GT-1000 3

80+ kg (89 kg before I started running & dieting in July and now 77 kg in Oct) with - worn knee cartilage - plantar fasciitis - Achilles tendinitis The above problems were kinda “resolved”by plenty of strengthening / conditioning / stretching exercises on a very regular basis. For context, I’m also slightly flat feet While I do the above, - ASICS KAYANO 31 for long run days (40-60% of my total mileage of the week at one go on Sunday as part of marathon prep. Increasing it with each week, currently at 26 km) - ASICS GT1000-3 for short/mid runs (basically any distance that’s not the long run) Kayano is supposed to be more for “stability”, suited for flat-feet folks with better cushioning. So using it for the long runs as a precaution least my plantar and achillis issues are triggered GT1000-3 is more neutral, less cushy and less firm compared to kayano. Using it on the shorter runs so that my feet can get used to having less cushion than kayano and strengthen them in the process. Supposedly, varying the support, cushioning, and heel-to-toe drops of different shoes engages more muscles and strengthening stabilizing muscles, making your body more resilient. Oh, I use Nike Presto (super soft foam and flexible) and Tiger Onitsuka (firm and hard sole with little cushion) when going for work at office. I do a lot of walking since I use public transport to get to work and would walk home after work (~2 km). I usually hit ~10k steps on a daily basis excluding the runs.

Yeah, Kiprun is worth a try if it feels comfortable. Asics Jolt or Jog 100 are also solid beginner options. Fit matters more than the brand so go with whatever feels easiest on your feet.

I have 2 pairs of Adidas ADISTARs that I alternate between when I know I'll be standing and/or walking on concrete all day. They have some covering over the mesh in the toe area unlike the Asics GT1000s which I have also worn several pairs of in the past. I was fortunate to find both pairs marked down.

Flat footer here. I've been wearing gel kayanos for over 10 years. Through half marathons and OTF. I love them. Only complaint is that the sizing seemed to change (ran smaller) for the pair I bought in 2023 vs all others. I haven't tried the GT-2000, but the GT-1000 was horrible for my feet. I have some now that I may just use in the house for videos, but would never wear them for high impact.

The ASICS Superblast are not for overpronators, a stance also held by ASICS, who design stability shoes for this purpose. For specific support, ASICS offers stability shoes like the GEL-Kayano and GT-1000.

Novablast not nearly as stable as the gt-1000s though, no?

I just picked up a pair of Asics GT-1000s on vinted for 25 quid. Looks like they were worn briefly but otherwise immaculate. Even the outlets had them at 60+ quid

I'm a heavier runner who has had stability issues previously leading to runners knee/IT Band issues. For the past while I've used Asics GT-1000s as my daily. They aren't speedy but whilst I've been building a base they've kept me running pain free.

I'm a little heavier than you 93-95kg and I picked up a pair of Adizero Boston 13 this year for speed work. Have taken chunks out of my 5k and 10k pbs in them and am considering using them for my race day shoe for my first Half in November. Coming from a background in Ascis GT-1000s over the years, the Bostons have made running fun again!