Shoes!Shoes!OMG SHOES!

yuliyax
yuliyax Posts: 288
edited December 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
I need to get new trainers, I am planning to do C25K but I also like doing workout dvds and I exercise on a crosstrainer.
I don't have the money to get running shoes and crosstrainer shoes.
What is the difference between the 2? And can a running shoe be used to do aerobics or vice versa?
Which ones would you recommend?
What should I look for in a shoe?
I am looking for a shoe with extra extra cushioning (in the discription of the webshops every shoe seems to have it)
Asics Gel Kinetic 3 are on sale at the moment , I've seen people sing praises to them on here, but once again, can I use them not just for running?
also seem to like adidas Duramo 4, Puma Axis.

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  • yuliyax
    yuliyax Posts: 288
    Anyone?:sad:
  • kristinegift
    kristinegift Posts: 2,406 Member
    I use my running shoes for everything. I bike in them at the gym and I wear them to run (obviously). When I'm at home doing workout dvd stuff I do that barefoot. I'd go with a running shoe because you can use it sort of like a cross trainer. Just make sure that if this is the first pair you're getting of a brand/model, you try it on first to make sure it fits.
  • elliott82
    elliott82 Posts: 156 Member
    While I am NO expert on shoes, I would say since you're planning on doing C25K and not becoming a full on runner (at least not for a while) you should go with a cross trainer. Running shoes are designed for runners. As in long distances. And since you'll be doing more walking than running at least in the beginning, a cross trainer would better suit your needs.

    The reviews I found on the Asics say people with really high arches really like them. You could always go to a store and try on a few different brands and ask the salesperson what the differences are and then find ones you like online.
  • HeidiMightyRawr
    HeidiMightyRawr Posts: 3,343 Member
    I don't think I'm probably the best response to this as others would argue that you need separate shoes for running, but I personally buy regular trainers and they are what I wear them for all workouts,
    running,
    cross trainer
    lifting etc etc

    No problems yet, and I've always done this. I'd say as long as you are comfortable in them I wouldn't worry :smile: Put them on in the shop, have a walk around as you'd normally do and you'll get a pretty good feel for what you could wear.

    Note: I don't run regularly, so that would probably make a difference, but this was the best advice I could give, and hopefully some other people will respond soon.
  • pashalia
    pashalia Posts: 66 Member
    I love Nike vomero7. The are running and training shoes. Amazing stability no cramps any more!!! And soft!!!
  • happypath101
    happypath101 Posts: 534
    Hey there! I can't comment on any of the brands you list. But, do you get New Balance in the UK? I really love my New Balance cross-trainers. I have small, wide feet. I also broke one of them years ago. I have pins and arthitis in that foot now. The New Balance are totally comfy for me. Also, I LOVE getting Sports inserts and putting them into my runners. Your runners will last longer and feel great.

    Take care!
  • GSCPostBaby
    GSCPostBaby Posts: 111 Member
    Reebok RealFlex Transitions!
  • 916lude
    916lude Posts: 305
    Running shoes are built with most of the support at the toe and heel which is perfect for the back and forth motion of your foot while running. What running shoes don't have that crosstrainers do is the lateral support for side to side movements.

    I was doing Insanity with running shoes and it felt tons better when I went barefoot.

    Still haven't decided on which crosstrainers to get. Heard the Reebok Zigs are good.
  • meshashesha2012
    meshashesha2012 Posts: 8,329 Member
    if you're serious about it, then you should go to a running store and have them observe you run . that way you can get something that's made for how your foot falls and will give you any support that you need. i personally need shoes with a bit of motion control so for training i like asics gel. for race day shoes i get the lightest shoe i can wear that still will provide support. i personlly prefer puma for race shoes because i like to think i'm fast like a puma on race day :laugh:

    also try not to use your running shoes for other things because it wears down the support and you wear your shoes down faster than needed
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