This article was co-authored by Kai Ng and by wikiHow staff writer, Amber Crain. Kai Ng is a USATF and RRCA Certified Running Coach at Run Coach Kai. Kai has competed in over 55 races and over 15 marathons, and has trained with 16x USA and World record holder Patti Catalano Dillonso. He specializes in coaching runners of all levels and showing people that everyone can be a runner. Kai is committed to helping his clients reach their goals by showing them how to run with proper form and holding them accountable to train consistently.
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As a runner, you know that quality shoes are important, but how do you know when to replace your current pair? In this article, we'll cover all the tell-tale signs that your running shoes have seen better days, from visible damage to stability and tread issues. We'll also explain how worn out shoes can affect your performance and provide some tips for extending the life of your shoes. Read on for our complete guide!
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- ↑ https://www.aapsm.org/replace_shoes.html
- ↑ https://www.aapsm.org/replace_shoes.html
- ↑ https://runningmagazine.ca/sections/gear/how-often-should-you-replace-your-shoes/
- ↑ https://health.uconn.edu/orthopedics-sports-medicine/2017/08/12/finding-the-right-running-shoe/
- ↑ https://www.avera.org/balance/therapy-and-rehabilitation/4-signs-your-shoes-are-worn-out/
- ↑ https://www.trailrunnermag.com/gear/5-ways-to-extend-the-life-of-your-beat-up-old-running-shoes/
- ↑ https://runningmagazine.ca/sections/gear/5-signs-you-need-new-running-shoes/
- ↑ https://marathonhandbook.com/when-to-replace-running-shoes/
- ↑ https://health.clevelandclinic.org/the-most-common-running-injuries-plus-how-to-treat-them/
- ↑ https://runningmagazine.ca/sections/gear/5-signs-you-need-new-running-shoes/
- ↑ https://thefoothub.com.au/top-5-signs-time-replace-running-shoes/
- ↑ https://www.womensrunning.com/gear/shoes/running-shoes-last-longer-7-tips/
- ↑ https://runningmagazine.ca/sections/gear/5-simple-tips-to-make-your-running-shoes-last-longer/