Asics Gel 2120
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This is actually my "go-to" shoe. I was having all kinds of ankle problems and no doctor visits or x-rays could resolve my hurting ankles. So on a lark, I went for the shoe many of my marathon friends told me to try (I'm a 3-5 miler, not a marathoner). I decided that what I needed was maximum arch support for my Himalayan-height arches. Voila! No problems since getting these shoes. They are hardcore durable and the cushioning is unbeatable. No wonder these are so popular with so many people. They are worth every cent I paid.

Running Shoes for Heavier Runners

Gel Kayano
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First of all, you need to understand what defines a "heavier runner" in running circles: any one over 155. Really. I kid you not. I guess most of the Kenyan runners are under that but I don't know many men who weight under 155. And there are many runners 200 and 200+ pounds. The story is that the army ordered shoes specifically for training and that most shoes did not fit the rigor of boot camp with men weighing over 155. So these were developed. I am not sure if that is urban legend or not.

Running Shoes for those with a Narrow Heel

Mizuno Wave Creation 8
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There is nothing more annoying that feeling like you are running in flip flops. And there are many people who have a normal width foot with narrow ankles. This shoe fits and cradles a narrow heel so it doesn't start randomly sliding about and flopping off the back of your foot. Mizunos are tough, too. And they're actually a good looking running shoe.