I started jogging this morning (first time since 2012) I noticed my knees were hurting a bit. I'm not a huge guy, 5'10" 250 with a 38 measurement around my abdomen at the naval (not a fatty but could definitely be leaner). I do not have any preexisting issues with my knees. I can perform squats and perform regular activities without any knee pain. Any suggestions on high quality running shoes, which may help absorb the shock provided by my extra weight?
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Running shoes for a fatboy?
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Gbro
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I second this. I'll even give them a GTG.
^ brooks and ASICS are safe bets, go find a pair that feels good.
notdeadYET
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Find a running store and get properly fit. Then start buying shoes online (I use runningwarehouse). Look for last years model of whatever shoe/type you end up with. Finding out what type of shoe is most important (neutral, stability, etc.) then pick your favorite brand/color. Hoka, New Balance, Nike..
Being bigger, if you do start racking up miles definitely change pairs every few hundred miles. When I was lighter I could easily get 1k plus miles out of a single pair. Now I rotate them out more frequently.
Being bigger, if you do start racking up miles definitely change pairs every few hundred miles. When I was lighter I could easily get 1k plus miles out of a single pair. Now I rotate them out more frequently.
For sure
Used to use Adidas zeroes when I was lighter.
Now, it feels like someone is taking a framing hammer to my heels, even on the treadmill
Test_Subject
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Brooks Ghosts. Your feet will thank you. I do a 5k paved trail run three times a week and I love them.
They also come in colours that won't make your eyes bleed, so that's a plus.
They also come in colours that won't make your eyes bleed, so that's a plus.
Avoiding eye bleeds is always good lol. Seriously though, I don't know what happened about 10 years ago or so, but finding non-invasive colored running shoes became a real chore. Almost as if the manufacturers were trying to use their shoes as Hi-visibility substitutes.
4Figgy
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ASICS Gel Kayano. It’s a long distance running shoe. Also look into some cheap knee sleeves. If your patella isn’t tracking properly they will help big time.
Test_Subject
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No kidding. I can't handle the highlighter-vomit looking ones.
Btcowboy
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I went to a true running shoe store, not a box store that sells shoes. They put me on a treadmill and watched my gait, and how everything moved. They used that information to pick a few types of shoes that fit my gait and made a world of difference
Ozzy619
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what do you mean you’re not a huge guy? That’s a lot of weight to be putting on your knees. If you’re set on running then focus on your form. A running shoe is a running shoe unless you’re serious into it. Your form and gait as mentioned is what’s going to matter the most. I like Nike free runs. Practice having a good form just like weight training. Roll your heel and be cautious running down hill.
muscletrain
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Best of the best for a "fatty" opr someone who needs cushioning is definitely Hoka One's, then ASICs and Brooks you really can't go wrong with. Hoka's are expensive but they are legit.
In the market for a solid pair of shoes
So.from what I can tell
ASICs or Brooks?
Any line or model in particular?
I've reached my current leg size goals and I want to get my cardio back up.
Also I wouldnt mind being able to throw a 40-60 lb Ruck on and go for it.
I'm currently 240, with the ruck, total weight would approach 300lbs
Worth mentioning, I'm flat footed and have MINOR spurs (Dont need surgery)
At this point am I better off with inserts as well?
So.from what I can tell
ASICs or Brooks?
Any line or model in particular?
I've reached my current leg size goals and I want to get my cardio back up.
Also I wouldnt mind being able to throw a 40-60 lb Ruck on and go for it.
I'm currently 240, with the ruck, total weight would approach 300lbs
Worth mentioning, I'm flat footed and have MINOR spurs (Dont need surgery)
At this point am I better off with inserts as well?
Test_Subject
New Member
I’m roughly the same weight as you and I swear by Brooks Ghosts. They’re well cushioned without feeling squishy.
I run 5k three or four times a week on a paved trail during the nicer weather and mine have kept me knees feeling happy.
Awesome
Good to hear that
I'll pick up a pair.
Need some motivation to do Cardio, if I buy a good pair, it will help me get on the road lol.
It's hard to run as a guy that Powerlifts, I just want to pick shit up once and take a break lol.
Thanks brother
What do you think?
Sorry all for not coding it... but its fucking sprotcheck lol
https://www.sportchek.ca/categories/men/activity/mens-running/product/brooks-mens-ghost-13-2e-running-shoes-color-333198181_04-333198181.html#333198181%5Bcolor%5D=333198181_04
muscletrain
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Can't go wrong with Brooks or Asics. At 240 look into Hoka One or carbon ones they're more expensive but are god tier with cushioning.
