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AnnyaSB
AnnyaSB Posts: 233 Member
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OK, I keep seeing everywhere that you absolutely have to go to a specialist shop and get running shoes that fit your gait.

Well, I live in the back of beyond, and the nearest sports shop that does gait assessment is a 140 mile round trip from here. So my question is - is it absolutely IMPERATIVE that you get your gait assessed?

Any information/opinions gratefully received.

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  • loril13
    loril13 Posts: 320 Member
    I am interested in the answer from an "real" runners.

    I started C25k last week. I went to DSW and tried on several pair of running sneakers. I got two pair that were very comfortable and felt supportive. The three runs I have done so far, my feet, legs, knees adn back have felt fine. If my husband & I decide we really love running, we may investigate getting "properly" fitted. At this point, the time and expense isn't worth it.
  • Jaccyber
    Jaccyber Posts: 620 Member
    When I started the C25K 14 weeks ago now (Awesome program) I went to Payless and picked up the best pair of running shoes there that fit and went for it. I have been feeling really good on the runs so far with the shoes. I have been replacing the shoes after every 100 miles walked/ran so I continually have a good pair of running shoes. I am now into the B210K (Another awesome program) and still going strong. I have not been fitted yet and probably will not unless I choose to do this everyday which I do not see happening in the near future. Just do not have those kind of funds right now.

    Happy Running to you.
  • AnnyaSB
    AnnyaSB Posts: 233 Member
    Anyone else?

    It looks pretty much like I will stick with the running shoes I have already got. They are comfortable and I don't get sore when I jog in them. If I get serious about runing in the future (and with a bosom like mine I don't think that is likely TBH!) then I might consider the expense of the trip, the assessment (not free in the UK), and the subsequent shoe purchase.

    Thank you laides for your comments - much appreciated :happy:
  • mayberry310
    mayberry310 Posts: 146 Member
    I know you *should* get properly fitted, but like you said you don't exactly live close to a running specialty shoe store. I'm the same way. I haven't had any issues with my Nike's yet, but I know eventually I will make the trip and get properly fitted, because I intend to stick with this. I figure if the shoe is uncomfortable or you start having issues (knees, hip flexors, foot, ankle etc.) you'll know and then I'd push to make a Saturday day trip out of it or something..

    Edited to add... I work with several hard core runners. They have mentioned styles of shoes for me to stay away from and brands to look for. They seconded the getting fitted properly (1st being what I've read on here), but they said in no way should I just stop running because I haven't been properly fitted yet. The health benefits outweigh my "getting fitted" immediately.
  • confettibetti
    confettibetti Posts: 405 Member
    I got fitted for a 100 dollar pair of asics about 2 weeks ago. I didn't get them, but went online and bought asics for 70. 6pm.com Just got them, only used them one time, but they feel just as comfortable and supportive as the 100 dollar ones.
  • rciszek
    rciszek Posts: 134
    I didn't go to a specialty shop for mine. I went to the Nike Outlet and tried on numerous sneakers to see what works the best and felt the best. I didn't have any tests done or anything and have had no problems whatsoever in my choice. I don't know if its better or not, but I didn't have to go that route for me.
  • rciszek
    rciszek Posts: 134
    I am interested in the answer from an "real" runners.

    I started C25k last week. I went to DSW and tried on several pair of running sneakers. I got two pair that were very comfortable and felt supportive. The three runs I have done so far, my feet, legs, knees adn back have felt fine. If my husband & I decide we really love running, we may investigate getting "properly" fitted. At this point, the time and expense isn't worth it.
  • rciszek
    rciszek Posts: 134
    Exactly, I didn't find it necessary and finding it completely fine.

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