How to Lace Running Shoes // For Morton's Neuroma, Bunions, and Wide Feet

In this video I demonstrate how to lace running shoes for conditions like Morton's Neuroma, bunions, and wide feet. Try this volume lacing hack for numbness, tingling, or pain at the balls of your feet or toes. Check out this other lacing trick! • How to Lace Running Sh...
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This is Part 2 in a series of videos demonstrating the best running shoe lacing techniques to help over come the annoying, and sometimes painful, issues caused by a shoe that is not quite cooperating. If your shoe feels 95% amazing but has that one pressure point that is driving you crazy, or the heel keeps slipping, or its squeezing the front of your foot a bit too much be sure to check out this great shoe lacing video resource!
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About this Video:
In this video Jordan Bennett from FOREVERun shows how to lace shoe laces to relieve foot and toe numbness, tingling, pain, and pressure for Morton's Neuroma, Bunions, and wide feet. This is one of the best running shoe lacing technique if your running shoes are a little too tight around the balls of your feet. This lacing for bunions and Morton's neuroma is great for tight fitting shoes squeezing the metatarsal heads. If you are experiencing tight shoes toe pain or toe numbness be sure to watch this video on how to lace shoes for comfort. This is one part in a series of videos demonstrating the best running shoe lacing techniques.

[@FOREVERun]

What is the ONE thing that is keeping you from running? Let's get you out there!

[@blardmann]

I can't be arsed.

[@TeddyDub17]

Under foot pain and a about a little bit above my ankle starts burning and makes me stop when I jog

[@stayfro123]

Shin splints. When I walk, I feel completely normal. As soon as I make the tiniest hop, I feel pain like my shin bones are going to snap in two. I stopped trying to get back into running and this pain went away. I was really bummed out because I used to enjoy running.

[@FOREVERun]

@@TeddyDub17 That’s no fun! Have you found a solution yet?

[@FOREVERun]

@@stayfro123 Ah man. That stinks. Sometimes just finding the right shoe can make all the difference in the world. Coupling that with an insole to support the arch and the rest of the structure up your leg will have reduced loads placed on them. Have you been to a specialty running store to have an experience fitter help you out?

[@sergeorgedizon2866]

I ran 19 miles last week and got bilateral bunionettes. Today ran the same miles using your lacing advice and I have no painful bunionettes! Thank you, I thought I was going to have to quit running for a while.

[@MarknoblesAcidhouseparty]

Mate ! i cannot tell you how much relief this has given me , if i could like this video twice i would. i've tried all different types of ways to lace up my shoes , and you right it is obvious , but only once you know ! good lookin out !!

[@elliott972]

I saw this and just had to try it. Can’t believe it works. I have wide feet so I skipped the first two. Instantly felt the relief. Now I don’t have to throw away pair of expensive shoes.

[@FOREVERun]

Nice! I’m glad this helped! Thank you for watching!

[@ruffeyx]

dude i just tried this today. this CHANGED things for me, forever! i cant thank you enough for this simple tips yet super effective!!

[@juliano.dellamea]

It worked beautifully! Great way to stretch new shoes also. Thank you so much.

[@sandracoulter244]

Thanks so much it makes such a difference! I have bunions and wide feet. My left foot the shoe was so tight across the top I didn’t lace thru the eyelet on the tongue, so much better! 🙏🏻❤️

[@1976barrow]

Cannot believe the difference this has made. Thanks so much.

[@victorbarba4125]

Thanks so much for this tip, I bought a new pair of trail running shoes, and on the first run I had a lot of pain on the right feet because it was to tight, then I loose the laces but on the downhill I got two blisters, so I think with this hack I'll be fine, as I already done it, and I feel my toes a lot less compressed, and I can tight the laces as much as I want now without having that issue. Cheers mate!

[@iloveny22]

This helped I ran a ruck run and wow for the first time my foot didn’t take me out but the actual length of the run!

[@user-xw8dq6fs9k]

It really helped my wide feet. Thank you so much.✌

[@kendrickchee]

🤯thanks for this bro - literally and absolutely fixed my foot and new shoes problem !

[@nnapsR]

this is a great tip, i have already changed all my shoes to this lacing, I used to run, can not longer run, had my left knee replaced, twice, same knee, in 3 years, but i do lift and even my lifting shoes were causing discomfort, ty

[@a_real_one2000]

Just bought some running shoes. Night & day difference. So simple. Thanks for video.

[@FOREVERun]

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching!

[@falconx1709]

It works like magic. I have a wide feet and it used to hurt when i first ran in my pegasus 37. After adjusting the laces, i my feet doesn't hurt at all! Thanks man

[@carsonmcilhatton1]

Have Pegasus 37 and ran two 5 mile runs. Feet in so much pain on the outside. Hopefully the is helps

[@jonimzari1687]

@@carsonmcilhatton1 some feet are just too wide for Nikes. They run the most narrow of all shoe brands.

[@MartinLopes]

@@carsonmcilhatton1 did it work?

[@FOREVERun]

Nice! Glad it worked! Thank you for following up! And, thanks for watching!

[@FOREVERun]

@@carsonmcilhatton1 How did it go?

[@HanazawaEternalIce]

Thank you ! So I have these fancy pair of converse not exactly running shoes but hey ho but they have been uncomfortably tight since the day I brought them, even though I've tried to make them loose but it hadn't worked. I brought some silicon heel guards that have worked but my toes still feel tight This method has helped me wear them !

[@bekemdangiu]

It works pretty nice for my wide feet. Big thank mate.

[@earthvamarathi]

That really works... Thanks a lot man!!

[@KayJay-lc3cv]

Before your video I had the first two sets/pair of eyelets very loosely strung, but with your suggestion I totally eliminated stringing the first two set of eyelets and started stringing my new extra wide tennis shoes at the third set of eyelets and they feel even better, though I haven't used them on the tennis court yet. Thanks!

[@12GaugePadawan]

Wow! Way to think outside of the toe box! 😆 This is an epiphany! 💯

[@snugzgiddens3238]

Man I can’t say it enough. THANK YOU! Every running shoe that I’ve owned over the past years have completely killed my feet on the outside portion and I’ve googled and looked and it’s really hard to find anything on it and I feel pretty stupid for not thinking about this. I just purchased the Nike invincible run threes hoping they would be a little bit better but haven’t been able to wear them because of the foot pain after just 30 minutes or so but as I type this I’m on mile 3 of 4 walking my dogs and I’ve had the shoes on for hours without any pain at all. You definitely earned a subscriber.

[@MichaelP11]

How do the invincible 3s feel under foot. Are they squishy??

[@Amos319]

You are the best! This worked with my HOKA running shoe. Thank you@

[@wristray8775]

Seems I have similar foot and toes like you. With bigger shoes there is heel slippage with little change in front foot comfort. Will try your tips, I have a feeling they will work like a charm.

[@audreyscakes]

Seriously ! Wow, something so simple . Thank you , just laced my shoes, will try it out tomorrow on a run. I’ve been experiencing numbness on the second and third toe and sharp pain, hope this works .

[@FOREVERun]

Thanks for watching! How did it work out for you?

[@audreyscakes]

@@FOREVERun it helped but i recently found out I have mortons neuroma so working on that now.

[@beemoua6615]

Amazing difference with my new shoes!

[@mdsmith1019]

Wowwww that really worked. I have a pair of normal width shoes that actually fit when I did this hack. Gives me hope that I can squeeze into a 2e instead of just a 4e.

[@FOREVERun]

Awesome! I’m glad it helped! Thank you for watching!

[@protean260]

Thanks a lot. You solved my problem and saved me.

[@daemonium738]

Man you changed my life. My lower back pain is gone. I work 9+ a day on my feet in a pizzeria lol I’m 28 with back pains of a 79 yr old. This tho *chefs kiss*

[@Coolrunnings.]

This just changed my life!!!

[@FOREVERun]

Yes! I’m glad it helped! Best wishes! Thank you for watching!

[@mathubalan4887]

Thanks for your idea, this is very useful for me👍

[@AndreinaDuven]

Thank you! Such an easy solution.

[@FOREVERun]

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching!

[@hectormerc350]

omg im gonna try this tomorrow at work. im in so much pain everyday

[@patrickt955]

This worked, Thank you!!

[@minecraft1z]

It work very well, my shoes now feel very good.

[@venquflames3002]

This is good for other shoes except the vans those make it tighter for some reason but one way I did it was by put the laces on while my foot was inside the shoe and it feels great

[@claireshandsathome9362]

Brilliant ideas, thanks so much xxx

[@AndyChandlerSC]

Can’t thank you enough for this video. Just bought some new Brooks and a mile in the outer sides of my feet hurt ALOT coming off the platform. Remembered your video and fixed it perfectly!

[@ZliVeN]

Hey! I just got home the Brooks launch 9. And just as in this video, they feel a bit tight on the exact same spot. I have made the lacing technique but can still feel a bit of tension. Do you feel that the shoe got wider after a couple of runs?

[@AndyChandlerSC]

@@ZliVeN No. I ended up returning them. I went for another run and the lacing helped but ultimately they ended up hurting too much.

[@movemorenowjames]

Have issues with Morton’s neuroma in the past , luckily things improved but love the video ... and content! Just subscribed ... set up my own channel own only 3 weeks ago so will be sharing your good advice! (Will reference you!) ... james 🇬🇧

[@FOREVERun]

Awesome, thank you, sir! Glad you enjoyed it! Good luck with your channel!

[@mamabear9389]

Awesome!!! I so needed this video!!!! I have a bunion and starting to get Morton’s neuroma system. Do you have a recommendation for a lifting shoe for wider foot? I do not run but I lift.

[@lafdewalegamer9962]

0:14 even before you tell you already told the answer! Thanks mate

[@MattWillie]

Thanks for the tip! My feet have been falling asleep after buying a new pair of running shoes and I'm hoping this fixes the problem.

[@FOREVERun]

I hope so too! Thank you for watching!

[@iamron993]

Did this work?

[@alvaroreyes3107]

Has it worked?

[@essaalansari9508]

Glad i found ur page, my foot look exactly like you and I mostly walk and run on my forefoot my heal never touches the floor i have born like this lool so i always pick up the wrong shoes !!! Any recommendations for someone who has a foot like u but mostly walk and run on forefoot?

[@133taxi]

Great tip thanks 😊 👍🏻

[@anikroy9225]

Thanks for the tips.

[@FOREVERun]

Sure thing! Thank you for watching!

[@RobManser77]

Tip: video starts at 2:37 and finishes at 2:39. :-)

[@giovanbattistafichera8439]

People just want to monetize any stupid thing they know. How about making a video for each lacing technique? XD Who needs pictures, I'd rather sit and watch 10 minutes of blabla before he does it.

[@FOREVERun]

😂! You’re not wrong! Well, thanks for hanging in there through all the fluff!

[@FOREVERun]

@@giovanbattistafichera8439 Unfortunately, at this point in time, I haven’t made a dime off of this video! 😂 I appreciate you watching none-the-less. Have a good one!

[@FelipeRodrigues-un9rx]

Definitely tooo obvious! But I haven’t thought about that, it solved my problem like magic!

[@giovanbattistafichera8439]

Another thing you can do to alleviate pressure in the midfoot is instead of crossing the lace to the other side, to simply skip crossing and instead pass the lace up vertically one hole on both sides and then keep on lacing normally. Also, if you have a bunion, instead of skipping the first two holes completely, you can just skip the hole closer to it.

[@mikeyc3726]

Nice videos! Which new balance are those ? I hope they still make them lol

[@razagramming4705]

This is a super hack!

[@mohamedafzal3913]

Thank you so much bro. I have same problem.

[@Christian-zm2tc]

Holy shit, thank you!... where were this video 3 new pairs of expensive runningshoes ago!!

[@jaboneros7540]

Coming from Altra running shoes, I recently bought a pair of Puma deviate nitro 2 shoes. nice shoes but very narrow and causes pain on my foots' knuckles when I'm running. I will try your advice. I have also taken out the insoles to get more room.

[@dynoshane2651]

Good one thanks mate..

[@kmr1608]

My new Hoka speadgoat 4 gives me No more numb toes 🙏😆 Thank you!

[@FOREVERun]

Nice! Enjoy! Thanks for watching!

[@MikkoRantalainen]

I have surprisingly similar form in my feets and I have trouble finding suitable shoes. I have to try this. Another video also recommended parallel lacing for wide feet so in worst case you can combine both techniques.

[@MikkoRantalainen]

Here's the link to the video that recommended parallel lacing and demostrated how to do it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aaLchGugabyImKM

[@user-gr43ipeoig]

Thanks man

[@Saagar_Sahu]

I have same hurt underside of toe foood sqeeezing n i walk around 8km today now after rermoving shoe my pinky was petruding like yours n its curlerds up after its open its hurting a lot, will try ur method with removing a laces up n hooking like how you did

[@hankespinosa9474]

Noticeable improvement, so simple. Probably won’t keep my pinky from breaking through the side of my sneaker eventually but at least I’m comfortable.

[@FOREVERun]

Nice! Glad it helped 👍 And thanks for watching!

[@OnMyRyde]

I am facing the same problem, my pinky hurts like hell 😫

[@Isotope1213]

Thank you

[@Alyia112]

Makes complete sense

[@FOREVERun]

Glad it helped 👍👍 Thanks for watching!

[@La_Ye]

Thank you my feet was killing me at football practice because my cleats were to small & it helped until my new cleats came in the mail

[@FOREVERun]

That’s awesome! I’m glad it helped! Thanks for watching!

[@aaronmcginnis3942]

Thank you!

[@FOREVERun]

Thanks for watching!

[@tazimbs6667]

great bro

[@mrtalk4878]

You are a genius...

[@sultanrafly1553]

Thanks mate!

[@FOREVERun]

Thanks for watching!

[@shoegame1201]

Thank you never been a runner my stride is awful and I have little stamina. Weak shins too but I am a walker

[@FOREVERun]

It all starts with one step! After that it’s just slowly and consistently adding more steps over weeks, months, and years. Good for you for getting out and walking 👍 That’s a great place to be! Thanks for watching!

[@sakirmansuri7646]

Thanks thanks Lot's of Love from india 💖

[@heyg7819]

Dude! Thanks!

[@FOREVERun]

Yeah man! Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!

[@darraghlinehan8295]

Wow I have same problem as u and tks

[@azucarweber2456]

Love this

[@FOREVERun]

Thanks for watching!

[@yogeshgurjar3290]

Thanks

[@CapricornRunner]

Wow! Why didn't I think of this?!

[@djeeee911]

Thx very nice tip

[@FOREVERun]

You’re welcome 👍 I’m glad it helped! Thanks for watching!

[@bestfunnycomedyvideo2555]

Wow very nice information and i am from india

[@curtisclement4157]

Do you ever have any issues with your foot bulging out the side? I have a similar shaped foot and was contemplating whether this was a sign of needing a wider shoe

[@brandonyong678]

The one thing that holds me back from running is bad weather. When it rains, my parents would discourage me from getting outside for a run to prevent getting sick. That's pretty much it, gonna go for a run using this technique because my new shoes has been hurting lately, will update after the run :)

[@go4kata143]

U never updated

[@brandonyong678]

@@go4kata143 HAHAHAHAHAHAHA truth is from that day forth, I've been tying my shoelaces this exact way. Works like a freaking charm, saved my urge to get a new pair, and allowed me to run in any shoe. There you go mate, do apologise for the slightly late update

[@gangadharreddy8486]

Thank you...

[@kulch2008]

I've only been running for 3 years and in that short time my feet have become deformed, my toes are scrunched. 2 months working from home barefoot and getting altras my feet have rebounded. Imo most shoes on the market are too skinny and even my foot is not deemed wide at the retail foot tool. I'm sticking with altras and will try vibrams in time

[@FOREVERun]

I’ve loved Altras. Used them for several years without issue. I just branched out to some other models to try but that Altra toe space is hard to beat! This lacing technique can certainly help when venturing into other styles that may squeeze a bit up front 👍 Thanks for watching!

[@klipk7296]

yeah it's frustrating as hell. I think my feet are considered on the border of medium/wide and I swear 75% of running shoes squeeze the sides of my feet

[@thechannelofrelaxing3970]

Wow ty so helpfull

[@FOREVERun]

Thanks for watching!

[@ssz1966]

would it be advisable to by a wider size?

[@biggpopppa]

Thanks a lot

[@FOREVERun]

You’re welcome! Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching!

[@brooklynbound1000]

I have high arches as well so I skip the middle eyelets as well.

[@roberttomsiii3728]

Video starts at 2:07

[@CuddleCrazeWOW]

Hello God

[@roberttomsiii3728]

@@CuddleCrazeWOW All day on the you tubs.

[@hassanz96]

Think you.

[@FOREVERun]

Thanks for watching!

[@marcialflores1462]

Bruh...Thanks man !

[@hattatnihat]

I have wide feet and what model of shoes can I buy? Do you have any advice.... thnx

[@Saagar_Sahu]

I have same problem with under side of my feet being squizzed and my leg paning in front when that crease open

[@giorgiarutiniani1502]

Nice wideo. But can u give me any advice for a bit wide foot any shoes(neutral). Thanks

[@FOREVERun]

Sorry for the delayed response! Thanks for watching! As far as wide shoes, the best option would be to try and find a specialty running store near you and have someone experienced fit you for the best shoe for your foot shape. All the running shoe brands will have variety of shoes that fit different foot types - the trick is finding the right one! If it’s your toes that are generally squeezed Altra shoes may be a good options. They are a zero drop shoe, however, so you may want to work your way into them. Good luck!

[@diegocastillo5400]

This is genius.

[@FOREVERun]

Thanks, Diego! Keep on rollin!

[@ethanlarsen4644]

“What’s one thing that prevents you from going out and running?” I’m 70 pounds overweight. After a mile, my knees start to burn and cramp.

[@Yogired008]

I do the heal lock technique but my heels still comes off. What do I do?

[@sharmaarbin]

Hello ur video is help full for me,thanks a lot, I run barefoot but barefoot shoes in india very costly and i feel heavy as well when i were shoe, Kindly suggest me very light shoe and broad feet shoe,

[@FOREVERun]

Sorry for the (very) late reply! I’m not super familiar, unfortunately, with “barefoot” style footwear to give you a good option. I’ve liked shoes from Altra that have the low to the ground feel with a nice open toe box for plenty of toe splay and wiggle room, but also provides good underfoot protection. Best of luck! Thanks for watching!

[@thebaraik3314]

Thankyou very much..! After watching this video I got some motivation. 😼🔫

[@FOREVERun]

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching!

[@thechannelofrelaxing3970]

was hard to do on my armani shoes bcs it had those clips

[@ReportTheHackers]

What about just parallel lacing instead?

[@michaelauskings1352]

I have the same issue. I always blow out my shoes prematurely in the same spot you pointed out. I was thinking maybe elastic laces might help as well. Thoughts on that? I'm new to running and having tried elastic laces yet.

[@FOREVERun]

Elastic lacing could help allow for some give over that area. To be honest, I haven’t tried elastic lacing before. You’ll have to let me know how it goes! I know a lot of triathletes will use elastic lacing because it allows for quick transitioning into shoes without wasting time tying the laces. Thanks for watching!

[@michaelauskings1352]

​@@FOREVERun As mentioned in my first comment, I'm new to running. I just started C25K last week (completed W2D2 today), so take my opinion with a huge grain of salt. I outfitted one of my shoes with the "Xpand no-tie round lacing system" (elastic) and left the original "standard" laces on the other shoe. I laced them both the same - slightly different from how you did it: lace across from the bottom set of holes, up the sides for the next two holes, then start crossing the laces after the exit the third hole. I also used the heel slip technique at the top for both. During my "runs" I noticed no discernible difference between the two as far as comfort or consistency, however, I suspect this could change over longer duration (perhaps better or worse) - time will tell. I was also running on pavement so didn't have the challenge of variable terrain that trail running would. I have some new shoes coming shortly, so perhaps I will continue this experiment long term to see how things progress with the laces. One cool thing is that I've been able to slip them on with zero adjustment and go, so if they hold up longer term, I may stick with them. :)

[@FOREVERun]

Michael Auskings interesting! Nice experiment! I can imagine the elastic laces are going to have a nice hug without feeling overly restrictive. And that box lacing technique that you did should feel pretty nice over the top of foot and reduce the pressure on the sides. Keep me posted on it 👍 Thanks for sharing!

[@TheDALIWONGA]

Wont this cause any damage to my shoes? just got a new pair of Brooks Glycerin 18. its perfect but still new and oainful on my bunions

[@FOREVERun]

Nope! At least not that I’ve ever heard of or experienced. If anything it should enable you to enjoy the miles you put in a bit more - if you can take some pressure off of those bunions. Happy running! And thanks for watching!

[@arunaru5916]

Supper👌

[@lindarainbow9653]

Will this technique of not using the top (nearest the toes!) eyelets potentially help with numb toes?? I only experience it in one foot and not in all trainers and walking boots. Thank you!

[@FOREVERun]

It certainly could! If your metatarsal heads are squeezed too tightly by your shoes (usually right in line with the first row of laces in most running/walking shoes) the nerves traveling between the metatarsal heads can be compressed which may cause one or more of a number of symptoms, including burning, tingling, and numbness in the forefoot or toes. And of course, the overall fit of the shoe may just not be right for your particular foot shape. So give it a shot and see if it's helpful and let us know how it goes! Thanks for watching!

[@lindarainbow9653]

OK, so I've left the top eyelets unlaced, changed to thinner socks and I'm not pulling the laces so tight and it seems to have done the trick! Really glad I watched this. Many thanks! :)

[@FOREVERun]

That’s great! I’m glad you found value out of the video! Best wishes!

[@voodooyam]

Another tip for streching new shoes put water on a ziploc bag,put the bag in the shoe toe area and put them in the freezer overnight.