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As one who has completed more than 70 marathons, and 30 Ultramarathons up to 52 miles, I would suggest your footwear question be answered by your local running store technician/specialist.

Even though the above suggestions "might" work for you, ultimately the posters do not know what type of shoe best fits YOUR foot and gait i.e neutral, pronation/stability etc. Obviously you'll need a shoe that can withstand the rigors of the activity.

So, head to that store, or several if available. They should be able to help define your match, be it # of mm of drop, stack height, stability control, etc.

If you need an online reference for research: runrepeat.com.

Don't ignore previous year models to save some coin! The store will try to sell you current year models, but you can shop for previous year models @ half the price.

Also: GOOD SOCKS!!!

Blister control, gold bond, etc.

If ya need more running shoe ideas, pm me.

Oh, stretch & hydrate like a boss.

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agreed completely with jazzer.

i found out from my local running shoe store that i overpronate, and they fitted me with several different brands that had corrective shoes for me.

when i find asics kayanos or gt's (both help correct overpronation) on sale, i get them because my asics from boot camp were so well put together. i use amazon a lot to get previous models because a lot of times, newer models change the cushioning and other important parts of the shoe.

if i were marching dci, one of the things on my list would be to do exactly what jazzer says, and get fitted by experts.

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As one who has completed more than 70 marathons, and 30 Ultramarathons up to 52 miles, I would suggest your footwear question be answered by your local running store technician/specialist.

Even though the above suggestions "might" work for you, ultimately the posters do not know what type of shoe best fits YOUR foot and gait i.e neutral, pronation/stability etc. Obviously you'll need a shoe that can withstand the rigors of the activity.

So, head to that store, or several if available. They should be able to help define your match, be it # of mm of drop, stack height, stability control, etc.

If you need an online reference for research: runrepeat.com.

Don't ignore previous year models to save some coin! The store will try to sell you current year models, but you can shop for previous year models @ half the price.

Also: GOOD SOCKS!!!

Blister control, gold bond, etc.

If ya need more running shoe ideas, pm me.

Oh, stretch & hydrate like a boss.

As one who has completed more than 70 marathons, and 30 Ultramarathons up to 52 miles, I would suggest your footwear question be answered by your local running store technician/specialist.

Even though the above suggestions "might" work for you, ultimately the posters do not know what type of shoe best fits YOUR foot and gait i.e neutral, pronation/stability etc. Obviously you'll need a shoe that can withstand the rigors of the activity.

So, head to that store, or several if available. They should be able to help define your match, be it # of mm of drop, stack height, stability control, etc.

If you need an online reference for research: runrepeat.com.

Don't ignore previous year models to save some coin! The store will try to sell you current year models, but you can shop for previous year models @ half the price.

Also: GOOD SOCKS!!!

Blister control, gold bond, etc.

If ya need more running shoe ideas, pm me.

Oh, stretch & hydrate like a boss.

well said.

Local shoe stores even for runners go on commissions on what you sell and others buy. Not as objective as the theory but the expert fit is a must whether by your local, a New Balance store expert, or a drum corps podiatrist like Dr. Joe Cinzio, former Cadets' director, was during the early Zingali days.

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Have at least 2 pairs of comfortable shoes that you have exercised in before going on tour. Both, to have them broken in, and to know that they work for your feet (legs, back, etc), and don't go cheap! Paying the money for good shoes is worth every penny. Also, workout starting yesterday, both cardio and strength training. If you can afford it, get a personal trainer for a while (whether through a gym, or a serious personal trainer) who can design a workout plan for you, and keep you accountable to doing the exercise. Having your body in shape, and used to going through vigorous physical activity before you hit the field for spring training is, as our president elect would say, "HUGE!" But seriously, being ready physically will go a long way towards making spring training, and tour, much more bearable, and thus enjoyable for you. My first year, and I was a tenor player as well, I did not prepare my body physically, and it was extremely hard. The next year, I was prepared, and it was not as difficult physically.

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Have at least 2 pairs of comfortable shoes that you have exercised in before going on tour. Both, to have them broken in, and to know that they work for your feet (legs, back, etc), and don't go cheap! Paying the money for good shoes is worth every penny. Also, workout starting yesterday, both cardio and strength training. If you can afford it, get a personal trainer for a while (whether through a gym, or a serious personal trainer) who can design a workout plan for you, and keep you accountable to doing the exercise. Having your body in shape, and used to going through vigorous physical activity before you hit the field for spring training is, as our president elect would say, "HUGE!" But seriously, being ready physically will go a long way towards making spring training, and tour, much more bearable, and thus enjoyable for you. My first year, and I was a tenor player as well, I did not prepare my body physically, and it was extremely hard. The next year, I was prepared, and it was not as difficult physically.

Agreed.

Also volunteer carrying anything and everything some one else has to lug at school and dorm, at work, at home, in the community. Excellent pre-tour prep for horn players for loading the truck, percussionists for loading the truck, and particularly front ensemble players who will regret that the arrangers have chosen more than woodblocks and triangles, ha, ha. Seriously, this sort of weight training on the cheap will teach you volumes about what your back and arms can endure. {You may develop negative attitudes about the necessity for visual props in shows.] And helping little old ladies at the grocery stores might even get you a sponsor or two.

Stop drinking carbonated beverages now, stop smoking tobacco/weed or whatever now. Build your breathing endurance no matter what position you audition for.

Limit junk food intake to treats rather than regular diet.

Don't be the kid who has to lose 90 pounds over Spring Training to get a permanent spot. (Unfortunately, there are some big-name designers who would prefer only stick-people MMs for their show designs.) But don't skip meals or skimp on sleep.

Be wise with your body and healthy with your choices. As of this weekend, you have only 150 days, give or take a week, until Spring training!!!

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I also used "running" shoes from either asics or adidas. simply because they fit tight on my ankle, and cushioned my back well. I did not like cross trainers as they did not have enough flex for my foot. I carried two pairs on tour. The running shoes also dried really fast after marching in rain days. but everyone's body is different. try them out and march around in the store.

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I also used "running" shoes from either asics or adidas. simply because they fit tight on my ankle, and cushioned my back well. I did not like cross trainers as they did not have enough flex for my foot. I carried two pairs on tour. The running shoes also dried really fast after marching in rain days. but everyone's body is different. try them out and march around in the store.

Chris,

You put a smile on my tired face today as I pictured the marcher lugging his contra, bass drum, or quad set into the shoe store with him/her with the right weight upon the body for the authentic fit. LOL

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