Running Shoes

Thanks for the link! They recommended the Brooks Addiction 10 shoes. They are "Control" shoes, and I was right about being flat footed and overpronating...The store I went to doesn't have Brooks brand, so I wonder if I should order some online, or find a different brand based on what I know now. Otherwise I'll have to wait until I go to the city (65 miles away) to buy running shoes.

I would try that website that the other girl suggested or try www.shoebuy.com. See if you can buy from the brooks website. You may be able to get a 30 day return policy. I thought I saw something like that on there, I might have misread something though. Just in case you get the wrong size

I had bought myself some Asics Rush 33 running shoes, and used them today, but I don't think they are right for my foot. They just don't "feel" right, if that makes sense. I have cleaned them up and plan on returning them tomorrow. My feet don't necessarily hurt, but I've only done Day 1 of the C25K in them...they really just don't feet right. Anyways, when I was running, I paid attention to how I was running. It was easier for me to run on my toes, instead of my whole foot, and I noticed the outside of my foot hit first and rolled in. I've considered going to a running store and have them watch me run and such, but the only one near me is 65 miles away and charges $40 to do that (unless I buy shoes there, that are marked up significantly.) I also have low arches/almost flat feet. Based on this, what type of foot does it sound like I have, and what shoes do you recommend I try? I plan on trying on a bunch of different ones tomorrow at the shoe store that I'm returning these ones to, but I'm not sure if they'll let me run in each pair or not.

I basically have flat feet, you should try out brooks, in my opinion, they are the best running shoes out there. The model that I buy are Brooks Beast. Regular price on them is around $130 for men's not sure about women's pricing, but you may be able to find last years model online for around a discounted price. My dad turned me onto the Brooks, he was having issues with his legs and someone suggested the Brooks and he has no issues with his legs anymore. They are worth the money. You get what you pay for.

So, true. Just think of it as a one time cost. Once you know the proper shoes to wear, you can order them on the Internet for less. It will definitely be worth it. Good luck!

The markup at the running store will save you pain and suffering down the road. Just go and pay.

So, true. Just think of it as a one time cost. Once you know the proper shoes to wear, you can order them on the Internet for less. It will definitely be worth it. Good luck!

The markup at the running store will save you pain and suffering down the road. Just go and pay.

You can get fitted at a reputable running store free of charge. They will measure your feet and analyze your gait. They'll allow you to try on as many pair of running shoes and have you run in them outside or on a treadmill. You don't need to pay to get professionally fit for the right shoes for your feet.

However, if you do choose to go to a running store to have it done by a professional, then I encourage you to buy your shoes from them. It would be like not tipping your server at a restaurant if you didn't.

You get what you pay for ... and in this instance, you should pay for what you get.

Most of these running stores are independently owned. They're people who live in your community. They support your local runs for charities in your community. They're often the coaches for TNT. They offer discounts to high school athletes and to running clubs.

If you tap into their professional knowledge, buy your shoes from them. The extra cost is minimal.

And, there are shoes that are "look a likes" to running shoes. They are the "fashion" shoe thus they would be incredibly cheaper. You'll get the real deal at running stores.