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[Spada]

We all know that we should stretch our calves before, during, after running. . .

Two of the most common and convenient calf stretches are bending the front of the foot against a wall, and bending the ankle/heel  downwards over a nice sharp edge.

We are told by the shoe makers that our shoes should last for a mere 400 or 600 kms, but ironically - how much does this stretching prematurely damage our delicate - and not inexpensive running shoes?

Does this explain why my shoes are feeling a bit shagged after 300 kms? How do you know when your shoes have had it?

cheers

Spada

[maccattack]

Couple of simple checks shoe reps have told me about.  Check midsole for compression, visually estimate whether it has become shorter than a new pair of the same model, depending on the density and material in the midsole this happens at different times.  Check the outsole (the sole) if it's worn through in places, probably the shoe is kaput, also if it has cracked along flexion joints at ball of foot,

[PEEKIE]

About the stretching. I always try to stretch without my shoes on, more so on runs from home, as you get a greater range of motion to stretch your calves to there fullest without the restrictions of shoes.