CHOOSE THE RIGHT SHOE MODEL

All models of Newton running shoes offer the forefoot cushioning benefits of our patented Newton Action/Reaction Technology™. Newton offers both Stability and Neutral models; your foot type will identify which model is right for you.

• Stability: protection from midfoot to late-stage pronation; the tendency for your foot to collapse inward at the midfoot or forefoot when striking or leaving the ground
• Neutral: neutral support for normal to high-arched foot types

Determine your Running Gait

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To determine which model is right for you stand in front of a mirror with bare feet, shoulder width apart and bend your knees. Watch your medial ankle bones as you bend and straighten your knees.

Pronation refers to the inward roll of the foot during normal motion and occurs as the outer edge of the heel strikes the ground and the foot rolls inward and flattens out. A moderate amount of pronation is required for the foot to function properly, however damage and injury can occur if your foot rolls too far inward. When over-pronation occurs the arch flattens out (flat feet) and stretches the muscles, tendons and ligaments underneath the foot.

Supination is the opposite of pronation and refers to the outward roll of the foot during normal motion. A natural amount of supination occurs during the push-off phase of the running gait as the heel lifts off the ground as the forefoot and toes are used to propel the body forward. However, excessive supination (outward rolling) places a large strain on the muscles and tendons that stabilize the ankle. If your ankle bones stay in a neutral position and do not drop to the inside, or if your ankle rolls slightly to the outside you have under-pronation or supination.

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You can determine your running gait by looking at the wear on an old pair of running shoes (not walking shoes, which show your walking gait). To determine your running gait:

1. Place the shoes side by side on an elevated surface like a table, with the toes pointing towards you.
2. Look at the shoes from eye level.
3. If either or both lean noticeably to one side, or are obviously worn, then you have either:
   • Over-pronation if they lean inward. (The Stability models are best for you.)
   • Under-pronation (supination) if they lean outward. (The Neutral models are best for you.)

Typically you will have an under or overpronation on at least one foot. This is completely normal and is exhibited by about 80% of all runners. If you are one of the fortunate 20% then you have a neutral running gait.

Models for Under-Pronation or Supination

The following models offer maximum cushioning and a neutral ride for those with under-pronation (supination) and/or high arches:

Models for Over-Pronation

The following models offer more medial stability for those with over-pronation or flat feet.

If you are still not certain about your running gait, call us at (877) 860-7695 to talk to a running specialist.