The first are the Reebok Zigs. I had a pair already, and they were beat up, so I figured I'd get another pair. I bought a kids pair that would fit, versus adults, and maybe that's part of the problem, but these shoes are no longer super comfortable. They're OK to wear when I'm running errands and whatnot, but the back is so high on the ankle, and rough - that after 20 min into my workout the other day on the treadmill, I have huge cuts on the back of my ankle.
I immediately hopped off once the pain was enough to make me want to quit and grabbed the pair of Rykas that I bought the same week as the Zigs when I was shopping with my mom. It's a more snug fit in the heel like I like, but keeps the front portion wide, which I also need. I slide those on and noticed two things instantly. 1 - the Rykas are WAY lighter than the Zigs. Wow. And secondly - they didn't even remotely hit so high and hard as the zigs did on my ankle. So I slide those on and finished my quick workout.
I've never been able to comfortably wear Nike shoes, and now these Zigs are likely out of the picture, my selection is getting smaller at my local footlocker (which by the way needs a bit more variety in their life).
I realize that a proper/improper shoe can make a huge difference in a workout - but I had no idea that the new pair of Zigs I got would be such a disappointment. As soon as my ankles recover, I'm going to try and wear them again, maybe just to run some errands and see if breaking them in helps. Otherwise - that was probably the biggest waste of $80 (they were on sale) that I've spent this year so far.
3 comments:
Do you have a store that specializes in running (not a chain)? If so, you might want to go get fit for shoes. That is the best thing I ever did! They will watch you walk/run and determine your foot type. Then a specialist can put you in the right shoe. This made a huge difference for me. Maybe they can help you! Good luck!
Vertical Runner in Hudson is the place to go. You also have a Second Sole in Akron, which rocks. They'll help you pick the right shoe for you and take them back if they don't work. I would've taken the Zigs back immediately.
Good points. I guess if I'm going to be serious about this and determined to do the 5k I have to get the right shoes for the job. I will check out Second Sole next payday I think. I have heard from a few people they're a great resource.
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