Running Shoes??

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jennnny
jennnny Posts: 65
in Fitness and Exercise
So I NEED new running shoes....here is my dilemma:

I used to always wear New Balances in high school when I ran track and cross country. This last time I bought a pair of Nikes and I absolutely hate them. They give me blisters like no ones business.

I live close to a beach so I like to run on the beach, I've been considering buying a pair of Vibrams, but I don't want to be limited to only running on the beach so I'm not sure.

My feet are kind of wide so I guess what I'm wondering is what shoes should I buy!? What are the best running shoes you've had? What would you suggest? Any and all suggestions are welcome! Thanks! :)

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  • V44V
    V44V Posts: 366 Member
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    I just got a pair of Saucony, used them for the 1st time yesterday and will be trying them again today. They seem good at the moment.

    I have a pair of lighweight Nike's that take the running pod and they again are good.

    As for the Vibram's... Love them to death. I wasn't out of them last summer, tho' I haven't done a lot of running in them, did a couple of trail runs and you feel every bump and pebble. They take some getting used to, I bought them after doing some research having had a car crash and hurting my back. They have been brilliant and I now have three pairs :D

    Get good socks too...
  • finncmh
    finncmh Posts: 290
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    Vibram just came out with Bikila and Bikila LS... they are meant more for running. The LS have a more of a pull tight lace and are better for people with wide feet. I tend to have short wide feet so have a hard time with regular running shoes... LOVE these! Still building up to them but so far so good. My fiance loves his treksports also!
  • funfitfoodie
    funfitfoodie Posts: 630 Member
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    I would suggest going to a running specialist and having them look at your feet and they can recommend what's best for you - the best running specialists will also let you go for a run either outside or they might have a treadmill so you can get a feel for the shoes before you buy.
  • Shizzman
    Shizzman Posts: 527 Member
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    I'd say go for the Five Fingers...other than when you run in the sand I'd suggest injinji socks, but I would not suggest the socks when on sand...
  • abcwhite10
    abcwhite10 Posts: 140 Member
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    I'm on my third pair of Asics Nimbus 10's and my fourth will be the same when the time comes. Have no need to switch up to the newer model of Nimbus or try another shoe - I love these. Nice and light, gel insole, cool with lots of mesh, nice lace up system. They should work for wide feet too. They have different models for over and under pronators as well. These are meant for a "neutral" foot.
  • John090671
    John090671 Posts: 13
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    I got a pair of Brooks last week. Defyance 4's. They are very comfortable and light weight.
  • lelliebugh
    lelliebugh Posts: 340 Member
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    I love Aasics. I run in them and feel next to nothing. I have heard brooks are also great shoes. though I have yet to try them personally.
  • Wimpey
    Wimpey Posts: 64 Member
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    I train and run up to half marathon in Saucony, they seem to suit my wider foot and the cushioning versions I tend to buy give me good support. 5 and 10 km I race in Asics (both stand alone runs and triathlons/duathlons)
    I have done so for the last 6 years and always find consistency in performance with every new pair. I have used others, but gone back, simply for personal preference and because my favourite shop stocks them at good price etc...

    New Balance used to be available also in with size, apart from length, so that may be ideal for you? I am sure more brands have options too...
  • stormieweather
    stormieweather Posts: 2,549 Member
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    I have Asics Gel Nimbus 12's and love them.
  • srp2011
    srp2011 Posts: 1,829 Member
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    You really need to go to a running store and get fitted for shoes - what is right for one person may not be right for you - we all have different ways of running and foot striking, and an expert can look at the way you run on a treadmill and recommend shoes that are right for you (and give you a selection to try on and test out). Plus, the same style in the same brand can change from season to season, so what one person recommends here may have changed when you go to the store to look. Getting the right shoes is critical to remaining injury free, so it really is worth investing a little extra time to get the right pair.
  • beccarockslife
    beccarockslife Posts: 816 Member
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    It really depends on your gait, weight, and stride. You need to go to a running store and get fitted properly, they may ask you to walk in your socks or on a treadmill but they will be able to give you the best shoes and it only takes 30 mins.

    I have sauconys and love them.
  • V44V
    V44V Posts: 366 Member
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    I just got a pair of Saucony, used them for the 1st time yesterday and will be trying them again today. They seem good at the moment.

    I have a pair of lighweight Nike's that take the running pod and they again are good.

    As for the Vibram's... Love them to death. I wasn't out of them last summer, tho' I haven't done a lot of running in them, did a couple of trail runs and you feel every bump and pebble. They take some getting used to, I bought them after doing some research having had a car crash and hurting my back. They have been brilliant and I now have three pairs :D

    Get good socks too...

    Just ran a 30:13 5km in the Saucony's. My new PB :D
  • suzycreamcheese
    suzycreamcheese Posts: 1,766 Member
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    do sauconys come up big or small if i bought some online
  • V44V
    V44V Posts: 366 Member
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    do sauconys come up big or small if i bought some online

    I bought a size above my regular size for my last two pairs of trainers, haven't had any problems with either. Trainers in my normal size feel tight and have caused numbness in my feet.

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