Posted a little about shoes--so time for socks. The Newtons, because of their forefoot design are a little tippy at the start. Fortunately, some months ago I started using Injinji toed socks. Among their benefits they allow toes to spread out and grasp the insole--particularly going around corners and on camber changes.
Because easy toe has it's own little ecosystem, blisters don't happen, even if you get shoes and socks wet.
During a Team in Training session after several days of rain, we ended up wading 40 yards on a bike path that was fenced on both sides-no way around the water. There were 5+ miles to go and many got blisters. I did not--had not discomfort at all.
Injinji come in different heights from micro crew to full and now come in different weights. I even use the black ones for street shoes, but the toe arrangement does require a little more room in the toe of the shoe. Not a problem with running shoes, but it can be with dress shoes. Who decided dress shoes should NOT be shaped like a foot?
Think I'm approaching a threshold with the Newtons and the Evolution Running. Feels like it may be coming together and no more injuries. The hip exercise is working well, too. I started using the Gorilla Duct Tape on the soles last week. Slight wear--and it works fine. The forefoot bars are going to be a challenge though--not much surface for the adhesive to stick to.
Mornings are DARK and evenings are getting that way too. One of the reasons I want to move to a lower latitude. Seasons suck for running.
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