So, I'm in need of a new pair of shoes...

sarabeth120
sarabeth120 Posts: 172 Member
edited January 10 in Fitness and Exercise
Like the title says, I am in desperate need of a new pair of shoes to work out in.The ones I'm using now are from high school (so, they are at least six years old). They fit fine and everything, but the soles are worn down pretty badly and I just think it's time to replace them.

I have a wide foot and a high instep so trying to find tennis shoes that fit me is always hard (that's probably why I've been putting this off for so long!), so any brand that would work with that kind of foot would be great! I usually walk on the treadmill or outside and I do some circuit training (right now I'm doing 30 day shred). Though, I may start running soon, so I need a shoe that would be good for all of the activities.

Does anyone had any suggestions for a new pair that is not too expensive (we're talking about under $100 preferably)? I have New Balance now, but I don't really care about the brand.

Thanks!

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  • meshashesha2012
    meshashesha2012 Posts: 8,329 Member
    try to get shoes based on the workouts you do.

    for instance i have a different pair of shoes that i wear exclusively on lifting days(chucks) that's different than ones i wear on low impact cardio days (crosstrainers) that's different on days when i'm running and sprinting (minimal support running shoes).

    the fact that you will be running means that you're going to need a different shoe since what your foot, ankle, knee hips need support with as a runner will be different than what your foot needs as a walker
  • GiddyupTim
    GiddyupTim Posts: 2,819 Member
    I have a wide, high-instep foot as well. I run in Nike Pegasus, with Superfeet insoles. Pegasuses come in wide widths. The only other brand of running shoes I know of that come in different widths are New Balance models, and I find that New Balance shoes are too cushy, which isn't good for my high arch and means they do not last very long.
    Superfeet are insoles you have to buy separately. Any running store will carry them.
    It is very hard to find good, wide running shoes. I hope that is changing.
    When I was a kid, I split the sides of every pair of shoes I ever owned.
  • Sycoholic
    Sycoholic Posts: 282 Member
    Find a local running store and get fitted there. They'll have you run on a treadmill and evaluate your gait. If you're looking for a stability shoe then you'll be looking at running specific brands such as Brooks or Asics. ****'s Sporting Goods also labels the shelf tags if it's a stability shoe. If you need a more normal shoe, than that becomes easy. Get fitted properly and you'll thank yourself, especially if you start running.
  • clarebrad
    clarebrad Posts: 188 Member
    Really reconmend getting a proper fitting otherwise you might end up wasting money. I got some Nike free runs and as i need arch support and wide feet were terrible. Ended up getting some Brooks and are great excellent support on arch and are dsigned for wider fits.
  • bullisnn82
    bullisnn82 Posts: 110
    I usually don't pay too much attention to the brand when shoe shopping. I look at the structure of the shoe - what is it made of? (I prefer ventilated material), does the sole have a good arch in it? Is it lightweight? I find that most shoes don't have much support for a high arch (which I have) so I buy a really good pair of insoles to make up for it.
  • djames92
    djames92 Posts: 990 Member
    working at a shoe store for the last year i would also recommend the nike pegasus preferably the pegasus 29 but the 28 is also very good. if those arent for you i just got a pair of air max and i love them
  • fp64
    fp64 Posts: 128 Member
    new balance, cross trainers, ebay or amazon
  • TrailRunner61
    TrailRunner61 Posts: 2,505 Member
    Find a local running store and get fitted there. They'll have you run on a treadmill and evaluate your gait. If you're looking for a stability shoe then you'll be looking at running specific brands such as Brooks or Asics. ****'s Sporting Goods also labels the shelf tags if it's a stability shoe. If you need a more normal shoe, than that becomes easy. Get fitted properly and you'll thank yourself, especially if you start running.
    This. Your feet are worth the investment!!!!
  • CarlieeBear
    CarlieeBear Posts: 325 Member
    If your shoes are 6 years old, pretty much anything that fits right will be an improvement :-)

    That said, I love my Saucony running shoes for walking and the elliptical. I actually wear them for everything. I used to be a Nike gal, but they don't seem to have the higher arches they once had. What I love about he Sauconys is the incredibly cushy heel.

    I'd go to DSW and try on a lot of shoes...actually, that's what I did. I've also heard that finding the shoe you want locally and checking Amazon.com can get you lower prices.
  • djames92
    djames92 Posts: 990 Member
    If your shoes are 6 years old, pretty much anything that fits right will be an improvement :-)

    That said, I love my Saucony running shoes for walking and the elliptical. I actually wear them for everything. I used to be a Nike gal, but they don't seem to have the higher arches they once had. What I love about he Sauconys is the incredibly cushy heel.

    I'd go to DSW and try on a lot of shoes...actually, that's what I did. I've also heard that finding the shoe you want locally and checking Amazon.com can get you lower prices.
    for a higher arch nike lunarglides or any of the lunar series has a really high arch and soooooo comfy :)
  • CarlieeBear
    CarlieeBear Posts: 325 Member
    Sauconys come in wide.
  • sarabeth120
    sarabeth120 Posts: 172 Member
    Thank you for all the suggestions! There are so many that I don't know which one I should get, so I will definitely be going shopping this weekend and trying a little bit of everything I guess!
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