Discover Better Running Form with Newton Running

[valotron]

I'd like to try newton mv2´s out, but your lasts are waaay too narrow. Nothing natural about squishing your feet into diamond shape.

[yadredle]

Sorry I meant to say "you took the words right out of my mouth!"

[yadredle]

@SuperKrazyKyle: you took the words out of mouth! I thought Nike shoes were too much then I saw how much this were!

[SuperKrazyKyle]

why do they cost so much :(

[alyssalr]

Shock absorbent? That prevents ground feel. Also, the softer the shoe, the harder your body will hit to ground seeking that feel - forefoot or heel landing. Less cushion means your body will work differently to seek the softest landing.

[TrevelyanTech]

do the shoes you have really give the right support that your foot needs, or do they just look cool. There are 3 types of feet and 3 types of shoes, to find out which one you are download this application of iTunes called, 'WET TEST'

[valotron]

@TrevelyanTech Wet test doesnt do you any good. Everyone's feet perform in a different way and there's no way one can be diagnosed by which part of the feet hits the ground while standing. There is no quick DIY test to choose shoes. It's more about trial and error - most people dont need support, so that's a good way to start (slow).

[vichuit]

I used to think these were the best. Then I tried Nike Free Run. If I didn't have flat feet, I wouldn't have had to change to Asics.

[GrueneBiene]

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[Edsta92]

Guys, you do NOT need to spend $170 on a pair of Newtons just to learn how to run with a soft, efficient midfoot strike. All you need is a lightweight and flexible neutral shoe with a low heel---for as little as half that amount you can get the Saucony Kinvara, Nike Free 3.0 or Free Run, Inov8 f-lite195, Vibram Five Fingers Bikila, etc.

[pigsy65]

@Edsta92 Totaly agree! I use Asics 2150 gt's. Does the same job if you run with correct form.

[MyLor8]

What other colors do they come in? And what stores sell them?

[MrKiwizimbo]

where do i get these!!

[ebbry2013]

In my opinion, this shoe was a flop too. I discarded my asics and swapped for a pair of newtons 3 months ago. Sadly, they are really not durable (the lugs wear out horribly fast, probably because i am running forefoot), they are really squeezy and less comfy as compared to my asics. And the worst part is tt its really, friggin expensive. I am now considering a pair of vibram which i heard is rather durable and looks more comfy than my squeezy newtons. Hope this helps in making your choice.Cheers

[ebbry2013]

@ebbry2013 Alright, i have a give some credits to newtons tho. Well, they are pretty fun to run in (i feel faster in them but i think its not the shoes but more of the type of running. I was a heel striker b4 and i switched to forefoot after getting my newtons). They are also quite airy and light. The only thing is tt it feels rather tight and uncomfortable. However, i think tt newstons is not a neccessity. There are other shoes out there tt do the same job and cost much less.

[johnnydemonic22]

The newton racers nearly killed my feet when I ran with anykind of speed. I tried them for a few weeks because I was curious, but they turned out to be a flop. I wouldn't recommend them..

[rterpening13204]

Running barefoot is an intimate experience with the universe. My heart races while my toes have intercourse with nature and absorb the nutrients I need for the miles I will endure.

[marmar3291]

@rterpening13204

umm what? that's weird

[trevfrank]

I have to wear orthodox...do u think these shoes are for me?

I don't know if i should wear my orthodox for running but i am very flat footed so running without may cause some problems as I already suffer from IT band syndrome at age 19...but i really want to do triathlon for a career...

[YoureMistakenSir]

Been forefoot running 3 months in the Vibram 5-fingers. Sore calves are the norm, but no more knee, hip or ankle pain!

Curious to try Newtons.

[camondrums]

@YoureMistakenSir congrats man i can't get my self to do it. shin splints and sore knees or slower times and sore calfs

[ebbry2013]

@YoureMistakenSir Hey man dont try. They are really pricy and not worth the bucks. I have a pair of newtons myself and sadly, they are a flop. I am currently considering a pair of vibram. What do you think about them?

[YoureMistakenSir]

@ebbry2013 I love the Vibrams! My legs were sore for the first couple months (calves especially), but sounds like you're used to forefoot running. I can't do the kind of miles I did in regular heel-strike shoes, but I also haven't had any of my old, common knee/hip/ankle injuries either.

They're perfect for up to 5 miles or so, but I haven't felt like pushing the distance in them--the forefoot gets a little sore from road running.

Stretch real good after each run & enjoy! I really like them!

[YoureMistakenSir]

@ebbry2013 Thanks for the tip!

[jojojaykay]

.....they're expensive....

[Berntsen89]

"ecco biom" is kinda the same, just way better !

[luisbavaresco]

I used the Biom and they were ok but then I tried Newton and the change was dramatic. I did PB on half and full this year with my Newton shoes. I wouldn't change them for nothing. I still use the Biom to walk around the mall.

[medliberty]

Everybody knows that heel strike is no good. We dont need to buy expensive Newtons to find that out. The shoe is basically much ado about nothing. I have the newton Racer and am especially not impressed by its high heel and toe lift. Its just like most other shoes on the market; it forces the foot into a very unnatural position, setting the wearer up for injury. How about making a minimalist shoe with minimal sole and heel. Add the "energy return", if you like but dont add a lot to the weight.

[Badkuipeend]

are there any overpronators who have no pain with this shoe even without an orthopedic device ?

[k1d0fdarkstar]

can you order them online?

[greenking177]

If you think about how natural a midfoot strike is...just go out and try running barefoot...you will never strike your heel, and if you do (even on accident) you will be sorry!!!

[Mulyanis77]

They are phenomenal and no more expensive than any other heelstrike shoes I've used in the past.

[nobogoslow]

I'm a mid/forefoot striker and these shoes are my dream come true. There is not another shoe on the market that can compare. Heel toe disperses shock absorption on the joints. The forefoot running style engages your muscles on impact reducing shock immediately. The trick is to gradually develop these muscles because overexerting them will result in injury. $150 and smart training is well worth being injury free for over 6 years.

[Mmxz14]

I had a piece of shit pair of $25 shoes from BJ's and ran for 4 months in them, running sub 17 5k's, and 430 miles after switching from heel running. You don't need $150 pair of crap.

[dwarner59]

If they designed the shoe for midfoot forefoot strike why did they make the heal so thick?

[taylor12168]

they don't. the heel has virtually no padding in it (believe me you don't want to try to heel strike with these shoes)

[dwarner59]

The heel is very thick.  Compare this shoe to a PUMA H street. I am a forefoot striker and the H street has virtually no heel. Compared to the H street this heel is way too thick.

[wojtek1425]

Over 20 years ago I tried a pair of French Le Coq Sportiff marathon shoes . Similar concept .

You can also try to run on soft trials in running spikes . This will make you land on forefoot and soft trial will be easier on you calf muscles than running track .

Running on sand may bring problems with tendonitis .

[516excarioca]

i love the concept. not a fan of the colors. ouch!

[olasonn]

They are clearly onto something, just too bad they are so expensive.

I use the Asics Gel-Hyperspeed II, which has almost no heel to it, and for a third of the price it'll be my choice also for the future.

[CheddarxCheese]

wow i just got bak from trying the forefoot running style and its so much fun. no more heal striking for me. I find it so much easier to propelle yourself foward with this style.

[pcoshealth]

I've been running for years and this video has great tips about running with more speed and avoiding injuries. I'm giving these new running shoes a try!!