Best Running Shoes for Flat Feet

John was a very good athlete. He was a sprinter. He always bagged many awards for running. But lately his performance started going down due to the knee and ankle injuries. Even after hours of practice and lots of stamina he could not make his mark in running again. On the other day, his physiotherapist was wondering about his problem and he just casually inquired about his shoes. The doctor immediately understood the problem and suggested the treatment accordingly. After a few days, John was again the sports star. How? Well the right pair of shoe was the only solution for his long term problem. Apparently John had overpronated feet, that is, flat feet, so he needed shoes that supported his legs adequately that saved him from the further knee and ankle injuries.

If you too have flat feet, then read this article. It tells you about how to choose the best running shoes that provides you with good comfort and support.

Shoes for Flat Feet

Before I tell you about choosing running shoes, it is better to know the different types of foot structures. Essentially, there are three types of foot, namely neutral, overpronated, and supinated. All these terms are determined by the arch type of the foot that balances the weight of the body while moving around. In people with neutral arch type, the body weight is distributed evenly across the foot. In people with low arch, that is flat feet, the body weight is distributed unevenly and much of the pressure comes on the knees while the arch turns inward. This condition is also known as overpronation that is associated with various flat feet problems. In people with high arch, the foot receives a lot of impact and pressure on the foot bones. This kind of foot bones are very rigid and do not roll easily hence, are very susceptible to injuries. So, it is important to choose the right shoes that would suit and accommodate your feet easily to avoid any injuries while on the go.

Best running shoes are those which provide the runners with support, stability and motion control. The shoes should also have good padding from inside so that the shock is absorbed effectively every time the foot hits the ground while running. So a cushioning made of durable yet soft material from inside the shoe is extremely important for people with flat feet. Flat feet tend to go off balance so the shoe should be flexible but should also provide the runner with balance and grip. Apart from this, running shoes for overpronators should also be endowed with strong soles and durable lower design as the running causes faster wear and tear to the shoes. Considering these needs by individual runners, a lot shoe brands are manufacturing shoes in various designs to cater to the consumers at the optimum level. Given below are some of the best running shoes for flat feet available in the market for men and women.

For Men
There are many brands that have stunning designs when it comes to men's running shoes for flat feet. The designs are very manly and so-called macho to suit the latest fashion trends. Apart from popular sports brands such as, Reebok, Nike, Adidas, some small but good brands such as Brooks Addiction, Mizuno Wave Alchemy, and Saucony Grid Hurricane, etc., are some of the brands that have variety of running shoes for men. According to the reviews, these shoes are shock absorbing, durable and provide the runner with great balance and support. Some of the shoes also have open and breathable mesh that prevents your feet from overheating.

For Women
There are many chic brands like Puma, New Balance, and Asics, etc., that have come up with best running shoes for women. All of them have specially designed shoes that serve best to women with flat feet. Some of the brands have shoes in very feminine designs that women can don with grace. Some brands also have durable yet light weight women's shoes that can be easily carried. If you are one of those people who do not like wasting time in tying shoe laces, then there are shoes with Velcro stickers that consume less time for wearing and removing the shoes.

With the above information, you must remember one more thing. Try to avoid buying the shoes online as your judgment about the size and comfort can go wrong at times. So go to the nearby shoe store, try the shoes you are buying and if they are comfortable then only buy them.