Week 8, run 1, time for some new shoes?

[pennyowen2019]

Monday night was W8R1, tonight is W8RN. I've got my water, I've got my lycras, I'm feeling ready... except for my trainers.

I currently have the Nike Downshifter Women's Running Shoe, which are fine but well worn in, and I think I need a bit of an upgrade.

I'd love some advice, particularly from the ladies out there, for some good running shoes. Something that is good for both the treadmill and for roads and parks.

Thanks in advance for any advice you have for good trainers or tips and tricks!

[Redcat19 Graduate]

I've just bought Brooks Ghost 11, really love them.

[pennyowen2019 Graduate in reply to Redcat19]

Thank you! Will take note of these.

[Pinkguineapig]

Really worth going to a specialist running shop, where you can get your gait measured and talk to someone who understands running, as everyone is different. Tell them how many times a week you run, whether you run on tarmac/grass or treadmill or a mix of all, and if you have any weaknesses in your legs that you want to protect (like your knees/ankles/tendons etc). I had been running in old standard trainers and can’t believe how a good pair of running shoes (ASICS, in my case), some proper running socks and an insole has improved my running!

[pennyowen2019 Graduate in reply to Pinkguineapig]

Oooh really? That’s sounds like it’s worth the extra effort if you’re running has improved. Any recommendations of places that do that measurement?

[Pinkguineapig in reply to pennyowen2019]

I’m no expert, but most towns have a running shop, or a good independent sports shop, I think.

[pennyowen2019 Graduate in reply to Pinkguineapig]

Great. I live in London so I’m sure there’s something very nearby! Will do some research.

[Debston Graduate in reply to pennyowen2019]

Lots of Runners Need shops in London!