How do you choose the right shoe for the activities you do?

BecomeBetterThanMyYesterMe

I work out regularly at the health club. My activities includes:

1. Brisk walking/running (5.5Kmph/9Kmph) on the treadmill -> 30-40 mins - 4 times a week
2. Cross-trainer in aerobics mode with a intensity ranging from 18-20 -> 30 mins - Everyday
3. Step Aerobics -> 1 hr - 4 times a week
4. Circuit training -> 30 mins - Everyday - I do exercises like Burpees, jumping jacks, frog tuck, planks, etc
5. Zumba -> 1 hr - 3 times a week
6. Cardio Kickboxing -> 1 hr - Once a week

What kind of shoe will work best for me? What to look out for when I choose one? The last time I bought my pair, I didn't give so much thought. I understand it's importance now. My toes pain or feel numb after some workout.

Thanks.

BecomeBetterThanMyYesterMe

BecomeBetterThanMyYesterMe wrote: »

I work out regularly at the health club. My activities includes:

1. Brisk walking/running (5.5Kmph/9Kmph) on the treadmill -> 30-40 mins - 4 times a week
2. Cross-trainer in aerobics mode with a intensity ranging from 18-20 -> 30 mins - Everyday
3. Step Aerobics -> 1 hr - 4 times a week
4. Circuit training -> 30 mins - Everyday - I do exercises like Burpees, jumping jacks, frog tuck, planks, etc
5. Zumba -> 1 hr - 3 times a week
6. Cardio Kickboxing -> 1 hr - Once a week

What kind of shoe will work best for me? What to look out for when I choose one? The last time I bought my pair, I didn't give so much thought. I understand it's importance now. My toes pain or feel numb after some workout.

Thanks.

EDIT: Please suggest something from Skechers..

derrickyoung

The right shoe is the one that fits you. I know it sounds stupid simple but there really is no right answer. I have a closet full of shoes that over the past 640 days I have used, use or have tried. Find out what fits your foot and your mechanics and that is the right shoe.

gunrock1970

The same way you select the left shoe?

Sorry, couldn't resist!

arditarose

If I can't do it in Chuck Taylor's I don't do it.

JScottBldrs

I would get fitted From a athletic shoe store Like Fleet Feet or something similar. I prefer Brooks GTS running Shoes for running lifting and general athletics. https://www.fleetfeetsports.com/

Tedebearduff

BecomeBetterThanMyYesterMe wrote: »

I work out regularly at the health club. My activities includes:

1. Brisk walking/running (5.5Kmph/9Kmph) on the treadmill -> 30-40 mins - 4 times a week
2. Cross-trainer in aerobics mode with a intensity ranging from 18-20 -> 30 mins - Everyday
3. Step Aerobics -> 1 hr - 4 times a week
4. Circuit training -> 30 mins - Everyday - I do exercises like Burpees, jumping jacks, frog tuck, planks, etc
5. Zumba -> 1 hr - 3 times a week
6. Cardio Kickboxing -> 1 hr - Once a week

What kind of shoe will work best for me? What to look out for when I choose one? The last time I bought my pair, I didn't give so much thought. I understand it's importance now. My toes pain or feel numb after some workout.

Thanks.

I don't do any of that so I can't comment. I can comment on shoes I like though ...

So for everyday training I wear Asics running shoes. they actually put allot of research into their shoes and they are all different, the ones that I feel fit me best (seriously best pair of shoes ever) is the gel cumulus 16 series.

I also wear converse to the gym for leg and back days for my dead lifts and squats. I have used the asics to do both workouts in as well without any issues just prefer the converse

moribunny

I agree with getting your foot fitted by a store (especially one that has a the 30-day return policy just in case the shoe they suggest doesn't feel right after trying it out).
People can suggest what they use--for example, I wear Chucks for lifting and Sauconys for running--but ultimately the forum doesn't know if you're flat-footed, a neutral stance, have overpronation, supination, etc., so we can't properly recommend something that's right for you in specific.

tincanonastring

JScottBldrs wrote: »

I would get fitted From a athletic shoe store Like Fleet Feet or something similar. I prefer Brooks GTS running Shoes for running lifting and general athletics. https://www.fleetfeetsports.com/

Hey, those are my runners! I just switched from Asics and I really like the support.

OP, I agree with the advice to get your gait examined and your shoe fitted from a good running store. I use Fleet Feet. If you're going to start lifting, go with something that provides really good stability like Chuck Taylors.

I used to run in an old pair of Sketchers when I first started working out. When I switched to a well made running shoe, I couldn't believe the difference. Do yourself a favor and spend a little extra for a good pair.

gobonas99

In all seriousness, you're probably going to want two different pairs of shoes.

You need a pair of actual running shoes for running (get fitted for these at a specialty running shop).

However, running shoes do not have the lateral support that most people find necessary for your other activities. For those, you're going to want a cross-trainer. Get these AFTER you have been fitted for your running shoes, so you know if you need a support shoe or a neutral shoe. The running shop may even have cross-trainers you can try on (or at least be able to recommend a few styles based on your fit). However, do not run in cross-trainers - they don't have the correct support for running....they may feel okay at first, but after a while, they will start to hurt/bother you (trust me...been there, done that LOL).

And do NOT limit yourself to a particular brand of shoe. A good running shoe will be more expensive than your typical cross-trainers.