What are some good running shoes for Men?

March 24th, 2010 | by admin |

I’m looking to buy a new pair of shoes today and want some opinions on some good shoes. I’m planning on running about 3 miles 5 times a week, I have a medium sized arch in my foot, and I run normal (my feet are straight, not pointed inside or outside). I’m looking for something that is very comfortable, light weight, reliable, and looks sexy. Help me out PLEASE!
-Thank You!

Nike or Reebok.

  1. 5 Responses to “What are some good running shoes for Men?”

  2. By :D LiTtLe :D on Mar 24, 2010 | Reply

    nike for sure
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  3. By Danielle on Mar 24, 2010 | Reply

    Nike or Reebok.
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  4. By Black J on Mar 24, 2010 | Reply

    Asics GEL-Kayano® 15. Amazing shoe. Nike and Reebok to not specialize in just running shoes, they have all types such as basketball, walking, leisure ect. Asics are devoted to runners!
    References :
    http://www.footlocker.com/product/model:100610/sku:9000195/ASICS%AE%20Gel%20Kayano%2015%20-%20Men’s?supercat=home&cm=Cross%20Sell

  5. By PRElives on Mar 24, 2010 | Reply

    I answered this question for someone earlier and I broke down the major qualities of each major running shoe company so I’ll paste on here what I wrote for them to see if it helps you out at all. I didn’t describe arch very well so I’ll add that in now. Nike makes shoes for medium-low arches, same for Asics and Brooks as well, and Mizuno makes shoes for more high arch runners.

    The type of running shoes you want to invest in depend on your running style, how serious you are, and what you’re looking for in a shoe. Each major shoe company has its own styles in terms of performance. I’ll give you a breakdown of each major company so you can decide which you feel would fit you best.

    Nike- Nike is a company that loves to brag about its ability to produce a lightweight shoe without sacrificing comfort or support with their new Flywire technology. Nike is known for their very lightweight training shoes and are very comfortable. I’ve been running in Nike for a solid 3 years and I love the way they feel. They are very comfy and have above average arch support. If you pronate or supinate when you run, these are not the best motion control shoes meaning they are very neutral and do not stabilize your foot very well when you pronate.

    Asics- This is a company that puts aside weight for cushion and shock absorption and they do a good job of it. Asics shoes are on the heavy side to say the least, but they make up for it in their gel shock absorption system which is great for someone who has weak joints and needs that extra gel to ease the impact of running. Also, Asics pack their shoes with cushion making them very comfortable to wear in every day use as well as running. Again, Asics is not that great of a motion control shoe however.

    Brooks- Brooks can be a little bulky in some cases, but are a good shoe nonetheless. They have very good arch support and are excellent motion control shoes. People with arch problems and weak joints are recommended to buy these shoes by most pediatrists. This should tell you that if you’re having problems with your feet hurting or you pronate a lot while running, these shoes could be a great choice for you.

    Mizuno- I’ve found Mizuno to be more on the arch support side than most shoes. I have a medium-low arch and these shoes sit awkwardly on the arch line for me. They are, however, great motion control shoes and are lighter than Brooks. People who wear them absolutely love them and get a lot of use out of them. So if you want a light motion control shoe and you have a pretty high arch in your foot, the Mizuno could be a very solid choice.

    Hope this helped, and remember to try the shoes on first and see how they sit on your foot. Keep in mind, most of them will feel stiff because the cushion still needs to break in until they reach their full comfort potential. Good luck.
    References :
    7 years distance running experience= lots of experience with running shoes. have owned Nikes, Mizunos, Asics, and Brooks and put lots of mileage on all of them

  6. By Jonathan on Mar 24, 2010 | Reply

    just a follow up on PRElives, i just posted an answer for someone comparing a puma casual everyday shoe vs. the asics kayano…big mistake on that guy’s part. PRElives made of pretty extensive breakdown on shoes so he gets most of the credit haha. most of the running specific shoe companies make shoes comparable to each other in terms of cushioning, support, weight, etc. but each shoe will fit and feel differently, so once you find out whether or not you need support, cushioning, etc. compare brands and see which one fits the best. the best use of your time would be to check out the local running store in your area and get fitted there by someone who’s expertise is running shoes (not dick’s sporting goods, target, kohl’s etc)
    References :
    worked in a running store for a year
    7-year runner

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