, this article should give you a headstart. It’s a guide to shoes for runners with the four most common ‘minority’ biomechanically-based problems (forefoot striking, heel striking, underpronation and orthoses-wearing), as well as runners with the problem of very

shoe for orthoses wearers with a firm midsole, a board in the rearfoot (providing a good platform) and the Rollbar (which functions well with orthoses). In short New Balance is known for its workhorse shoes – especially the 850s. Still, it chose

’s still smooth, cushioned and durable – and now its 27g lighter. It’s a great shoe for orthoses-wearers, and now it’s even better for runners with wide feet.Try it on if you liked Asics Gel Nimbus 2 (£70); Brooks Hyperion 2 (£80); Mizuno Wave Rider (£75)

was to redesign the 130 MC into a better-looking shoe. It’s succeeded – and also made it more functional for overpronators.Recommended for Mild to severe overpronators; heel-strikers; orthoses wearers who need a solid base of support, added midfoot support