (saucony guide and mizuno wave nexus). i’m not flatfooted, got injured before from over mileage & using the wrong shoe type. here’s my question, i’m a heel striker and trying to shift to midfoot, once i get used to it, is it ok to go back to neutral cushion shoes? thanks in advance…
bobby
October 23, 2008 at 6:10 am
How big is big? If you way more than 180lbs. you might need to consider a Motion Control shoes(Brooks Beast, best in the market or New Balance 1011 which is available there). Other option you have is to stay with a stability shoe but customize it with replacing the original insert with a corrective over the counter orthotic(Superfeet, Powerstep etc.) With doing this approach, you are making your shoes more supportive but not sacrificing the feel and weight of the shoe. When your gonna buy new running shoes, I would suggest that you go up to the Mizuno Wave Alchemy 8 or Saucony Omni 7 if you want to stick with the brands that you have now.
Definitely avoid walking around barefoot so you do not aggrevate your Plantar Facia Tendon.
Hope this will help you find the correct running shoes so you could run safe!
Gotta Run,
TRSG
October 25, 2008 at 5:43 am
Hi joe, is adidas response cushion 17 a stability shoe? or should i choose adidas response control 7 over the response cushion 17?
i have low to medium arch and weigh more or less 170kg and walk/jog, still starting from running
October 25, 2008 at 6:15 am
Hey Ratchet,
You mean pounds right? Control is better because it’s corrective. Once you put your weight on this type of shoe, your arch gets framed and even gets pushed outwards to maitain a more neutral Q-Angle(Knee allignment).
Supernova is a better version of the response and the price difference is only around $5.00 to 10.00. The best version they have for this category is the Adistar Control.
Goodluck in finding your running shoes! Just shoot me a question anytime.
Gotta Run,
TRSG
October 25, 2008 at 6:56 am
Oops.. sorry for that mistake, 170-/+lbs pala
Thanks for the quick reply chief. 
November 5, 2008 at 4:08 pm
Hi joe,
I was researching for the Adistar control shoe that you mentioned above.. however, when i visited http://zeta.zappos.com/product/7367628/color/124502 it says that the adistar control was for the excessive over-pronator, i also found the adistar control (ride w) which is for neutral to under-pronator, is the ride w appropriate for my running?
thanks a lot
November 5, 2008 at 10:42 pm
Hey Ratchet,
I will still recommend the control over the Ride(Cush). Corrective shoes are always safer to run with especially if you are new in the sport. The shoe will only correct when you go off your allignment.
Goodluck!
Gotta Run,
TRSG
November 6, 2008 at 1:30 am
Thanks TRSG! Will be looking for a good shoe this weekend
November 16, 2008 at 2:58 pm
I am intending to buy the Mizuno Wave Creation 8. Can anyone here give feedback about this shoe?
Thanks
November 21, 2008 at 7:47 am
Hello Christian,
My apologies for the late reply! I been traveling lately and not had the chance to check out my site.
Mizuno Wave Creation 8, well well! It is a high mileage neutral shoes designed to give you maximum cushion. You need to have high arches to enjoy this shoes and maybe 145lbs. or higher to get the feel that you want.
Downside is the price, I think it’s a rip-off to pay 130usd for a neutral shoe if the Wave Rider 11 which is considered below the Wave Creation performs better and is more popular.
Asics Nimbus 10, New Balance 1063, Saucony Triumph 5, Brooks Glycerin 6, Adidas Adistar Cush and the Nike Vomero are the equivalent running shoes in the market that you want to compare it with.
Happy Hunting!
Mabuhay!
Gotta Run,
TRSG
December 7, 2008 at 3:23 pm
Thanks, first and foremost.
I came across your blog just today from BaldRunner’s site, and I’ve learned a lot from it! =)
I’ve just recently taken up running (~4 months). I’m already planning on getting my 2nd pair of running shoes as the soles of my Nike Air Alaris needs gluing about once a week with only 400 km of mileage (so much for the durability of Nikes).
I started out as a heel striker (at a 6:00 min/km pace), but recently I’m finding myself becoming a midfoot striker during the middle of my long runs as my pace increased to 5:30 – 5:15 min/km.
I’m 176 lbs in a 6′1” frame. I run 40 – 50 km/week, longest run of 16 km, mostly on asphalt and conrete. A gait analysis done 3 weeks ago revealed a “normal” foot roll, and the New Balance technician recommended Stability shoes.
I’m targetting to run a sub-2-hour half marathon by February 2009. Asics shoes are hard to find, and I think I’m giving up on Nikes. I was planning to buy either a New Balance 1224 or 859 as training shoes.
Any recommendations or advice? Thanks again!
eric db.
P.S. I hope you can open a store in the Philippines. =)
December 10, 2008 at 7:22 pm
Hello Eric,
Sorry for the late reply! Crazy running events here on my side right now. Okay, Those are two good shoes from new balance that would be great for the type of runner you are. You could even look into their 769 if you want a lighter shoe since you mentioned that you are trying to run a little bit faster.
Other brands to consider in Manila I would say is Mizuno and Adidas. Mizuno Wave Nirvana(High Mileage $140.00), Wave Alchemy($100.00), Adidas Adistar Control(High Mileage $140.00) and their Adidas Supernova Control($100.00).
If there is a chance you could access some shoes from here(US) look into the Asics Kayano 15, Brooks Trance 8 and Saucony Hurricane 10. All the shoes I mentioned are in the stability category and they are designed to help and guide your gait!
Let me know if you have more questions, OK?
You could also visit me at my store’s website which is http://www.arunnerscircle.com
Goodluck and thank you for visiting my Blogsite!
Gotta Run,
TRSG
March 1, 2009 at 3:10 pm
hi joe,
i currently run using the NB1062. i’m planning to buy a new pair of shoes and i’m considering the asics nimbus 10 or the mizuno wave rider 12. i ‘ve tried the shoes in the stores and found the asics very soft and cushioned and the mizuno kinda stiff. which one do you think i should choose? i’m 5′7 165lbs i’m running 10-15 km/week usual 6 min pace. i’m currently training for a 10k race. i’m mid to high arch but i tend to underpronate. it’ll be great if you can help me decide.
thank you and God bless
jeff
March 25, 2009 at 8:57 pm
Hello Jeff,
I guess the million dollar question is, Did the 1062 work for you? If you go down to the rider, you are definitely losing cushion compared to what your shoes are giving you now. Nimbus is the Asics version of your 1062 and a sells better but every runner is different! I would suggest that you go for the new version of your shoes which is the 1063. Definitely a better version than the old one and should give you more feel.
Let me know if you have more questions.
Gotta Run,
TRSG
March 5, 2009 at 5:04 am
Hey there
Please help! I’ve just started running in 08 and i have grown to love it, unfortunately my left foot hurts just from walking. Out of all the injuries and abnormalities that i have, it’s my left heel that’s killing me. I’ve been treated for plantar fasciitis (steroid injections and physical therapy) and have recently been diagnosed with 2 heel spurs. I’m currently with my Addidas someting# Formotion runners, and i replace the insoles with over-the-counter arch supports- at the moment New Balance are in them- and i’ve also put in LP heel impact rubber cushions. And i’m re-learning how to run by altering my whole form and cadence. After all of that- it still hurts… Help please???
Thanks yous,
Carmel
March 5, 2009 at 5:13 am
Oh i forgot to mention that most of these problems are because of the form of my feet. i’m flat footed, but the left arch collapsed two years ago, maybe from too much pounding… And i’m female with big feet, so i shop at the mens section… thanks again!
March 25, 2009 at 8:43 pm
Hello Carmel,
Sorry for the late reply! Well I guess better late than never! Right? Where are you located right now? Sounds like you are my perfect customer! We get a lot of your kind(Runners and walkers that has a lot of foot issues) in our store! We get plenty of refferals from different Hospitals, Podiatry Clinics and even Chiropractors.
The most important issue here is the base of the shoe that you get! The reason why podiatrist sends patients to us is that the orthotic still needs a good based shoe for it to really perform to its fullest! If your running shoes are to curve(Last) the shoes are gonna be too flexible for you and it will make you pronate more.
Adidas does not make a Motion Control shoe which is the category that is more suited for your biomechanics. I will look inot the Brooks Addiction and maybe the Saucony Stabil and put your orthotics in it for the meantime til your problem goes away. Try to see if you can get the Sorbothane Rigid Arch insert since that one has a special heel design that will help your spurs. It transfers the weight to the sorrounding sides of your heel instead of just in the middle and will definitely shorten the healing time.
Let me know if you have more questions.
Gotta Run,
TRSG
May 10, 2009 at 4:51 pm
Hi Joe, I just want to ask what Asics shoes are stability shoes? I just dropped by at the mall few hours ago and I think asics shoes are on sale and I’m interested on buying one. thanks alot.
May 10, 2009 at 4:54 pm
joe, dont mind the last question, i forgot that i already asked about it few months ago, on your other post. my bad. anyway, thanks for answering my question on the other post, i’ll try to check out the asics gt2130