Sneakers?

[pixeemom]

Hi again!
I know that everyone's feet are different, but I wanted to ask....what sneakers do you suggest for running in? what do you prefer and why?
My husband bought me a pair of Asic's for xmas and i like them but I wanted to get a 2nd pair....i wanted to try a lightweight sneaker but when i tried a pair on, they didn't have that cushiony feeling i got from my Asic's so i didn't buy them.
Famous Footwear is having a sale on athletic sneakers and i would like to get a 2nd pair but there are sooooooooooo many out there.
So any suggestions would be greatly appreciated, thank you.

 

[pilgrimr]

The best thing is to go to a running store where they can look at how you walk. Then they can tell you what shoes are best for you by the way you walk. I did this and it really helped. Also get some good running socks too.

 

[pixeemom]

The best thing is to go to a running store where they can look at how you walk. Then they can tell you what shoes are best for you by the way you walk. I did this and it really helped. Also get some good running socks too.

Thank you, i just found a store in my area, i might check them out next week.

 

[PrincessRhi]

I'm going to second pilgrimr's advice: go to a running store so your gait can be analyzed and they can pick out a good shoe for you.

 

[Barefoot Princess]

Hi there!

I agree with pilgrimr...everyone's feet are different, and there are no one-size-fits-all (or even this-range-should-be-fine- for-you) answer to your question. Ask other runners in the area (people who've been running for a while) for their recommendations on running store. Sure, you'll save few bucks at big chain stores, but wearing running shoes that don't quite fit you best could cause you a lot of pain.
A good running store should ask you to take off your shoes so they can look at your feet to check for pronation, arches and any other things that affect your running. They should also ask you questions like how much you run, what kind of surfaces you run on, and other running realted issues. If you have other shoes you liked or disliked in the past, you could bring them with you and tell them why - that may help them narrow down the choice for you.
Also, like pilgrimr said, good pair of running socks makes huge difference!
Hope you'll find your dream pair : )

 

[fashionista311]

yeah..go get fitted by someone who knows what they are doing. the right shoe won't make you run any faster or be a cure-all, but a wrong shoe can certainly wreck havoc on your gait and cause all sorts of problems. good luck!

 

[pixeemom]

Hi there!

I agree with pilgrimr...everyone's feet are different, and there are no one-size-fits-all (or even this-range-should-be-fine- for-you) answer to your question. Ask other runners in the area (people who've been running for a while) for their recommendations on running store. Sure, you'll save few bucks at big chain stores, but wearing running shoes that don't quite fit you best could cause you a lot of pain.
A good running store should ask you to take off your shoes so they can look at your feet to check for pronation, arches and any other things that affect your running. They should also ask you questions like how much you run, what kind of surfaces you run on, and other running realted issues. If you have other shoes you liked or disliked in the past, you could bring them with you and tell them why - that may help them narrow down the choice for you.
Also, like pilgrimr said, good pair of running socks makes huge difference!
Hope you'll find your dream pair : )

awesome thank you, i spoke to a friend a little bit ago and she suggested a store in my area, so going to go there this week and try them...thanks!!

yeah..go get fitted by someone who knows what they are doing. the right shoe won't make you run any faster or be a cure-all, but a wrong shoe can certainly wreck havoc on your gait and cause all sorts of problems. good luck!

will do thanks again!!!