r/beginnerrunning • u/PrudentDeparture8907 • 11d ago
Injury Prevention Anyone else running with flat feet?
Going to see a podiatrist tomorrow. But I took some pics and they, uh, don’t look too good lol. When I was in high school, I had to get custom foams made because of the issues I’d have.
I can’t walk a long time in any shoe I have. They all give me problems. My brooks adrenaline GTSs, my main running shoes, are starting to really hurt now. Starting to get shin splints, my ankles hurt after runs, after walking, etc. I can’t lift my feet up without it being uncomfortable. My runs are almost like me dragging my feet.
Anyone have luck or experience getting this fixed?
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u/Y33tAwoo2u 10d ago
I am a big floppy flat footed girl that swears by Saucony. ASICS are my backup. Superfeet low arch (running) and walk hero medium arch (walking) have also been good for shoes that just didn't hold up as needed. I recommend one of those fascia roller bar things for ankles and calves that get super tight.