I am a 58-year-old former heel striker, living on Cape Cod. It
took me about a month to transition to my new Newton shoes.
Since then, my racing delta has changed from about 7:45 to 7:10 minute miles, with less expenditure of energy. These shoes have totally changed my running enjoyment.
I think you need a training CD with each shoe sale (ed. note, check out our videos on YouTube, with more on the way).
I just happened to see a triathlon video on forefoot landing, just before
getting your shoes.
I would never had made the transition without the video.
I believe my best races are ahead of me! My regular running buddies are a little grumpy with me.
This has been the easiest way to gauge my running improvement; I’m now running
with the next fastest group!
Regards,
Paul
Paul,
Like you I am also a heel-striker in my 50′s and have spent alot of money looking for shoes that will last longer than 85 – 100 miles before I wear down the outsoles. But considering that it is more than likely my form I was curious as to which Newton’s you started with? Thanks for your suggestion on checking out the video that was extremely helpful. I look forward to your response.
—-Ray