New shoes???

[Flutegirl]

Am just about to start W3. Currently have a rather worn out pair of old trainers. Should I invest in a pair of running shoes? If so, what would you recommend? Thanks

[Preserved_Moose]

Definitely, especially if you’re running on the pavement. I did week 1 with trainers and it hurt a lot so you need a good cushion on the heel. I went into a sports shop and asked for a good pair on a budget, it made all the difference. Shop around though and look for sales, you’ll get a good deal.

[Flutegirl in reply to Preserved_Moose]

Thanks for your advice... I will go to a sports shop and see what I can find...🏃‍♀️

[MarkyD Graduate]

Are you a neutral runner, or do you over- or underpronate? What surfaces do you run on, and for what distance, and what frequency? Do you prefer a more cushioned shoe (this might make you land on your heel and is not recommended) or are you a mid-foot runner? Do you prefer a more stiff, supportive shoe and what about toe-heel level? Some shoes today are level, whilst others have a more traditional heel-toe drop of about 10-12mm.

I can recommend a brand, or even a colour. But that won't answer any of these questions and you could easily get some shoes that are not bio-mechanically suited to your running.

Go visit your local independent running shop and ask them to analyse your gait, and recommend shoes suitable for you.

[Flutegirl in reply to MarkyD]

I will do that... I certainly need some advice. Thanks 🏃‍♀️

[Gingernutter Graduate]

Part of starting this challenge I had to buy trainers as I didn't own any, wasn't sure if this would be a one trick pony so i went to Decathlon and bought their mid range ones (very cheap by normal standards) and they were illuminous orange!! They have been a dream from the moment I put them on and I'm starting week 7 tomorrow. I know you won't know till you've actually run in them, guess I was lucky 😊👍

[Flutegirl in reply to Gingernutter]

Thanks. I need to do some shopping! 👍🏃‍♀️

[dlloyd004 Graduate]

Agree with MarkyD. Get your gait analysed and then buy your new shoes based on the results of that analysis - it does make a massive difference.

[Flutegirl in reply to dlloyd004]

Thanks. Off to the shops for me...🏃‍♀️

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

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[Dexy5 Graduate]

Running shoes are a good investment. But do go to a proper runners shop where they know what they are doing, not somewhere like sports Direct.