Are there running shoes that offer better cushioning for concrete running? All my sidewalks are concrete.?

not that I know of.

Are there running shoes that offer better cushioning for concrete running? All my sidewalks are concrete.?
It's best if you avoid running on concrete, however, if you can't do the following:





Go to a Running Lab and get a fitting. The benefit of getting a fitting is that you get a shoe that conforms well with your foot.





When my spouse got back from the Running Lab her expression was, I feel as if I have a spring in my step!





The "Running Lab." will have you take off your shoes, then they will watch you walk, and even take an imprint of your foot. After doing so, they will spend a few minutes analyzing everything. They will ask you a few questions about your running style and your level of running.





Once they have finished they will direct you to a wall of shoes, that has ALL different brands of shoes on it and say something like; "These are what we recommend for you based on your foot's shape, the way you run, where your foot actually impacts the ground and the width of slimness of your feet.





After they show you the selection, try a few pairs on, take them for a "test run" around the block and once you've found a pair that you like, then get them.





The "Running Lab" doesn't charge you extra for their evaluations and the shoes are competitively priced.





Hope this helps...
Reply:dont run on concrete.


its REALLY bad for you.


asphalt, dirt and grass is way better
Reply:Best to go to a specialty running store and get properly fitted. Let them know what type of runner you are ( ex. running on sidewalks, trails, asphalt, all weather, how many miles/week, racing/track/long distances, etc) They will determine the right type of runners for your type of running, foot/arch/narrow/wide feet, pronation, gait. It will make all the difference in your running. I use Brooks Adrenaline (with mogo) and works well for me. It may be different for you. I have tried Nikes,Mizuno, Saucony. I wear different shoes for trails (NIKE)


Also did you know that running on asphalt is better than running on sidewalks? Sidewalks has too many dips, can jar your back/concrete is a harder surface than asphalt.





Good luck and happy running :)
Reply:Asics Gel 2130
Reply:For cushioning I would have to say to go with Asics and I would suggest running on the grass or the road whenever possible as they are softer than concrete and easier on your body.
Reply:Any good quality running shoe has enough cushioning for running on sidewalks. Take a look at Asics Cumulus or Asics Nimbus. These are very cushiony shoes. However, before you buy, go to a running specialty store and try on several shoes on and see what works for you.





I have yet to run in a shoe that had sufficent cushioning for trail or asphalt but insufficient cushioning for concrete. The only issue I've noticed is going up and down the curbs and uneven sidewalks. Both of these can make the running more challenging than running on smooth pavement. Far more important than surface type is incline. Running downhill puts much greater impact forces on your joints.





Finally, remember that shoes lose their cushioning over time. Replace your shoes every 300 to 500 miles or 6 months whichever comes first or whenever the shoes begin to feel flat.
Reply:Are all sidewalks made of concrete?





JK





Just go shopping and find some that seem to have more cushon. Never heard of one designed for concrete.



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