I got some new running shoes the other day. The athletic store I went to was run by a guy who seemed to have dedicated his life to studying shoes and running! My favorite shoes are Asics, but he taught me the basics for any shoes. I learned some great things:
*If you pronate, you should look for shoes that have a grey strip on the inside step of the shoe (on the side sole). If you don't pronate, don't buy shoes with grey!! (I did that once and have ruined my big toe).
*Good shoes should not be sewn together inside on the bottom of the shoe, but should be sewn around the sides (you have to lift up the bottom cushion to check).
*Buy running shoes at least a half size too big to allow for your toes to spread when you run.
*If your heel slips when you run, lace your shoes up using the front and the back hole at the top of the shoes.
*Shoes should fit comfortably the first time you put them on. 'Breaking in' shoes means they won't be a great fit for you.
1 comment:
Those are really good tips! I'm looking for new shoes now, and this is great, thanks!
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