Running shoe Q&A with Paul (7 April 26)

Running shoe Q&A with Paul (7 April 26)

Topics Covered (Time of question in brackets):

  • How safe is it to change from a carbon shoe to a normal shoe? (10:33)
  • How do I know when I'm ready to run in a carbon plated shoe? (16:15)
  • Can you use orthotics in carbon-plated shoes? (17:50)
  • Do we think that the popularity around higher stack heights has correlated with the increased risk of tendon stability-related injuries? (21:00)
  • What’s the difference between stack height and drop? (23:40)
  • How do I know which running shoe is best for me? (25:50)
  • Best shoes once you've had a knee replacement? Currently in the N Balance 1080s. (28:30)
  • Trainers for over-pronation or should I focus on strength training? (31:25)
  • If you are a casual runner, do you need more than one pair of running shoes? (32:30)
  • Trail shoes: do they help or not? (36:45)
  • Can you recommend a hybrid running shoe for both trail and road? (37:20)
  • Thoughts on carbon shoes on the trail? (39:10)
  • Suggestions for a wide stability shoe for women please. I always struggle with shoe options because I have wide feet. Recommendations for a marathon, three to three hours thirty? (43:30)
  • What do you think of Chinese super shoes? (50:30)
  • Thoughts on benefits of barefoot shoes for training (51:55)
  • Have you ever lost a toenail and do shoelaces play a part in that? (53:00)
  • How many miles can you do in one shoe before I need a new pair?  (57:00)
  • What is your favourite shoe ever? (59:00)
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