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- noun the act of
pronating too much
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Examples
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"If a runner suffers from abnormal mechanics in the foot, such as overpronation or hypermobility, custom orthotics can also be helpful to prevent these injuries," Dr. McGarry adds.
THE MEDICAL NEWS 2010
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Your current shoes may show the telltale signs of overpronation (too much inward rolling of the foot) or excessive supination (too much outward rolling), so bring them along for the salesperson to examine.
Long May You Run Chris Cooper 2010
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A number of companies use strong, duel-density foam for stability in the arch, to address fallen arches that is, overpronation and the fact that, inevitably, many kids will wear their running shoes for play.
Young Runners Marc Bloom 2009
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Pain in your knees is an indication that you need to shorten your stride, land more on your midfoot, or correct an overpronation problem.
ChiRunning Danny Dreyer 2009
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It will feel like severe bruising on the bottom of the heel (it typically feels worse in the morning when you first put weight on it), and it typically happens because of overpronation of the forefoot (rolling the front of the foot too far to the inside).
You Being Beautiful Michael F. Roizen 2008
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Make sure you get good running shoes that can help control your overpronation; cushioned heel inserts and rubber-soled shoes can help.
You Being Beautiful Michael F. Roizen 2008
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It will feel like severe bruising on the bottom of the heel (it typically feels worse in the morning when you first put weight on it), and it typically happens because of overpronation of the forefoot (rolling the front of the foot too far to the inside).
You Being Beautiful Michael F. Roizen 2008
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Make sure you get good running shoes that can help control your overpronation; cushioned heel inserts and rubber-soled shoes can help.
You Being Beautiful Michael F. Roizen 2008
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One reason is that patients with, say, flat feet or overpronation, don't react in the same way to orthotics designed to correct the condition.
The Globe and Mail - Home RSS feed ADRIANA BARTON 2011
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What are some good running/athletic shoes for someone with severe overpronation?
Uncrate 2010
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