Running Shoe Suggestions

I highly recommend going to a running store (we have Up and Running and Runner's Plus around here) and having them fit you for a running shoe. Mine cost $95 and they fit so perfectly and comfortably! Before I was just running in walking shoes and now I can tell they were so heavy and suffocating to my feet. And I didn't notice it until after, but the walking shoes were actually making my hip hurt. I haven't had a single issue since!

If you have a store near you like a Trak Shak, Fleet Feet or some other specialty store, they can watch you walk and fit your foot to the shoes that fit you best. That is what I would recommend! I ended up in a pair of Brooks and I them! They are so comfy! They did cost about 100.00 though.

I do distance (marathon length) walking and was told to get running shoes. A lot of the shoe decision depends on your feet. I would go to a good shoe store and tell them what you are doing. The right socks are also very important. I have used up 4 pair of asics gel nimbus and kayano. They are my favorite. Good luck.

Make sure they are running shoes Asics are great running shoes....I went and got fitted at a proper store and then went to Famous Footwear and bought the same shoes that was fitted for, for about 1/2 the cost. You can go get fitted at a sports store and then shop around. In Canda shoes are so expensive so i was lucky and went to the US. What would have cost me 200 bucks here only cost me 89 in the US. Shop around but get fitted first!

Yes. Definitely go to a running store. Especially since you are a beginning runner. Most running shoes are under $100 (which is still expensive for me!), but it will cost a lot more in doctor's bills and/or patience if you hurt yourself because you had the wrong shoe.

If you go to a good running store, they should have a way to analyze your stride and put you in the correct shoe. Not all models are constructed the same. You should get the correct one fitted for you. I know that you may pay a little more than you like (about $80 -$120) for a good pair, but it can potentially save you a lot of money in doctor bills down the road. Shoes are one of those things is life you should always spoil yourself and get quality. I hope this helps. Here is a good article that will explain what they are looking at when you go to the running store.

http://www.runnersworld.com/topic/0,7122,s6-240-319-0-0,00.html

I just finished C25K and can tell you that your shoes are soooo important!! You need a running shoe for sure.
If you can't go to a special running store, do some research online to see what kind of foot you have. Here's a link: http://www.therunningadvisor.com/running_shoes.html.
I wear by my Asics, I love them!! I'm about to get myself a new pair too. I'm getting the GEL-Frantic 6 Running Shoes. Awesome (and adorable!)

hi there

here's my opinion ( 6 yrs working ifor a women's nike store and triathlon store )..you can walk in a running shoe but should never run in a walking shoe, they are just built different

as for brands: there is no hard and fast answer...like i said i worked for nike but i love running in either saucony or new balance cause i have a wide foot...have your gait looked at....do you high arches or flat feet...is you foot narrow or wide...consider the shoe an investment and try not to be super focused on the price...two shoes ago by saucony were 129.00 and then my last pair were on sale for 49.99..luck of the draw

if you go to a large sports store ( better prices ) or even small running specific store ( more knowledgeable staff ) they often have a treadmill in house...try it and also ask about the refund policy ( many places will let you return then as long as you stay indoors ) this is great so you can wander around you house for a hour and make sure they are right

lastly..you should never have to break a shoe in..if it pinches ot pokes in under a minute..its going to drive you bonkers after 30-40 mins

hope this helps

dont get new balance if u care about hwo fast you run. it weighs more than brooks or other brands. get brooks,asics, or saucony. those r good brands

I see what you are saying, but for c25k, 1 or 3 ounces doesn't make a difference for me. My soccer cleats are 11 oz. because I wanted leather protection, rather than a thin 7 oz. synthetic ... that doesn't really affect my performance. Similarly, 11 oz. versus 9oz. running shoes really won't affect your times ... think of it this way: the extra 2 oz. will make you work harder and help you lose weight faster. Hehe. Big grins,

Sean