Beginner Runner Question

[zarapipe]

I started doing c25k a few weeks ago. Tomorrow will be the start of week 3. So far it is going well- I can physically do it, but I am still challenged. I like the structure of the program too. Last weekend I went to a specialty running store and I got some new running shoes- the Addidas Tempo (sp?). My legs and feet hurt before I got the shoes, so I thought getting the shoes would help. They have helped a little, but my feet and my calves (right above my ankles) still hurt quite a bit when I am running. My calves are not sore the next day or even later that night, but while I am doing the program they hurt quite a bit. Normal? Do you think I need different shoes? I know when I have started a new exercise before any pain I had would result in sore muscles the next day, but that is not the case here.

[shauni27]

Hmmm, I do not have an answer for this, I would think it could possibly be your body just getting used to something new, but it could be that you are not using the proper shoes for your body--were you fitted for the shoes by a run expert at the store?

[ebeth]

well, your feet and calves shouldn't hurt, especially when running in new shoes.

I *think* the tempo is one of those lightweight not quite minimalist shoes that's supposed to promote fore/mid foot stike. I'd probably try a more substantial shoe, particularly if you are a heavier runner. if they put you in the tempo you probably have a pretty neutral so something like the saucony ride or brooks glycerin or asics gel nimbus. you aren't really at the point where a lighter shoe is going to help you. you're just trying to build a base.

[Deleted]

I'd try different shoes, Adidas really don't do good running shoes in my opinion.

That said, your body just needs to adjust to running. That takes time. As a new runner, never run 2 days in a row.

[zarapipe]

Crap crap crap! I'm pissed I got the wrong shoe. In running on pavement every other day.

[zarapipe]

Idk if I got fitted by an expert but she watched me walk and then I squatted for her. She said I had a neutral foot but one of them turned in just a bit.

[AAM2012]

Most running stores have good return policies. Call and explain the situation.

[enfuego23]

Most running stores let you exchange shoes, so just bring them back and get fitted in another pair with more stability and cushioning.

[ebeth]

Aug 9, 2013 10:23:49 GMT -5 zarapipe said:

Idk if I got fitted by an expert but she watched me walk and then I squatted for her. She said I had a neutral foot but one of them turned in just a bit.

yeah.  that's pretty much how a fitting goes.  whether or not her assessment was 'correct', the shoe is not working for you.  take it back, tell them it's hurting you and that you need something else. consider a stability shoe if the pain is on the inside of your calf. regardless, I'm generally of the opinion that it is a bad idea for a beginning runner to be running in lightweight trainers. 

[zarapipe]

Thank you all so much. I called them and she said I could take them back and we will try to find another shoe. I was going to be really said if I was going to be out $100! Hopefully a new shoe will help. So far, so good. I am liking running, and I have the endurance to keep going, but the those darn feet are killing me! Hopefully this will help.

Is there any words/things I need to say that will make it easier to help me find a new shoe? Or should I just tell her my feet and right above my ankle are hurting?

[archaeominx]

Tell them where the pain is and what is going on, even with the new shoe. Do you still have your old ones? If so, take them along, the wear on the tread is a really good indicator of how you run. Good luck! Finding the right shoe can take a while, don't get discouraged.

[sassystace]

I will also add that my ankles and knees ached/hurt a lot during c25k. I hadn't exercised much(especially not running) for a few year before then. Everything just takes some time to get stronger. When things were sore, I'd take an extra day off but eventually it went away.

If you think the shoes are causing the pain, your LRS should exchange them and let you try another pair (no cost). (Now I see you just said that, so good).

Keep at it and take it slow! Good luck!

[woowoo]

Mine hurt a lot too when I first started running more than just a few miles, new shoes made ALL the difference! I got the Brooks Revenna 4 and love them. Good luck with taking the Adidas back!

[k3pick]

Aug 9, 2013 10:22:07 GMT -5 zarapipe said:

Crap crap crap! I'm pissed I got the wrong shoe. In running on pavement every other day.

I wouldn't necessarily jump that you got the 'wrong' shoe (fit/gait wise), it's just not working for you. The only real way to know if a shoe is going to work is to try it out on a run! That's why most of the good running stores have great return/exchange policies. Good luck!