For any serious runner, gait analysis is an important tool in determining which pair of shoes best suits your need. While a slight inward turning of the foot as it rolls from heel to toe, or pronation, is ideal, overpronation can cause damage to...
When runners talk about pronation they are talking about how much their feet turn in or out when they hit the ground. Pronation is a natural part of a person's gait, but overpronation can lead to overuse injuries. Overpronation does not have to be...
Pronation refers to the action of your foot rolling inward as the arch flattens out. Pronation is a normal part of walking and running that provides shock absorption to your feet. Overpronation is when your foot rolls too far inward, causing...
When walking, running or standing, pronation is part of the gait cycle and occurs as the foot rolls inward and the arch of the foot flattens naturally. Overpronation is when pronation is excessive, and can lead to shin splints, plantar fasciitis,...
Pronation is the collapse of the arch of your foot as your heel rolls inward when you walk. This is necessary to transfer force to the midline of your body. Overpronation is where the lower leg, upper leg and knee roll inward, disrupting proper...
Runners who are overweight or large-framed, or otherwise have "flat" feet, tend to overpronate. This is the tendency for the ankle to roll too far during the breakover of a stride. This running gait fault can lead to severe stress and damage to...
Pronation describes the natural process of the inward rolling of your foot when the outer edge of your heel strikes the ground and your foot flattens out. Excess pronation, known as flat foot, can result in flattened arches and overstretched foot...
A bunion, which is the knobby, round enlargement of the joint at the base of the big toe, can be painful. But unless the condition is severe, most women with bunions don't need to stop running. It is easy to cope with the problem by finding...
Runners rely heavily upon supportive footwear to enhance performance and comfort and most importantly, avoid injury. The affliction of flat feet or overpronation can render many entirely unable to run because the pain, discomfort and subsequent...
Your feet have the ability to make walking and running a pleasant or painful experience. Feet are the first part of your body to absorb impact, and how they strike the ground influences the alignment of your leg. If your feet cause alignment...
If you have low arches or flat feet, you'll need to invest a little extra care in shopping for your fitness shoes. Finding shoes that fit your feet properly can help reduce your risk for injuries, calluses and blisters, and comfortable walking...
Pronation refers to the inward and downward rotation of the foot each time a person takes a step. Pronation, when it occurs at a normal degree, helps the foot absorb the shock of the body's impact when hitting the ground in stride. When the foot...
You may think you can't run if you have fallen arches, but this is only true if you don't take preventive measures to eliminate any strain on your feet, knees and legs. While there may be a minority of people with fallen arches whose feet don't...
One of the most common causes of hip pain when running is iliotibial band, or IT band, syndrome. The IT band consists of a tough group of fibers that run from your hip to below your knee. Overpronation raises your risk for this syndrome. This...
Purchasing running shoes can be a dizzying proposition with high-tech options. This is good news for those with back pain who have choices galore based on individual biomechanics. Shoes may offer anything from a sophisticated support system to...
The basic types of foot arches are high, medium and low. Most heavy runners fall into the latter category. Common to this type of foot arch is an inward roll of the ankle. Heavy runners with this type of foot structure are referred to as...
When developing a fitness regimen, people often underestimate the importance of choosing the right footwear. According to the American Podiatric Medical Association, with each step, the foot receives pressure equal to one to three times the...
If you have flat feet, it's likely your feet roll inward when you run, a condition called overpronation. A little overpronation is actually a good thing since it allows your foot to adapt more easily to changes in your running surface, but too...
Pronation is the natural movement of your feet as you run. Pronation occurs in order to relieve shock and pressure as your foot hits the ground, running shoe manufacturer Asics explains. Ideally, your foot should hit the ground slightly on the...
If you have flat feet, you need specific footwear. Flat-footed runners do not have proper arch support. Arch support is necessary when you run as a means of absorbing impact that can potentially injure your hips, knees, feet and ankles. Most...
Asking what company makes the best running shoes is all relative, but certain shoe manufacturers do separate themselves from the competition with shoes that introduce advanced comfort and traction. Some of the most popular and consistent-selling...
The Mizuno Wave Alchemy 8 is the predecessor to the Alchemy 7. This shoe is a lightweight stability running shoe for men and women that was introduced in 2008. The shoe is built for moderate-to-severe overpronators or those runners who need motion...
If you have flat feet, running without the proper shoe support system can lead to injuries. Normally, the foot arch helps absorb the shock of the foot striking the ground while running, but for flat-footed runners, the arches collapse when their...