If your podiatrist suddenly proclaims you are an underpronating runner, don't take it personally. Being called an underpronator only means your feet have high arches. If you have high arches, choosing the best shoes can make a difference. These shoes offer curved cushioning that helps realign your feet to a more efficient position. This realignment can result in a more efficient stride and less susceptibility to injury.
Asics Gel-Nimbus Series
The Asics Gel-Nimbus Series has received the Editor's Choice award at Runner's World Magazine. This neutral-cushioned shoe was designed with both normal and high arch runners in mind. Features include a Solyte mid-sole for more efficient impact disposal, a lacing system created with less irritation in mind, GEL cushioning system to relieve heel strike and a sole divided into four sections for added flexibility. Specifications include a weight of 12.4 oz., standard sizes from six to 16, wide sizes 2E and 4E and a 2010 price of $120.
Asics Gel-Nimbus Series
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Mizuno Wave Rider Series
The Mizuno Wave Rider Series has received the Editor's Choice award at Runner's World Magazine. This neutral-cushioned shoe was designed with high and normal arched runners in mind. Features include a 66 percent reduction in petroleum-based products in the construction of the mid-sole plate, replaced by vegetable-based castor oil, as well as Wave Technology mid-sole design that disperses impact more evenly and forefoot construction that uses solid rubber for greater durability. Specifications include an overall weight of 10.5 oz., standard sizes from seven to 16, widths of D, E and EE as well as a 2010 price of $99.
Mizuno Wave Rider Series
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Brooks Glycerin Series
The Brooks Glycerin Series has received the Editor's Choice award at Runner's World Magazine. This neutral-cushioned model was designed with big runners in mind who have normal to high-arched feet. Notable features include Brooks DNA cushioning in the forefoot and heel, a hugging upper that secures the foot to the shoes supportive arch, laces manufactured from 100 percent recycled waste and BioMoGo mid-sole technology, a biodegradable material. Specifications include an overall weight of 12.6 oz., standard sizes from eight to 11, widths of B and 2E and a 2010 price of $130.
Brooks Glycerin Series
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