Newton Running’s "Sir Isaac" running shoe is one of the first that I’ve found specifically designed for forefoot runners like myself. Vibram has their "fivefingers" shoe, but for a larger mammal (6’5" 245lbs) such as myself, 4mm of padding just isn’t sufficient quite yet.

I have been forefoot runner for a little over two years. The adjustment had taken a while after being a heel strike runner since I was young. I felt a great improvement in my running, both performance and leg health very quickly, but I also started going through shoes even quicker. Since most running shoes are designed specifically for a heel strike to a toe roll, the padding in the front is not very durable. This is where the Newtons excel.

The Newtons use an "Action/Reaction" technology (named after the third law). They have four "actuator lugs" built in right where the foot hits the ground. These lugs not only add significant impact protection, but also according to the company, actually return that impact energy into forward motion with a 58% energy return. This may sound like a marketing ploy, but after a few runs with my new shoes, I can definitely feel a difference. They are also very lightweight, and very breathable. I have burned through multiple pairs of Mizuno, Asics and Saucony running shoes over the past two years, and after talking to a few running experts finally tried the Newtons. The words "revolutionary" and "life changing" may not do them justice!

To try a pair, just go to a runner specific store such as Roadrunner Sports. They can do a video analysis, and also have a 90 day guarantee where you can exchange them after running in them for up to three months.

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