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A high arched foot, sometimes referred to as a “cavus foot”, is simply a condition where the foot has a very highly defined arch between the heel and the toes. The effects of this is that an overbearing amount of load rests on the ball and heel of the foot when walking, running or standing which can lead to injuries.
Injuries caused by this condition can lead to a variety of painful experiences, imbalance and instability during exercise. As a consequence, any runner with this condition should seriously consider purchasing a shoe specifically designed for the cavus foot condition. In this article, we discuss specific remedies for athletes with high arched feet and the best running shoes for this condition.
Overpronation is a biomechanical issue arising when a runner's foot arches collapse or fall under overbearing weight. This motion can cause severe foot damage, pain and discomfort. This complaint is very common in people with flexible and flat feet, which can lead to pain, discomfort, and severe cases of bunions, plantar fasciitis, and shin splints etc. Fortunately, there are some very good running shoes on the market that are designed specifically for overpronators. Let's take a look at our picks that we recommend you try out to help ease the symptoms.
The best running shoes are those that fit your feet correctly, are well cushioned to prevent injuries and ensure your gait is correctly aligned to maintain good balance. Whether a novice or an experienced runner, male or female, your feet, knees and hips need to feel good even after a long run which is why you need to invest in a good quality pair of running shoes. They should be durable, provide appropriate support and cushioning with superb comfort no matter the distance, your foot shape or your body weight and running style.
Taking up running is by and large pretty easy however, what can be problematic is choosing suitable running shoes. There are so many shapes, sizes and stability levels that it’s hard to find the right pair of shoes for your particular needs. There are shoes for every type of foot and running style. So if you are having trouble choosing which shoes to start your running life, here’s our guide to help you decide.
Even though your running shoes may feel snug when you are trying them on in store, the best way to find out how they truly feel against your feet is after running several miles in them. Over time, you will find that certain brands of the shoes aren’t ideal for you. The shape of your foot and how you run contributes hugely to the choice of footwear that is ideal shoe for you.
Choosing the most suitable running shoes for your particular needs can be quite a challenging task because there are so many brands to choose from, let alone shoe types and technologies. Even when you’ve decided on a brand of running shoes you particularly prefer, there are new models and updates being released frequently, so that last week’s best may soon be tomorrow’s worst. When you begin running your first miles, it’s unlikely you’ll put a great deal of thought into which running shoes to wear, however over time, you will realise that not all shoes are the same.
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