Articles by Jennifer Wilford

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The Best Running Shoes for People With Back Problems

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Jennifer Wilford

Purchasing running shoes can be a dizzying proposition with high-tech options. This is good news for those with back pain who have choices galore based on individual biomechanics. Shoes may offer anything from a sophisticated support system to luxurious cushioning or something in between.

The Best Running Shoes for Underpronation

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Jennifer Wilford

Running shoes sport high-tech cushioning, ranging from grids to gels. This benefits underpronators, or supinators, whose feet roll outward when striking the ground. These runners usually have higher arches and require proper cushioning or their bodies become injury-prone shock absorbers.