Here's Why You Need to Know What Type of Runner You Are

What it is: Pronation happens when your arch flattens on your strike. This “flat-footed” style usually causes your foot and ankle to roll inward when running, often giving you those nagging shin splints and even hip and lower-back pain.

How to check if this is you: Take a look at the soles of your current running shoes. If they are worn out on the inside of the sole, then it is likely that you are an over-pronator.

Next steps: Since over-pronation can cause pain, it's best to try and correct it through your footwear. Options include buying running shoes designed specifically for over-pronation, getting running insoles, or even getting fitted for orthotic insoles.

What it is: Think about supination as the exact opposite of pronation. Your ankle rolls away from the center.

How to check if this is you: If you're someone with high arches, you might find that when you run your foot doesn’t flatten, forcing your feet to roll. Typical leg injuries associated with this foot strike include ankle sprains and plantar fasciitis.

Next steps: You can also correct supination through your footwear. Look for running shoes designed specifically for your gait.

What it is: Most experts will argue that neutral pronation is the best form because hitting the ground on the ball of your foot – as opposed to heel- and toe-striking — helps absorb shock, putting less stress on your joints.

How to check if this is you: If your gait feels normal and you evenly strike the ground on the ball of your foot, this is probably you.

Next steps: Look for neutral running shoes that offer cushioning and support.

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