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x Couch to 5K

Can we talk socks for a moment? Do any of you have favourite socks that you run in and what difference do you think they make. As my distances are increasing, this is becoming a bigger issue. Would love to get some recommendations and some pros/cons.

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TanethraGraduate10

I currently use a pair of Everlast ankle length socks and not suffered from any blisters or the such like. I use them for playing squash too and not developed blisters there either. I know there are probably better technical socks if you are doing a lot of miles but these a fine for me atm.

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JoolieB1Graduate10

Don't apologise! I totally love running socks, they feel so luxurious and cosy that I wear them all the time, even when I am not running. The padding feels so soft on my feet that when I run, it feels very comfortable. I wouldn't even think about running in ordinary socks anymore. I am a bit tight, so I just get them from a well known cheap sports store but I might treat myself for Christmas to some special ones, maybe some Ron Hill socks for the winter

I converted to double layer socks very early on. They stop me getting blisters in my arches... I got runbreeze first of all, but I've also found cheaper double layer socks in Sports Direct that work just as well. What do you expect from your running socks - any particular niggles?

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Exactly your issue really. The arches seems to be place for niggles.

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Then definitely get double layer socks :)

I had problems with calf strain in my early weeks and was advised to try compression socks. So now, I alwYs wear these. I don't know if they work but they are my favourites.

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benwillGraduate10

sportsshoes.com/product/hst...

these are my running socks at the moment and will buy again when they have worn out, cheap cosy, comfortable, cushioned and pretty good value. I also have an expensive pair of socks which are my lucky race socks!

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