TL;DR
Popular Shoe Brands and Models
ASICS and Brooks are frequently recommended for runners who overpronate. ASICS models like the Nimbus have been noted for their effectiveness in managing overpronation [1:2]. Brooks offers models such as the Ravenna and Hyperion GTS, which provide stability and support
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Hoka shoes, particularly the Clifton series, are praised for their cushioning and support when paired with insoles [1:4]. Saucony's Tempus is cited as a fast shoe suitable for overpronators, and Puma's Foreverrun Nitro 2 is another option for those seeking lightweight stability
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Insoles and Customization
Many runners find that using insoles can enhance the support of their running shoes. Insoles can provide additional arch support, which is crucial for correcting overpronation [1:4]. However, some users prefer to find shoes that offer adequate support without the need for inserts
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Considerations for Racing Shoes
For racing, comfort and fit are paramount. Some users suggest that the marketing around "overpronation-specific" shoes can be misleading, and recommend choosing shoes based on comfort and performance instead [5:2]. Adidas Adios Pro 3 has been mentioned positively by overpronators for marathon races
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Professional Guidance
Visiting a podiatrist or a specialized running store can provide personalized recommendations based on your specific needs and foot structure [4:1]. This professional advice can help ensure that you select the right shoes and insoles for your unique biomechanics.
I recently noticed that my knees are starting to point inward. After running for years this seems like a really strange development. I'm thinking it's just the shoes I've been wearing since January; seems to be causing an inward foot strike and my thighs rub now. Super uncomfortable and annoying.
Could anyone recommend good womens running shoes to correct over pronation?
Edit: Thighs - NOT things!
I use Asics nimbus for this, on my 3rd pair. They seem to help but not as much as I'd like.
I have mixed feelings on this. I went to an actual running store and got a rec. for over pronation for brooks with extra support. After running in the shoes for a while I started having shin/knee issues. I switched to minimal support shoes and have had no issues since... I think it may be because I feel my form/foot strike more but I hope you find a fix.
Thank you, I hope I find a fix too. My runs kept getting weirder and I really just thought I was getting older/slower.
Then I caught myself in the mirror the other day and notice my knees were turned inward. Freaked me out pretty bad. Feeling super stupid that I didnt notice it before too.
You're welcome. May also want to check this out.. How to fix Knee Valgus - Posture Direct
Omg!!! I have the same problem. I just started running in some hoka cliftons and I absolutely LOVE them. But the key for me was getting insoles, they provide more support of my arch than anything else. The hoka insole combo helps with arch support and protection from the impact of road running.
For moderate or for losing form during a long run Brooks ravenna are class. My go to shoe.
I have moderate over pronation, and ASICS have been very good to me.
I have a mild over pronation, and have been running in Mizuno Wave Inspire for the past 10 years. I had a quick dabble with Altra zero drop and Hoka, but got back to Inspire after a short while.
What are some other models that provide some support, but are still light and responsive, to do interval and tempo sessions in? I have a pair of Puma Deviate that I like, but not convinced they are the best fit for my feet.
For context I’m 6.2 and short of 190 lbs.
Saucony Tempus is often cited as the fastest shoe for overpronators. Worth checking V2 that I believe came out last year
I'm a long time Wave Rider fan, so I totally feel you coming back to the Inspire after trying other brands. Mizuno's quality is really, really hard to beat and, although slowly, I think they are doing a good job at making both models lighter than the past.
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I have a pair of Saucony Tempus (uk8) and a pair of Puma Foreverrun Nitros (uk7.5). For me, the Tempus pressed into my medial arch and were almost uncomfortable for the first 50km or so. They do seem firmer, but also more restrictive around the big toe.
The Nitros are easier to wear, not intrusive at all. I was initially worried about reviews saying they are a low-volume shoe but they just feel super comfy. Only downside is compared to the Tempus they feel a bit fudgy at pace. More of an easy rider I guess
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Yeah, the temps acutally hurt to run in. The arch is so high. Had to go back to nb4.
Doctors of Running has recently made a video on this. I think they say Hoka Rocket x 3 is a good one. Look up their "stable neutral" list.
I used to be you; wore Inspires for many years. I took advice from a podiatrist who basically dismissed the need for stability-specific shoes, and recommended I go with what's most comfortable.
I've tried loads of different brands and shoe types over the last few years and have settled on Adidas for racing/workouts, but Mizuno fit my feet best for everything else. I highly recommend the new Riders - they are super-comfortable and are supportive when the mileage gets high or fast
Brooks Hyperion 2 GTS probably the only stability tempo shoe out there, Hyperion 3 is out they are neutral but pretty stable.
Other options you can try are Saucony Endorphin Speed 5, Adidas Adios Pro 3, Puma Velocity Nitro 4... Basically looking for something not overly soft, maybe lower stack shoes.
I have the first Hyperion GTS and it is a great shoe for sure. Super fast!
There aren't too many stability performance shoes on the market. Two options are Saucony Tempus 2 and Puma Foreverrun Nitro 2. Both are versatile and capable of picking up the pace. I set a couple of PRs running in Saucs. If your pronation is mild, you can also check out some stable neutral models. Although the Asics Superblast 2 is a neutral model, it runs like a stable neutral shoe to me. The wide sole flaring and raised sidewalls provide adequate guidance. Inspires, Tempus, and Foreverrun don't even come close to the Superblast's performance level.
Looking for suggestions from those who overpronate, what shoes do you like or have you found that worked well? I usually pick a neutral shoe and add inserts, but would like to find something where I wouldn't need the inserts.
Nike Structures!
So I basically struggle with supination. My shoes go really bad within a few months and I need to change that. What insoles should I add ? Everything I see is for pronation or it’s super expensive. Any cheap options that will work for me. Another question: Should I even add an insole to my Nike Metcon 9 that I wear to the gym. Should I add to my running shoes ? Please help me.
I’d suggest a visit to a podiatrist as they can best assess and guide you on insoles and/or types of footwear that are best
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Shoes made for runners that “over pronate” is a marketing tactic. You’ll be fine racing in whatever is comfortable and works for you. Joshua Cheptagei races in whatever Nike tells him to and he still throws down some crazy impossible times. The marathon is a very long distance, wear the lightest possible shoe that absorbs the abuse that comes with running 26.2 miles for your body weight and works within your budget. Best of luck to you!
I have run in asics metaspeed for the last three marathons but about to switch to the adizero for the next one
Switching to Adizero on the note of more stability or any other reasons cause meta speed also race day shoe.. right..
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Try solereview.com. But adizero are ranked best
Sure.. yeah.. heard that from couple of other runners too..
My wife uses Adidas Adios Pro 3, which she bought based on positive comments from other over pronators and she was happy in them for her recent marathon.
Thanks.. I’ll check .. but all the carbon plated ones are mentioned as neutral..
Hello, any runners out there ? 🏃🏼♀️ I'm looking for some running trainers which provide high cushioning also stability for over pronators. My feet tend to turn inwards causing most of the weight to push on the inside of my foot. As a result I get a lot of pain when walking even as well as when doing exercise. Does anyone else struggle with this and have any advice on good trainers ??
I have ~8° of over probation and Saucony's guide 17 really helped. 500km down with them and no problems.
For high cushioning the Saucony Hurricane 24 has great stability and fantastic cushioning. More a stability max cushion shoe, where the guide is a stability daily trainer.
I’d recommend going to a physio if you are feeling pain just walking. Sounds serious.
I’d also go to a shoe shop that specialises in running: the people there can give you recommendations based on seeing your feet and how you run.
Thankyou everyone for the advice! Will definitely look into this!
I overpronate too and used to get lots of foot and ankle problems. I did find that getting good shoes helped.
I also agree that going to a running store and getting gait analysis is a good idea, some can even measure your feet to help you get the right size.
Otherwise, sounds like you should try the Kayanos and Glycerins. I have yet to try the Guide.
Hey… I am a super beginner and had to change my running shoes so I got tested and found out I’m have an overpronation when I run so they advice me to buy proper shoes for this. Any advice?
Most people over probate and may or may not need correction. Were you having any issues prior? I’m not opposed to stability shoes, but have found some to create other compensatory issues, and some pronation can be addressed with insoles. Good luck and break the shoes in gradually.
Try on as many shoes as possible, when you find 4 or 5 you like run in them on the treadmill at a running store for at least 5min per pair and then buy the 2 or 3 favourites which you then need to run in for 5 km's or so to get a real feel. Make sure that your running shop let's you return after one run or you will end up with a lot of expensive gardening shoes.
I ended up with mizuno wave inspire 17, everyone says they are crap but the so called good ones really do not work for me
Good luck, it's a process but can be fun (if you're into that kind of thing)
I have had several pairs of Inspires and I really like them. Currently using Saucony Guides but I am strongly thinking of switching back to inspires next time.
I really like the New Balance Fuelcell Prisms. I used to run in the Brooks Ravena, but they seem too hard for me know. The Prisms are soft but still feel reactive. They are also light but enough padding for longer runs. They are a good all around trainer. You can do speed work or long runs in them.
Wave 17 and brooks adrenaline gts 21
I second the Brooks Adrenaline. I have mild pronation
Another vote for Brooks here, my feet are as flat as Holland😏
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Great review man! I prefer the New-Balance-1540v3.
Recently did a running gait analysis as I’ve had chronic runner’s knee for years on my left side. Recommended a stability shoe, but not insoles, due to my left side over pronating. I am running in Nike Vomero 17 in the picture.
I was wondering what a good stability shoe would be for light pronation. Should I go with a Brooks Glycerin GTS to get some more support but try to keep the neutral shoe feeling that I like? Was also looking at Saucony Guide or NB 860.
As a PT who performs running gait analysis, I wouldn’t put too much stock into these findings. First of all, your pronation on the right is probably similar to the left. Your PT didn’t capture the sagittal plane of your right foot with the camera (you may notice your right foot is externally rotated), which throws the ankle pronation measurement off. It’s not really significant pronation, either. Pronation is an overvalued metric as well. That is a small window between your knees, however. What did your hip look like? Any significant hip drop?
I wouldn’t place your particular case in a stability shoe without lower leg tendinopathy present. Even then, I’d be doing a trial of strengthening first unless the tendon really needed to be offloaded. Most issues with pronation are just a load capacity problem. Just my two cents.
Related question: What kind of strengthening exercises do you recommend for pronation and weak arch?
Crazy question but my husband has crazy over pronation and he struggles to exercise to the ability he know he can because he can never find the right shoe. He’s in constant pain while exercising. Do you do any virtual consults?
As another PT I agree. More interested in the hips here.
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On a side note, it would be great to dream that one day we will stop seeing the “best shoe for overpronator” posts
The best thing I ever did was move away from stability shoes after years of being told I was an over pronator. Stability shoes suck the fun out of running. Go neutral and do some strength work. Shoes don't fix knee pain.
I had some guy at a running store in Houston tell me I overpronated back about 20 years ago and I wore stability shoes for most of those 20 years. When I restarted distance running in 2022 I suspected I wasn’t and an ortho confirmed there’s no overpronation at all. I love neutral shoes compared to Kayanos. So get double checked before your decide to marry stability shoes.
It’s as if the whole “you need stability shoes” is a commercial scam …
“Normal pronation is 6-8 deg” what’s this BS? Ever seen Cheptegei (5k/10k WR holder) run? You need to focus on strengthening your hips and glutes. Stability shoes won’t remove what’s causing the pain
I'm sympathetic with the spirit of your point, but I wouldn't exactly consider the pictured ankle "normal." 😄
Yeah pronation is one of the most overrated things people focus on when it comes to running and injuries…
Bro you're normal, keep running in your Vomero. As other have already mentioned add some strengthening (glutes, core, ankles)
Are there any shoes that can fix this much overpronation or should I just focus on strength and stretching instead?
Don’t see any major red flags. If no issues, just run in a neutral shoe. It’s a natural motion and some of the most efficient runners in the word have massive pronation. Strengthening can never hurt. Stretching won’t do anything for this.
Only go to support shoes if you have issues that you can’t fix with proper build-up of milage and strengthening.
I tend to get pain in my achilles after a few miles or at faster speeds which is why I feel like it needs fixing. I use to overpronate when I ran competitively 5 years ago but was never an issue then.
Achilles tendon pain can have many causes, not the least of which is overuse. You have a midfoot strike, which means you put a lit of load on your achilles in catching your landing. Make sure you have shoes that don’t irritate your achilles (sometimes helps me to loosen up the top laces). See if foregoing faster paces for a period of time helps.
Are you building up miles at the moment?
I switched from neutral to stability shoes for the same reason. Stopped all littles aches after a few weeks. I’m very happy with the NB Vongo 6 and the Puma forever run Nitro.
I've commented many times recently about how much I'm loving the Vongo v6. The Vongo doesn't seem to draw much attention. It's a nice soft shoe that isn't stacked to the sky, encourages a mid foot strike, and the stability doesn't get in my face. Since you like Vongo and Puma, I'll consider Puma.
I bought the puma because of the great reviews on runrepeatrun.com. https://runrepeat.com/puma-forever-run-nitro And they live up to it.
Brooks Adrenaline 24s helped me literally overnight. Best purchase I’ve made in this realm.
Because they allowed me to run so much further/ longer/ more frequently I think my strength has caught up and not even sure I need stability shoes any more; going to experiment next pair
Good for achilles issues op is having
Do both. Stability shoes and strengthening.
Maybe the Nike Zoom Structure line-up?
best running shoes for overpronation
Key Considerations for Running Shoes for Overpronation:
Support and Stability: Look for shoes that provide extra support and stability to help control overpronation. Features like a medial post or a firmer foam on the inner side can help.
Cushioning: Adequate cushioning is essential for comfort and shock absorption. Look for shoes with good midsole cushioning to protect your joints.
Fit and Comfort: Ensure the shoes fit well, with enough room in the toe box and a snug fit around the heel. A proper fit helps prevent blisters and discomfort.
Arch Support: Choose shoes that cater to your arch type. Overpronators often benefit from shoes with moderate to high arch support.
Durability: Consider the materials and construction of the shoe. A durable shoe will withstand the wear and tear of regular running.
Recommendations:
ASICS Gel-Kayano: Known for its excellent stability and cushioning, it features a Dynamic DuoMax support system to help control overpronation.
Brooks Adrenaline GTS: This shoe offers a balanced mix of support and cushioning, with a GuideRails system that keeps your feet aligned.
Saucony Guide: Offers a good combination of support and comfort, with a comfortable fit and responsive cushioning.
New Balance 860: Provides great stability and cushioning, making it a solid choice for overpronators.
Takeaway: When selecting running shoes for overpronation, prioritize support, cushioning, and fit. It's also a good idea to visit a specialty running store for a gait analysis and personalized recommendations.
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