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Best running shoes for plantar fasciitis

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doodleygirl · 12/10/2023 11:52

I’m looking for a new pair of running shoes, can anyone recommend please. I’m losing the will to live at googling. Extra bonus points if they are not only good for plantar fasciitis but also for running off and on road.

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nicknamehelp · 12/10/2023 11:55

I would go to somewhere like Runners Need where they do GAIT analysis and are very good at picking trainers to suit your individual GAIT etc.

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doodleygirl · 12/10/2023 11:58

i have done that, they recommended a few pairs but I am really interested in having recommendations from people with PF, thanks

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Boiledeggandtoast · 12/10/2023 12:12

I had plantar fasciitis a couple of years ago (when I was running in Addidas). I now run in Asics and have found them good; I haven't had a recurrence of pf but I have been religious about doing stretching exercises every day. For context, I am 62 and only run 5k once or twice a week.

PauliesWalnuts · 12/10/2023 12:20

I’m having a bit of success with New Balance who do several styles for PF.

MrsCat1 · 12/10/2023 12:22

Hi. New Balance Fresh Foam are good in my experience.

TheSkyRaisin · 12/10/2023 12:26

I run in Allbirds and they've not irritated my PF. Before that I made the mistake of trying some barefoot type New Balances, which very much did. Not doing that again 😬

I want to get some more and I've seen they now do a so-called 'blizzard' sole which looks more grippy than the ones I've got, or I may opt for the trail running ones as I run through a lot of mud.

HerbalTeal · 12/10/2023 12:26

I have saucony speeds. I have PF, but I dont think any style really helps. A decent heel to toe drop, and a wide toe box are things to look out for. But there is lots of conflicting opinion if flatter is actually better in the long run.

are the trails quite dry? If not I’d recommend getting a road specific and rail specific pair.

PerspiringElizabeth · 12/10/2023 12:26

Hokas, or hokas with insoles in my case 😄

Trickedbyadoughnut · 12/10/2023 12:29

New Balance - not the barefoot-style ones though! I have the 860 as I also overpronate. And Fitflop shoes for work and NB Prisms for general walking around.

TheSkyRaisin · 12/10/2023 12:31

Another thing - someone here on MN posted this so I'm just passing on the wisdom - advice on stretching from an orthopaedic surgeon:

angryorthopod.com/2016/03/calf-stretching/

And background on why he doesn't recommend traditional PF stretches:

angryorthopod.com/2015/04/why-i-dont-promote-plantar-fascial-stretching/

Vriddle · 12/10/2023 12:34

Asics. Nice and cushy on the heel, don't crowd my toes, good support.

That said, the best you can do is walk around a shop in a lot of different types and see which best support and cushion your heels.

dgirluk · 12/10/2023 12:34

Following!

I also have PF - I have a pair of Brookes for the summer which I need to swap because they're too big, and a lovely pair of Salomon goretex ones for the winter which are for off road (I don't run on tarmac). If you want the specific models I can take a look.

But I also use orthotics in them when I run. The PF has actually improved ! And that's from someone who started running during Covid in the middle of PF flaring up massively.

dgirluk · 12/10/2023 12:35

There's some Hoka ones I think I'm going to try in the summer to replace the Brookes - they don't have the mega fluffy looking soles, they're a bit thinner...

purplemunkey · 12/10/2023 12:38

Another rec for New Balance fresh foam

ManySmarties · 12/10/2023 12:38

Hokas have transformed my feet after years of PF. I struggle to wear any other shoes or trainers now.

Keepithidden · 12/10/2023 12:47

I use ASICS, but with a sports insole with arch support. Would really recommend this approach as you're then free to choose whichever brand or style suits you.

My PF is so much better now too.

EllaMenopee · 12/10/2023 13:18

My physio recommended brooks, which I wear anyway. I do notice imy pf is worse when I don't wear them, even walking a lot.

Graciebobcat · 12/10/2023 13:26

I found just buying any decent running shoes that were not too narrow and swapping the insole for these were far better than any stability or motion control shoe. Saves you a fortune too. I do like Brooks though but find some end of range ones in a neutral shoe instead of spending a fortune on stability or motion control (that doesn't work anyway). I have these in all my shoes and have had no foot problems in six years, after have PF for nearly 12 months.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Orthotic-Insoles-Support-Treatment-fasciitis/dp/B01N6OGNJ3?

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doodleygirl · 12/10/2023 14:45

I’ve never considered insoles, great tip, thank you

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doodleygirl · 12/10/2023 14:50

@HerbalTeal I tried on the Saucony shoes in the running shop, I did like them, can you recommend the road and trail shoes, thanks

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ChesapeakeBay · 12/10/2023 18:55

doodleygirl · 12/10/2023 14:45

I’ve never considered insoles, great tip, thank you

Have you been diagnosed? Inserts are usually the first step.

I find hoka great - ascis we're rubbish for me

Phineyj · 12/10/2023 19:06

I like various styles from Decathlon. Cheap too!

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