Feet Going Numb while Running

[BadMuther]

Besides there's that old myth about "big feet = big wiener" so you may want to go for it!

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All about the COCK!!!

[Ranger Bill]

Back when we ran in jump boots, we never had these kinds of problems... :)

[BadMuther]

Back when we ran in jump boots, we never had these kinds of problems... :)

People poo-poo that, but (here it comes) :D in my favorite book military fitness he recommends running in boots 50% of the time.

I personally hate running, and think it's overated. As my favorite author says, how often in the military are you going to run 5 miles in shorts and running shoes on the battlefield?

[Jim]

Back when we ran in jump boots, we never had these kinds of problems... :)

We just watched our arches collapse as the discs bulged.

[panthersix]

Back when we ran in jump boots, we never had these kinds of problems... :)

We just watched our arches collapse as the discs bulged.

We ran in jungle boots on pavement in green t-shirts and white boxers shorts.

[panthersix]

There were two Armies where I was in the last part of the 70's, there was the 24th Motorized African Rifle Regiment at Fort Stuart (pretty much like the video you posted) and then there was the 1st Ranger BN at HAAF where we learned how to kick tigers in the face with our RANGER LEGS!

[RichB]

I appreciate the response Rich.

My whole time in I've been using the wrong type of shoes with limited problems. When I finally had someone tell me the kind of shoe I needed is when I've had my small problems. Again, I've had these shoes for at least 2 months now and are just seeing the problem come up.

I'll look into the things you suggested. I don't think it's Morton's Neuroma because there is no pain. It just slowly goes numb after 20 minutes or so of running. It's only happened twice so I haven't isolated timing or anything like that yet.

My shoes may be too narrow. The pair I had prior to this were E's and these are normal width. My feet still feel comfortable though. No discomfort while running. The only thing I have gotten with these shoes is occasional arch pain. Never too serious, just slight.

Anyway, I didn't go to the TMC today because I just can't justify it yet... Plus someone I work with gets the same issue and did go. They didn't do anything for him because something like this is apparently difficult to diagnose.

Ranger Disinfertention,

Now that you have confirmed that your last pair of running shoes was a wide--I would almost bet that if you went back to a wide width that this problem would rectify itself.

Sometimes, an individual/runner and even a US Army Ranger can wear the wrong shoe for an extended period of time and have zero issues, then one day an injury occurs? The underlying cause is the shoe itself. It's the whole repetitiveness of the activity in the wrong shoe that eventually catches up to you.

Just out of curiosity what is the brand and model of shoe you are wearing?

Best of luck,

RichB

I look forward to the day I can call myself a US Army Ranger

[Bravo57]

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That's a fact, JACK!

[BadMuther]

There were two Armies where I was in the last part of the 70's, there was the 24th Motorized African Rifle Regiment at Fort Stuart (pretty much like the video you posted) and then there was the 1st Ranger BN at HAAF where we learned how to kick tigers in the face with our RANGER LEGS!

BWahahahahhahahaaaa!!

[Disinfertention]

Just out of curiosity what is the brand and model of shoe you are wearing?

I was wearing New Balance 902's. My new ones are NB 1011's. I weigh about 190.

I did intervals this morning for about 3.3 miles and didn't get anything from it. Not that I was expecting to since my threshold seems to be around 3.5 at a constant pace. I did loosen them up a bit...

The only other thing I do differently is I lace them so when I tighten them it will lock on itself. That way if they do come undone they won't loosen. I have it in the top notch. I'm going to move it down to the first one out of the set of three to see if that takes some strain of my ankle which maybe is cutting of circulation...

[RichB]

Just out of curiosity what is the brand and model of shoe you are wearing?

I was wearing New Balance 902's. My new ones are NB 1011's. I weigh about 190.

I did intervals this morning for about 3.3 miles and didn't get anything from it. Not that I was expecting to since my threshold seems to be around 3.5 at a constant pace. I did loosen them up a bit...

The only other thing I do differently is I lace them so when I tighten them it will lock on itself. That way if they do come undone they won't loosen. I have it in the top notch. I'm going to move it down to the first one out of the set of three to see if that takes some strain of my ankle which maybe is cutting of circulation...

Ranger Disinfertention,

The 902 was a light weight trainer, low profile shoe that had moderate medial stability. Certainly a much more responsive shoe that allows for a quicker heel to toe transition.

On the other hand the 1011MC is a motion control shoe, providing much more medial stability and control--perhaps even a bit too much for you? Typically, this type of shoe is quite a bit heavier. Unless, you have a very flat foot you can probably do a lot better.

keeping the laces looser will certainly help but I suspect you probably still need the 2E width.

The replacement for your 902 is now called the MR904LW It comes in a wide width (2E)

I would also recommend the Asics GT 2140 or Brooks Adrenaline in a 2e. Both these shoes are geared for moderate over pronators.

If your problems persists PM me and I can get those shoes back to New Balance for you and replaced with a pair that is more suitable for your foot type.

Hopefully this information has been helpful.

RichB

[Flesh Thorn]

I personally hate running, and think it's overated. As my favorite author says, how often in the military are you going to run 5 miles in shorts and running shoes on the battlefield?

People who can't get layed say the same about sex.

[Bcosniper]

I personally hate running, and think it's overated. As my favorite author says, how often in the military are you going to run 5 miles in shorts and running shoes on the battlefield?

I know people say this at times usually because they suck at it. But the issue isn't whether or not you will run 5 miles on a battlefield. It's all about your ability to cope with stress and perform (think breathing and trigger control) while your body is trying to recover. The better your aerobic condition the faster you can regain your composure after you run balls to the wall for 200 meters with you ruck and body armor on. That's my theory anyway.

[Flesh Thorn]

Running and Human Evolution

[Disinfertention]

Running and Human Evolution

Nice one. I'll ride the horse. You can run 22 miles.