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How many miles should I go on a pair of shoes??

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Jaccyber
Jaccyber Posts: 620 Member
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Here is a newbie question:
So how many miles should I go on a pair of running shoes??
Do you go by so many miles or do you buy shoes every two or three months?

So far I have walk/jogged about 20 miles. I am on Week 2 day 1. I did 5 days of week 1.

Thank you in advance.

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  • aimeeinohio
    aimeeinohio Posts: 301 Member
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    I've read 500 miles on a good pair of shoes.

    My AVIA shoes don't have 500 but I need to replace them.
  • vinneeminnee123
    vinneeminnee123 Posts: 18
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    I never actually clocked the miles on my shoes however do not let them get broken down! Literally 3 days ago I had to take a break because the backs of mine broke down enough (from me slipping in and out of them) to give me blisters on my heals! Bad bad news. Couldn't wear shoes without pain for a few days which cut back on my training time :(
  • aimeeinohio
    aimeeinohio Posts: 301 Member
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    Mine are worn on at the front end :)
  • iluvprettyshoes
    iluvprettyshoes Posts: 605 Member
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    I can usually tell because my legs will start hurting like I'm about to get shin splints.
  • Randyamc
    Randyamc Posts: 365 Member
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    I've read 500 miles also. Just picked up my Asics at the start of my C25k program soo I'll let you know. ;) lol
  • Im_NotPerfect
    Im_NotPerfect Posts: 2,181 Member
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    A coworker who is an avid runner said he replaces his once a year. So 500 miles sounds about right.

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