Seeking shoe recommendations:
I've just graduated the C25K and am now starting the C210K. Over the last few weeks, I've noticed that my feet are starting to hurt a bit when I run and my right foot feels like it leans in to the middle a bit.
I never bought shoes for running. I just went for it in the shoes I had (Saucony trail shoes which I'm pretty sure I got over 5 years ago).
Does anyone have any advice for how I can find the best type of shoes?
Thank you in advance,
Danielle
Go to a running shop and get them to film your feet while running on a running machine to check your gait. Then you have an idea what shoes would suit best. Then it is a case of trying on several pairs and deciding which you like best. Some shops offer a returns policy if they are not right for you.
I'm in total agreement with Hidden . It's worth the effort and cost.
Yes, as Doyle says!
Running shoes routinely need to be biggger than your usual size, if you dont wish to loose nails. I have a pair one size bigger, and another a full size and half bigger. You should not need to 'break in' running shoes, hence you need to try many to know which are the best for you. Remember your feet get hot and therefore swell on long runs, so your shoes need to accommodate .
Yep I went to a running shop and am so pleased with my trainers - never heard of the name - but you put them on and jog - if they are right you will know 🏃♀️🏃♀️😘 mine are brooks 🏃♀️🏃♀️
Agree with all of the above - BUT, there are many things to consider about shoe fitting that we never hear much about . Shoe size is simply a measure of one's foot. Secondly comes shoe width- some manufactures make different width's but not all do and certainly not in every model that they make. Toe box space is another thing that needs to be considered and the need will vary with different people but shoe manufacturers do not say what their toebox size is for different models of shoe. Next thing to consider is the length of your toes - people with the same foot length can have different toe lengths which generally places their arches in a different places along the length of the foot. Finally heel width at the ankle - some people have thin width here while others are broader.
All of the reasons above is why I have 16 pairs of running shoes, all of which are not "perfect fit" !!! 
Try em on! You need to get at least a half size bigger as your feet swell on runs
Wow - thank you all for the sage advice! I will heed your advice and go to a local running store to find the perfect fit. Thanks again!!
Just to add to the above, I don't think it's a great idea to use trail shoes on hard surfaces. They don't have the same absorption as road shoes, which might also be part of the problem?
Take your old shoes with you and be prepared to run for a few minutes. Gait analysis is definitely the way to go.
Definitely go to a proper running shop. I am not a fan of the sort of place that just sticks you on a treadmill for so called gait analysis. A good shop will look at your naked feet, how you stand, how you bend, how you walk, as well as how you run, and will also consider width, toe box, as well as length. Some of the independents are excellent, look for recommendations on shops near you.
Pronation of your feet can be checked extremely accurate oh by machine. Your local gym or running club will advise where to go. If you live in or near London a large manufacturer ( the name begins with A ) has two shops . Ring up for an appointment for a free consultation. No-one pushes you to buy from them and it's a fantastic experience. Ask my sister!! The male assistant who measured my wife and I had the most developed leg muscles she had ever seen. My pronation (that is how much your feet are missaligned) was neutral. But Rita (my wife) measurements were way out . She completed the Robin Hood half marathon (her first haif) last week with no problems.
I Just Ordered My Trail Shoes 😁
2,4,6,8 now I know about my gait
New shoes!
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