Running shoes

I'm having the same issue but we have a running specialty store in my town (people here are seriously health conscious). I'm going to make a visit and get their assistance. See if your city/town has a similar place and go let people with experience help you out. I will say that Brooks brand has a great reputation for running shoes but that's what I know by word-of-mouth and online (I also had an awesome pair a few years back when I was running for a brief period). I'm going to the pros for "proper" advice. Hope you find similar assistance.

lisawilkes20 wrote: »

I only started in a running group 3 weeks ago.
Decided I need new trainers, Google running shoes, WOW I need 'A' levels to understand it all. Did'nt realise there was a Science to running Haha

@lisawilkes20, @BadAssAries

I suggest talking to the people in your Running Group for Suggestions on what stores they use.
Don't get caught up in the hype on a particular Brand of Shoe. Every person has a different stride and foot meaning different shoe needs.

The first time I went to a running specific store I spent over an hour in the store ( as a guy I am normally in/out in 10mins or less so this was a major shopping event for me ) just walking around in different shoes. They had me pay attention to the feel of my toes - were they squeezed tight, loose or toe jamming ( hitting the end of the shoe). Also pay attention for Heel lift when you are walking, if they lift when you walk imagine what they will do to your heels when you are running. I had set aside 3-5 pairs as favorites which I then put on and did a short 2-5 minute Treadmill Run. This quickly ruled out some pairs and others were pure silk. Colors don't matter Form and Function are more important than Fashion.

Some links to good reads.
http://blog.myfitnesspal.com/how-to-find-the-best-running-shoes-for-you/
https://blog.myfitnesspal.com/when-should-you-replace-your-running-or-walking-shoes/
http://running.competitor.com/2015/04/photos/10-running-shoe-terms-you-need-to-know_125915
http://www.runnersworld.com/running-tips/the-25-golden-rules-of-running?cid=OB-_-RW-_-AF

I really like the Mizuno Wave Inspire 10 for outdoor running (no trails). They're light, yet supportive; however, it truly depends on your needs as a runner and your budget. As recommended above, speak to those in your group, and drop in on your local store so that you can see, and even try on, what's available.

Good luck and happy running!

Definitely go for a gait analysis done at a proper shop. I struggled awfully with pain when I tried to start running but after getting the right shoe for me (Brooks Adrenalin GTS for over pronation) it made a world of difference. Not sure that children's trainers will be the way to go unless they do specialist running shoes for kids these days... Honestly, you get what you pay for with a running shoe!

I agree with brooks. I am on my 3rd set of brooks ghost. Haven't had shin splints since I got the first pair...knock on wood. I had some Saucony that were like walking on air but they wore out quick and didn't give me the support brooks do.

NJgirl001 wrote: »

I just purchased a pair of Brooks Adrenaline this weekend, ran with them Saturday, Sunday and this morning. Didn't want to spend that much, but they are worth every penny. Salesperson was pushing running socks as well. Are running socks worth the money? My socks seem fine? What would running socks do better? Would I run faster and longer? I don't see the need for special running socks.

If running socks are anything like Cycling Socks they are made from a different material that will allow your foot to breath better, and they have some compression properties to them. And some of them will have little Gel Strips on the bottom to keep them from slipping around in your shoe.

i got suckered into a pair of feetures, and i actually love them.

Just bought some WigWam running socks that were $10. Worth it. Dry feet = happy feet.