running - weak ankles?

Xfishyxx

two weeks ago i did 100m and 800m at school and i was fine. a few days ago my ankles started hurting, i cant really describe the pain but today we did the 100 and 800 again and i just put up with it. when i was sprinting for the finish on the 800 i tried to run on the balls of my feet but i couldnt because my ankles were too 'stiff' . i am buying some new trainers tomorrow so
1. is there any exercises i can do to strenthen my ankles
2. what trainers should i get within a reasonable price.
( by the way ,at school i was wearing flat bottomed shoes which obv didnt help , but will they be damaging my ankles when walking normally ?)

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did u warm up ur feet b4 and after the run???
and try running on the beach that might help as well.
and also talk 2 ur teatcher about the shoes and try to have good ones.

Weak Ankles?

Jess

I have softball practice every day, but when we practice outside on rough terrain, my ankles and heels always hurt. My friend suggested that it could be my cleats, but they've never bothered me before.

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Are they a new pair of shoes? They may not fit you right. The shoes you wear impact how your feet hit the ground when you walk or run, and if they don't fit correctly, then your feet could be hitting unevenly or incorrectly. I know rolling on the outside of your feet will weaken the ligaments on the outside of your ankles and cause pain and damage over time (I've got that problem). I'd wrap your ankles with athletic tape or ace bandages and switch back to an old pair of shoes!

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Weak Ankles?

Jess

I have softball practice every day, but when we practice outside on rough terrain, my ankles and heels always hurt. My friend suggested that it could be my cleats, but they've never bothered me before.

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Are they a new pair of shoes? They may not fit you right. The shoes you wear impact how your feet hit the ground when you walk or run, and if they don't fit correctly, then your feet could be hitting unevenly or incorrectly. I know rolling on the outside of your feet will weaken the ligaments on the outside of your ankles and cause pain and damage over time (I've got that problem). I'd wrap your ankles with athletic tape or ace bandages and switch back to an old pair of shoes!

weak ankles?

nicole k

every time after i run my ankles ahurt really bad what would help right now im just ice packing them

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Try purchasing a cheap ankle brace from walgreens.. The brand is ace I think its like a wrap but you just slide it on..

Try buying new running shoes too.

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Good running shoe for weak ankles?

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Christina

I am in search of a good running shoe for weak ankles, but something that is roomy for I have bunions that start to hurt if my shoes are too tight. I am 6'0 tall and about 140. I haven't run in about a year... I am about to start again. What shoe should I look into purchasing?

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I love my nike shox turbo+ IV

I can sync them with my iPod and they are by far the most comfortable shoes i've ever ran in.

I wear them during long 12 hour shifts, and my feet feel considerably less pain since i've switched to them

Go try a pair out!!!

Are there a certain type of running shoes I need?

Carolinabe

I have decided to start running, but I have weak ankles, high arches, and I have noticed I have the tendency to run more on the insides of my feet. I have specialized inserts for my shoes, but I am wondering if I need a particular kind of shoe that will help me out. I currently wear nike shox. Also, are there any tips or techniques I can use to help with the problems I'm having?

Any help from experienced runners would be much appreciated!

Thanks!

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Most experienced runners will agree with me when I say that Nike Shox should not be considered a running shoe at all. Their design is more likely to lead to injury rather than success. I personally recommend Asics as the best running shoes. If you go to a specialty running store they can determine the best model of shoe for your foot.

As far as other ways to help, try starting to do a little bit of barefoot running on grass and stuff. After running/practicing take your shoes off and do some jogging and short sprints on grass with bare feet. This will help strengthen the muscles and joints in your feet/ankles.

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