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Treadmill Shoes w/Support

expatgal — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 00:36:29 GMT

I have been walking on the treadmill the past few months in my Skechers GoWalk slip-ons. It seems now I have pulled a ligament that runs from my arch across to ankle and it swells up after each treadmill session now. I have stopped and been using exercise bike only and swelling has gone done. Does anyone have a great walking shoe (for treadmill??) that would give me good arch and ankle support? Thanks a lot.

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lolakimono — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 00:42:12 GMT

New Balance are good shoes, and they will fit you at the store for a proper fit.

I have Rykas for exercise, but the runners like New Balance.

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ahoymate — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 00:43:14 GMT

Nike! Just Do IT!

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BigBro6 — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 00:54:43 GMT

I wear saucony sneakers. I have a lot of foot and ankle problems, these are the best. I was in a hurry yesterday and wore the sneakers that I wore in the house for the treadmill. BIG mistake, my feet hurt. I need a lot of padding and arch support because my feet are big and thin (no fat for cushion).

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jeanlake — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 01:14:47 GMT

Sketchers cross-training shoes give me the arch support I need. Good fit in heel and toe box -- much more than the GoWalks for casual wear, which I also like. I tried Rykas, and so wanted it to work, but it didn't fit well. A lot of people find a brand that is a good fit and keep purchasing this brand.

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FastDogWalker2 — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 02:03:25 GMT

Another vote for New Balance and I also like Nike. Any good walking/running trainer that gives me a wide toe box works best for me. HTH

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sidsmom — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 02:38:38 GMT

Do you, by chance, have a bunion and/or hammertoe on that foot? Without support, it could cause the foot to collapse & pull on the many muscles in/around the foot.

#BeenThereDoneThat

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hckynut — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 10:18:03 GMT

On 11/2/2014 expatgal said:
I have been walking on the treadmill the past few months in my Skechers GoWalk slip-ons. It seems now I have pulled a ligament that runs from my arch across to ankle and it swells up after each treadmill session now. I have stopped and been using exercise bike only and swelling has gone done. Does anyone have a great walking shoe (for treadmill??) that would give me good arch and ankle support? Thanks a lot.

There is no such thing as "the best shoe" for treadmill or walking/running on it or outside or on a track.

One has to know the shape of their foot and choose a shoe that best fits their type of foot. That takes someone that is a professional when it comes to the feet. My choice was always and will always be a Sports Medicine Certified Podiatrist, or if none are around, a Podiatrist that is familiar with how to fit the best shoes to people that are very active, be it walking/running/jumping or skating.

You didn't mention what you do to stretch you muscles/tendons/ligaments and or your Plantar Fascia. Many can get by without a stretching program, but unfortunately for many they cannot, thus certain injuries occur.

Walking on a treadmill is much less stressful on the joints and connective tissues than walking outside. If a person walks smoothly on a treadmill there is no impact even close to the amount as walking on concrete/asphalt or any other outside surface. Walking on a belt requires only keeping up with the belt and a person can plant their feet softly. Walking on a non-moving surface evokes impact, and also more of a toe-heel/heel-toe movement, and the more of that the more stress on muscles/tendons and ligaments, especially those that have shortened because of a lack of an adequate stretching program.

With any injury the best thing is ICE/ICE/ICE and more ice and preferably with the feet elevated about the level of ones heart.

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carrob — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 13:10:57 GMT

Another vote for New Balance, they come in different widths, lots of style & activity choices too, just ordered a pair on Amazon myself! I have the Sketchers GoWalks love the comfort, but like you said not much support for exercise.

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millieshops — Mon, 03 Nov 2014 14:00:57 GMT

No matter what you decide for a brand, you'll do better if you're fitted by a professional.

I've had New Balance that were totally wrong for my foot problems. They were "fitted" by a sales clerk who probably knew nothing much about feet even though he was working in a sports store. My podiatrist took one look and told me to gt rid of those almost new shoes.

He does not sell shoes himself, so this wasn't a profit thing. He told me to get myself to an orthopedic store, told me what to tell them about my feet and left it to me to go.

I was so pleased. I ended up with New Balance anyway and I couldn't have told you the difference by appearance, but I can certainly feel it. Once I was fitted, I bought future pairs elsewhere, but I do go back to a good fitter periodically and I'm happy to pay their price just to know there's nothing better out there for my very problematic feet.

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expatgal — Wed, 05 Nov 2014 02:36:21 GMT

Thanks everyone ... and John, you are amazing as usual! Injury is finally much better today after icing and several doses of arnica gel.

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dobiesrule — Wed, 05 Nov 2014 03:22:57 GMT

I actually do walk on the treadmill in Skechers Go Walks and have not had any issues. However, I will certainly be paying attention to my feet now that I am aware of a potential problem.

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SFGIANTSGIRL — Wed, 05 Nov 2014 06:14:13 GMT

I would go to a running store and tell them exactly what you do for exercise. Get the properly fitted shoe. This could make a difference between injury and no injury. It is not worth taking the risk of getting hurt. This is usually a free service. The shoes may be a bit more but it will save you in the long run.

Deb

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Campion — Wed, 05 Nov 2014 14:20:49 GMT

I love the Vionics sold here, and frequently on special when they have a TSV. They are by far the most comfortable walking shoes I've bought. (I have a low, flat arch. If you have a high arch, your results may vary.)

I used to like the Rykas, but Vionics seem to be far more comfortable.

New Balance certainly are also good, as others have remarked.

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straykatz — Thu, 06 Nov 2014 18:51:42 GMT

Do you have a Run On store in your area...they do shoe fittings so you are using the proper shoe for your foot/gait.....what shoe works for one person doesn't mean it works for your feet.....my husband wears Nike but I can't get them to fit my heel properly....I prefer the Addidas brand....if you can find a store that does shoe fitting....do it....and then once you find the shoe/brand/style that works for you - stick with it....and remember running shoes/sneakers wear out.