The Running Shoe List: Fall 2010/Winter 2011

by Dr. Stephanie

Following up on our barefoot running post, The Health Loft's recommended running shoe list for Fall/Winter 2010-2011.  

In order to make sense of this list, you should know what kind of foot pattern you have while running - this can be done by visiting a chiropractor who can assess your walking and running pattern, and recommend a shoe based on your needs.  Depending on your feet and foot mechanics, running orthotics may also be recommended.

Shoes with an * beside them are best for heavy runners.

Shoes coloured in purple highlight the best critically acclaimed shoes in trade mags.

Maximum Neutral Motion Control (Best Long Term Stability)

Adidas Adifusion MC

Asics Gel 1150 and GT 2150

Brooks Beast Men* 

Brooks Ariel Women* 

Brooks Trance 9*
Mizuno Wave Inspire 6

Mizuno Wave Renegade 4

New Balance 850

New Balance 587* 

New Balance 1123* &1012* 

New Balance Ladies 850 

Nike Air Structure Triax 13+ 

Saucony ProGrid Stabil CS* 

Saucony ProGrid Omni 9 

Excellent Neutral Motion Control (Excellent Stability / Most Runners)

Adidas Adistar Salvation 

Adidas Response Control

Asics Gel Evolution 5 

Asics Gel DS Trainer 15

Adidas Supernova Adapt

Asics Gel Foundation 9* 

Asics Gel-Kayano 16

Avia Isis Women

Brooks Adrenaline GTS 10 

Mizuno Wave Nexus 4

Mizuno Wave Nirvan 6 

New Balance 760 

New Balance 993 & 1226* 

Nike Air Zoom Precept 

Reebok Premier Road Plus KFS V1 

Saucony ProGrid Triumph 7 

Saucony ProGrid Hurricane 12 

Moderate Motion Control (Basic Stability / Teens / Lower Cost)

Adidas Response Trail 

Brooks Addiction 9 

Brooks Switch 3 

Brooks Infinity 2
Brooks Ghost 3

Mizuno Alchemy 10

Nike Air Shox FSM 

New Balance 850 

Reebok Premier Phoenix

Saucony ProGrid Guide 3 

High Arched Efficient Runners (For Cushion & Support / < 2% of Runners)

Asics Gel Cumulus 12 

Brooks Dyad 5 

Brooks Glycerin 8 

New Balance 883,1064 

New Balance 759 

Nike Air Pegasus +27

Nike Air Structure Triax 

Nike Air Maxx 180 

Reebok Premier Aero Lite
Saucony ProGrid Echelon

The Health Loft offers complimentary assessments of your foot mechanics, walking and running patterns. If you are interested, please click this link to book in with Dr. Stephanie or Dr. Lara.

Be Healthy.

Dr. Stephanie