What can running in shoes that are a little narrow do to the health of my feet?
July 27th, 2008 | by DistanceRunner |Trish C asked:
The width of my feet are in between medium and wide. I just bought running shoes in medium width because they didn’t have wides. They’re a little tight but not that bad though they could stand to be a little roomier. I was curious to know what wearing shoes that are too narrow could do to my feet while running? Is it bad for my feet? What kind of problems could I run into?
The width of my feet are in between medium and wide. I just bought running shoes in medium width because they didn’t have wides. They’re a little tight but not that bad though they could stand to be a little roomier. I was curious to know what wearing shoes that are too narrow could do to my feet while running? Is it bad for my feet? What kind of problems could I run into?
5 Responses to “What can running in shoes that are a little narrow do to the health of my feet?”
By lestermount on Jul 28, 2008 | Reply
You need to wear shoes that fit your feet. Being too big or too small can cause serious damage to you.
By Kutekymmee on Jul 29, 2008 | Reply
it depends on how narrow they are. Snug is ok, tight could hurt you. you could cause blisters, foot pain, shin splints, stress fractures, knee and hip damage, and other problems.
By Timdown on Aug 1, 2008 | Reply
Last year my girlfriend had shoes that were to narrow. After a month of wearing them she ended up with a bruised bone in her foot. The shoe was squeezing the bones near her toes together and cause the damage. These were not running shoes just everyday shoes. It took about 3 months to heal. I would suggest getting the size and shape you need.
Be Well!!
By natasch on Aug 1, 2008 | Reply
You need shoes that fit you. I don’t know how narrow yours are, but if they’re too narrow get new ones (at least for jogging)
By barefootinquisitor on Aug 2, 2008 | Reply
not good for your feet to do that,if you cant find wide shoes,run barefooted