Do You Need New Run Shoes? | When To Replace Your Running Shoes

[@gtn]

Do you wear your shoes until they fall apart or replace them regularly? Let us know!

[@arcticrunning8370]

You dont throw away tired running shoes, they simple retire to everyday shoes.

[@lurwas]

I have three shelves now with everyday shoes.

[@peterparahuz7094]

@@lurwas ok, you can start throwing away

[@arcticrunning8370]

@@lurwas I also have a "tiny" problem! lol

[@zfjames]

Lol, this is so true.

[@prpapas]

I used to do this but I wear out the outsole (outer corner of heels) first - so they still have decent cushion, but in 300 miles I'd need to rebuild the heels with Shoe Goo about 5-6 times. Otherwise "retired' shoes would cause misalignment even when just walking. If you don't wear out outer soles unevenly or otherwise make your shoes lopsided, then, sure why not use them as casual shoes.

[@christophebourgeois4266]

Used my €150 running shoes for to long (1200km), and have spend over €800 on recovery therapy for ITBS as a result

[@Itsmebuddy98]

I wore the same pair of runners for 8 years, was wondeirng why I was always sore and injured until a running friend looked at the soles and her mouth just fell open. Now been wearing a new pair of shoes for the last few months and have never felt so pain free!! I did not realise you needed to replace them so often, I always thought if they can still tie up, then they're all good to go.

[@kmsingh8539]

I watched 10 videos on when to replace shoes , this guy gives the best most reliable advice.

[@slyfer5321]

Except it's a gal

[@evantozer]

I probably wear mine far longer than I should. Used runners make great lounge wear and lawn mowing footwear though. I still have a pair of Nike free’s from 10+ years ago

[@andreasfreitag1997]

Have a pair of frees with >5000km. No issue with >120km/week back in the serious running days :)

[@kumarvipinverma]

Using Nike free almost 5 years , only in last 2 months used them for around 500 km still comfortable.

[@MrMacroVision]

if the foam is compressed, does it becomes a racing flat?

[@GGori_99]

Same thought

[@bopete3204]

No, because the point of a racing flat is to be light, and a flattened shoe isn't any lighter.

[@dylanhumber-kelly826]

This means I would have to replace my running shoes every 2 months. I’m sure my parents will be over the moon to hear this news 😆

[@kenrickhk]

Yeah lol, that thing ain't cheap in my country

[@wy3131]

Such marketing message to replace at 300-400 miles, more money for those with commercial interests! For those who are not being sponsored and have freebies to throw away such as myself, I watch the sole wear (tend to be outer heel and mid foot), replace when significantly worn and/or other significant damages. Easily double the ‘recommended’ mileage.

[@cpi_productionscreatoxx6289]

Moved over to using Merrell Direct Running shoes. Since then it does not really matter, if any other shoe is worn out or not. If your feet are well conditioned and sustainable, and you do your proper stretching after every run, the risk of getting injured is virtually = 0. Only other pair of shoes I'm using are the ones I stayed with since me starting to do endurance sports, Nike Downshifter. Cheap, extremely light weight, and durable. Weight is my primary criteria for a shoe. If the shoe is light weight, it makes you faster. Simple logic... Light weight also helps you for the longer distances. Any additional gramm carried beyond 25-30km, your legs will pay back. One important thing to mention however. If you move over to direct running shoes, make sure to do it slowly, bit by bit, over a time of, let's say, at least 6 month. If you're used to softened shoes that spoil your feet with comfort, you are nowhere near conditioned to use those kind of shoes. I'd replace them once a year, running around 1500-2000km a year. Merrell primarly for trails, but also good for not-as-long street runs. The Downshifter is my asphalt racer, but I'd use it for trails as well. For sure one wants to be wary if the ground is soaked up, uneven and/or muddy. Always pay attention to the ground you're running!

[@lukesperling564]

I started keeping track of hours in the shoe instead of miles because last year I had work and only had my trainers. The mid soles were completely shot after five days, and I had only used them for around 100 miles.

[@Ajumi-]

this is amazing! Thankyou for all those information

[@Cinestesic]

Used my Salomon speedcross for around 1500km, the sole was still ok, and never had any issues or felt any kind of pain or injuries. I only retired them cause the sole detached from the shoe. I think it comes to the condition of the sole, and how comfortable they feel. 400km seem really low mileage for a good quality shoe that costs 150€ or more.

[@WaltRBuck]

Hmm, I have around 2000km on my shoes. In fact, I'm not really sure how they still have bottoms on them as most of the harder rubber wore off of them about 300km ago. Anyway, I suspect it's time for new shoes.

[@today-nl]

Amazing amount of insights, thanks!

[@nicksaveka5078]

Yeah Ive just bought a new pair of shoes 4 weeks out from my first 50K ultra. I noticed my legs were getting really sore in my old ones, but I also was alot heavier past 3 months 111kg at one stage.. Now im down to 101kg ish, hoping to be 98kg in 2 weeks time for the Ultra.

[@wrathofares666]

The outsole is being sacrificed for weight in alot of trainers nowadays, therefore the outsole will wear alot faster, for example the hoka one one clifton 6 after a few runs the outsole scrubs up alot, after 200 miles it looks rough but still has plenty of life in them.

[@ifonly2675]

Very true. And any "experienced" runner will feel when it's time to change. A bit like a running Jedi

[@neilreynolds432]

Have a few different pairs (makes) and alternate them daily and found this helped with injury prevention. So every run in a different pair.

[@davidb6961]

I only run about 20+ kilometres a week on hard surface but on his guide my shoes need replacing after 30 weeks!! I've had my current pair for over 3 years. Time for a new pair😁

[@Boababa-fn3mr]

30 weeks is a good life expectancy for shoes

[@mcgowan273]

96kg and running 25 miles a week means running could get expensive!

[@olivergrohe6495]

I use different shoes for different runs. Adidas ultra boost 20 are probably my fave, good for slow and tempo runs

[@peterparahuz7094]

6:52 "dont put them on air vents" (i.e. on heated air) 6:36 puts them under the radiator :D

[@giovanbattistafichera8439]

ahahah somebody wasn't listening :D

[@DigininjaRobin]

The way I see it is that as the mids compress the shoes become more like bare foot running shoes which work well for some people. I'm slowly retiring a pair of 2 year old trail shoes because the tread is giving out and there is a hole in the top. I never have any pain running in them and while they feel different to the new pair I'm breaking in, there is no obvious difference in feel after a run. I say change your shoes when they stop feeling right and till then save your money.

[@Anwrimos23]

I have over 1500 km with an average New Balance pair of shoes (costed 100 $), i run in every terrain from road to mountain and I have no pains. I only replaced the back because it was torn, for 5 $... I am not a sponsored athlete to change shoes every 400 km... I think change so often is overkill only for pro or semi- pro athletes

[@MikeSmith-ni5eh]

Hey. I replace mine funny enough every 450-500km. I’ve had loads of calf injuries so I dint take the chance. I now use an ASICS Noosa FF instead of the Gel 21. Much better & lighter. 👍👍

[@barefootbeachrunner9498]

I change them about every 800-1000 km They then become my runners for work I work in a gym and pool leisure centre Years ago when i first stsrted running i used to get joint pain and shin splints After spending time with a running physio i realised a few things I was hanging on to my runners for way to long I have found my regular brand now that works well for me and i buy the last of the model at the sales times so i buy them usually around 50-60 % off Or from online stores who regularly have great prices Lets be honest when you run upto 4000 k per year i dont want to be spending 300-400 everytime i buy new runners

[@prpapas]

TRUTH @ 8:33 ... False economy risking injury just to save a little money. For most, replacing shoes at 300 miles would essentially mean one extra pair per year. Or $100ish per year. Or $2/week to avoid injuries. Totally worth it.

[@stevegraham3041]

6331 miles on my Luna Origen running sandals and still got life

[@hebrews11vs5]

Amazing distance!

[@joelofarc13]

I usually rotate between 2 pairs of road shoes and 2 pairs of trail shoes, but I probably tend to push the mileage past when I should. My question right now is how can you tell if a shoe is for long distance.

[@2808879]

Some sage advice here. Thank you.

[@ifonly2675]

Very simple. I let my knees let me know when it's time to get new shoes

[@peterparahuz7094]

do they also tell you whether rain is coming?

[@Boababa-fn3mr]

I do the same with my shins. Not sure if that's really a good idea, though; if you're in discomfort or pain, it's already too late.

[@Wolfsburg639]

So can I replace insoles and limp them along a bit longer?

[@xwing8675]

I just checked and I have almost 1000 miles on my Bondi's. So you're saying it's time for a new pair?

[@paeden5431]

What brand of shoe was that you were wearing ?! 😐

[@giovanbattistafichera8439]

@@paeden5431 it's a HOKA ONE ONE model. A plush one.

[@dr_bean]

1000 km is the bottom line :D I feel like the manufacturer's recommendations are very extreme. I have a 3-piece road shoe rotation cycle, so I notice when one of them doesn't feel good anymore

[@felipemartinez7092]

I learned a lot with this video, thanks for sharing.

[@Thankful_n_Grateful]

I Agree with better be safe than sorry & replace shoes sooner rather than later...

[@giovanbattistafichera8439]

This is why you need a shoe rotation. Keep a pair or two for easy days, one for tempo/fast workouts and another for racing. Or just buy an altra escalante, which is quite good for all of these imho.

[@gregread973]

I weigh around 175 lbs. I find that I need to replace every 350 miles. My joints feel it post run when i approach 350 miles.

[@GodzillaGoesGaga]

I would like to know if anyone has resoled their shoes. Adding another layer of vibram rubber would give more cushion and add longevity.

[@hinataristina]

Hey everyone, does anyone know where I can recycle old running shoes responsibly? I want to make sure they don't end up in a landfill, for example somewhere in Africa. Thanks in advance for any info!

[@dnulty10]

Have a pair of Brooks Ghost 12 over 900km and like new... Have a new pair of them to compare to

[@peterparahuz7094]

you must have literally flown the 900 km

[@PhilippBorn]

400-500km. Don't feel like taking risks and retire them with life left, rather then when it's basically too late.

[@haroldhdknoxstreet-glide5331]

Well replacing a 150-200.-€ shoe every 3,5-4 months isn’t a small amount of money. Usually my bikes cost me less than that...😂 or swim wear...hey that’s at the most sufficient 😂😎 love the information

[@peterparahuz7094]

I'm also shocked how often shoes should be replaced. but he has a good point. fixing knees can get a lot more expensive.

[@MrMisuma]

I love my Brooks, but I haven’t even had them for a year and they’re ready to be replaced.

[@gtn]

It does depend on how many miles they have done. How far have you ran this year since you got them?

[@MrMisuma]

@@gtn I weigh 90 kilos and I’ve run about 190 km/118 miles this year. Plus some walking in them. Thanks in advance 🙏😊

[@GGori_99]

There are for some people.. £100 running shoes are dead expensive..

[@TheFuzzyskwerl]

What about older shoes on discount? If you buy a shoe that’s sat in a box for a year (or longer), are these ok or should you rather buy something which has been made recently?

[@gtn]

Boxfresh - still good to go!

[@ferrariaddy]

Do running shoes also need rest ?

[@askingwhy123]

I'm remembering Heather's closet tour and the pile of shoes... Clearly the Olympic trainers are keepers, but what about the several other pairs? I'm imagining all the GTN hosts doing a Marie Kondo-style goodbye ceremony to bid farewell to well-loved (and well-worn) companions ;-)

[@heatherfell_oly]

I'm terrible at saying goodbye ;(

[@cinthyalc1162]

this explains A LOT

[@bendonkin9449]

*sponsored by ON running shoes* 😂

[@giovanbattistafichera8439]

their trail line is utter crap. Had a pair of cloudventure for testing. O.M.G. the heel padding just disintegrated after just 50k in them.

[@xGshikamaru]

Your shoe lifespan in miles is mine in km. Cannot get past the 450km mark before it's all falling apart.

[@activelivingchallenger4298]

Wow this guy really knows what he is talking about. I was expecting more generic advice. But I do think 300 miles is a little low but I could be doing this wrong the whole time.

[@dporso]

Legal!!! Também utilizo jornal para retirar a umidade dos tênis de corrida. Forte abraço a todos!!!

[@AnthonyMcqueen1987]

Every 4 to 6 months at most if your are training consistently.

[@jesse469]

Every 500 miles

[@markstacey2906]

In the early days of ultra padded running shoes I destroyed a pair in less than 100 miles...

[@jacobriis7859]

I have a pair of shoes that have done 2100 km!

[@prebenmartinussen7674]

Newer vould i run less than 500 Miles in a par off shues

Well I always felt the old “runnies” went to a farm upstate.

[@peterparahuz7094]

maybe they can be recycled into grocery bags, or glue.

[@geert574]

700 miles is boloney by that metric a 200 dollar shoe lasts 3 months that would be bankruptcy of sports brands 😆 just don't drag your feet and don't do lateral movements and you can easily add a 0, my ultraboosts go years and years, have a couple in rotation so the shoe can fully air out on its vacation days it's not like I'm friggin Kipchoge

[@mohamedfarah815]

Keep it up

[@klanyboyd]

Your health is more expensive than your shoes:)

[@DCassidy42]

What is a run shoe? Is that a shoe you use for a single run? British grammar is one of the few things I'll never be able to wrap my head around.

[@CTPotts-co6bg]

I believe they are referring to shoes for racing (competing) in. When I was a swimmer we had swimsuits specifically for racing in, and it was typically higher tech, tighter fitting material that wore out quicker than the more durable (slower) materials we trained in.

[@luthzafri]

5 minutes? damn i'm fast

[@hoodedhillhopper2408]

I use my worn out shoes to jog with my wife and kids...

[@lalithrockz]

If you run a 5k everyday then you can wear them out in 2yrs or more.

[@Try2Tri]

I'm sorry, but in what world do you live when you say running shoes are not expensive? Do you think everyone can afford €120 on running shoes alone every half year? Can someone please tell mister Jewell that poverty is still existing?

[@activelivingchallenger4298]

I don’t think he meant to offend. He prob works with athletes who are willing to spend a lot more on shoes than ur avg runner. And he also said it’s cheap relative to the potential damage u could be doing to ur body in the long run.

[@kate804]

This is why I wish Sports Direct was in Europe, their price points are the reason I have running shoes in the first place 😂😅. (They have a U.K.-based eBay outlet too)

[@liammcleod159]

It would be a shame if you wore barefoot shoes and the only part of it it the outsole ;)

[@JeremyBenfield]

I try to replace my shoes responsibly.

[@drshovelhands9315]

This is really hard...I hate having a stack of unrunnable nonbiodegradeable waste lying around. I wish running shoes were more ethical to consume :(

[@Magani79]

average 3 miles a week = replace shoes after 2 years

[@ferrariaddy]

With this current pandemic, would wearing an elevation mask during a run session serve the purpose of a face mask also ??

[@dumitrelsafca3280]

Why would you need to wear a mask during an activity that requires a huge amount of oxygen to get to your body and that is happening outdoors?

[@DCassidy42]

You shouldn't need to wear a mask unless you're running with someone else in close contact.

[@josh6178]

My understanding is the elevation mask increases air resistance on the inhale, and would do little on the exhale. The mandated masks are to prevent you from spreading /your/ germs and have little effect on the air you're breathing in. If your air is coming out or through the mask - it's mostly cosmetic.

[@paulgibson3248]

6 month in the trash or homeless shelter no matter what!

[@happyyorkshireman9250]

Please remove the music in the background , so annoying !

[@lc8827]

Aww dee dahs

[@diegoyuiop]

Better to run barefoot, then!