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Best Cross Trainers for Flat Feet, Overpronation?

I'm deep into the P90X routine and I do Krav Maga as well. Since I have flat feet, it makes it extremely difficult to push myself with all of the routines to 100% (especially Plyometrics and Legs and Back routine). I have purchased Good Feet supports, which has done wonders for me and my back. I know the Beast by Brooks are good running/walking shoes (which I will get), but I want a cross trainer as well. I heard Ascics Gel 240 are the ones to get. Any suggestions? My feet are as flat as they can get. Thanks for the help!
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hillo hillo
 
 April 22, 2009 05:57 PM
Hi, In general, wearing a cross training shoe will provide you much better support while exercising than would a traditional running shoe, so you will find that if you have been wearing a running shoe for your training routines, you will be happier with almost any cross trainer.

I don't have scientific proof here, but New Balance athletic shoes are supposed to be excellent for stabilizing overpronation (usually caused by 'flat feet'). http://www.newbalance.com/fitness/

I also found this 'buying' guide at Sierra Trading Post - If you follow the step by step guide you identify your own foot type (in your case the overpronator) then click on the shoes they recommend for your feet. http://www.sierratradingpost.com/lp2/shoe-guide.html

Good luck from a fellow flat footer...


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April 23, 2009 05:01 AM
Hello fellow flat footer! Do you have any brands you recommend? These websites are great! Looking into a few of the right now!

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April 23, 2009 12:05 PM
I've avoided Nike (have had trouble with them myself) and I can recommend from my experience these brands: New Balance, Aasics. I'm not a runner but have purchased athletic shoes over the years for many other reasons - training for team sports, court sports, walking. Hope that is helpful, good luck!

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