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Best shoes for running?

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  • camillehardeman
    camillehardeman Posts: 46
    I'm no expert but I just got a pair of Nike LunarFly+ (I think that's what they are called?) and they are amazing. I must have tried on a million different shoes but these are great, they provide more support and stability without being too heavy.
  • christatree
    christatree Posts: 31 Member
    I recommend getting fitted at a reputable (running) shoe store that has an easy to understand return policy. Make sure it's a good store. 1 sign is that they should let you wear them and run around indoors and outside of their store to test them out before buying.
    I purchased my first pair of real running shoes from Fleet Feet (Northfield, OH). They were Mizunos and I thought they were good at first. A few times on the treadmill and 1 run outdoors within 1 week and they made the bottom of my feet hurt. I cleaned the trail dust from the bottoms brought them back to the store and they gladly refitted me with some Asics. I didn't have any problem returning them at all.
    I have slightly high arches but do not pronate so a neutral shoe with some stability works for me. I also like my running shoes in a half size larger than my normal shoe size. (unless the brand runs small then I get a full size bigger)
    I've had success with Asics, Saucony and Brooks. I noticed at the end of 300 miles my Asics Cumulus 11 were too soft so when I changed to Saucony Triumph 8 they had a little more support. These worked well.
    A few months ago I won a pair of Brooks Ravenna 2 from a running store raffle and I love them and shouldn't have to shop for another paid until mid 2012.

    I've never paid more than about $100-120 for my shoes and be sure to ask about discounts if you belong to a running club. Sometimes you can get 10-15% off.
  • sufikitkat
    sufikitkat Posts: 583 Member
    It's what your foot needs that is the best for you. Absolutely go to a Running store, such as fleet feet, and get fitted completely. This includes them assessing your foot and gait while walking and running on a treadmill in different sneakers. They will be able to determine if you need a stability sneaker, etc. You could hear a million different ideas on what are the "best" running shoes but it is all based on what a person needs individually. Your pronation, gait, arch, running form, etc all play a part and we are all different in little ways. Good luck finding your perfect shoe!
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