This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx on behalf of Superfeet
Foot pain—one of the most common limiting issues, not just for runners, like me, but for anyone who spends much of the day on their feet. After all, the feet are what carry our entire body weight all day, so they are bound to take a beating. I’ve dealt with plantar fasciitis for over 10 years and I’ve tried all types of recovery tools. As a physical therapist, I’ve learned how it’s truly a combination of treatment strategies that helps manage foot problems.
After trying a variety of shoe insoles, I’ve had a hard time finding a pair that can comfortably fit in my sneakers without feeling tight. Most will end up digging into my heel and causing even more pain. Luckily I got my hands on a pair of Superfeet ADAPT Run Insoles, which are extremely thin and feel like they are barely there. The heel cup of the insole is cushioned, so instead of increasing pressure throughout the run, they actually help maximize energy by dispersing the impact with every step. This is important for runners because significant impact that is localized to just one point of the foot can lead to strains and other injuries higher up in the body such as patellofemoral pain syndrome (runner’s knee), IT band syndrome, and low back pain.
My other favorite part about the Superfeet Run Insoles is the flexibility, which moves with the foot from heel to toe, so it doesn’t limit pace when I want to run fast. I’ve tried countless insoles that feel extremely stiff, making it hard for your foot to move naturally through the running cycle. The Adaptive Comfort Technology of these allows them to bend sufficiently to assist with push-off and have a good amount of cushioning at the balls of the feet. After using these for several runs, I noticed my foot joints were much less achy post-run thanks to the dispersion of the overall impact and cushioning at the right places.
The ADAPT Run Insoles are also made with the best materials when it comes to running. MoistureWick™ does an amazing job during these hot and humid summer months to help keep your feet dry, which is ideal to prevent blisters and odor. I’ve had to avoid wearing other insoles while running because of the lack of odor and moisture control, so I am happy I found this perfect pair for my injury-prone feet! If you’re looking for a comfortably light insole that you can wear with any shoe, including zero-drop styles, AND a pair you can wear right away without breaking in, I highly recommend Superfeet ADAPT Run Insoles!