Title: First Time Buyer Guide to Spikes | Running Shoes Guru
Headings: First Time Buyer Guide to Spikes
First Time Buyer Guide to Spikes
What are “Running Spikes” ?
Cross Country Spikes
Track Spikes
What spikes do you need?
A word of advice about injuries
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By Peyton Hoyal
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Content: If you are a student-athlete in high school or college, then it would be beneficial to have both a pair of trusty XC and track spikes to meet the needs of your specific event/s. Since finances can often be a problem for hard-working students, there are several spikes on the market that can actually transfer well between the two sports; ask your local running shoe retailer about hybrid spikes that can bridge the gap between XC and track. Spikes, like other racing shoes, only last 200-300mls so be diligent in keeping-track with how many miles you have logged on a pair in your training journal. Have a loot at RunningWarehouse’s selection of track spikes and use code RUNGURU10 at checkout for 10% off
A word of advice about injuries
In regard to injuries and spiked footwear, it is important to note that one should always break-in a pair of spikes thoroughly before competing in them or even completing a hard workout; more on this to come in later articles. Because of the negative drop of most spiked shoes, there will be extra stress placed on the forefoot, calf, achilles, and arch. If you suffer from plantar fasciitis, achilles tendonitis, metatarsalgia, or are very prone to calf strains, then it might be wise to go for a spikeless model or just stick to a traditional road racing flat for your faster endeavors. However, using spikes wisely in your training can be a great way to retrain the muscles of the lower anatomy to handle greater stress, grow stronger, and become more efficient in terms of pronation and power output. These muscular developments, coupled with the right training, can lead to some big breakthroughs in your running career at any level of the sport.