Need some new running shoes.

[AlfaRomeoSpider]

Hello lovely people; I've been running C25K for over 12 months and have worn out my Sketchers running shoes nearly. Bought a pair of Salomon running shoes which I though were supposed to be the dogs. Been out in them twice and today felt a twinge lower left back and it has not gone away. So I think the new running shoes might be the guilty party; don't seem to provide that cushioning for road running.

I am in no way anything like an expert and am just an old lad just trying to keep healthy, but I absolutely love it.

The variety of running shoes out there is nothing but confusing so has anyone any suggestions that might suit my needs.

I do about 4 miles running/walking every three or four days and always on the road; quiet tarmacked country lanes.

I just found my Sketchers so comfy but ofcourse the style, that I had, is no longer in production/trendy enough whatever; fashion eh!!

Thanks in anticipation; have attached an image of my older Sketchers and new Salomon running shoes for reference.

Thanks so much for all your support

[Instructor57 Graduate]

Hi, the best way to find the correct running shoes for you would be to have a gait analysis in a dedicated running shop then see what they advise , A shoe that's good for one person could be totally wrong for you !

This post may help

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[AlfaRomeoSpider in reply to Instructor57]

Many thnaks for that sound advice. They don't say that in the adverts though do they ha ha.

[Cmoi Graduate]

What Instructor57 said AlfaRomeoSpider - you can't buy the right running shoes for you on the basis on what suits other people.

I need to replace my shoes, and saw a very popular model with 40% off in the sales recently. Tried them on, desperate to love them, and my feet went "Nope, not playing." I even went back with my current shoes and running socks to compare and double-check. Guess what? The dream bargain still felt wrong. So I left them, and hope they make someone else's feet very happy.

[AlfaRomeoSpider in reply to Cmoi]

Many thnaks for that sound advice.

[Zenta Graduate]

I agree with the previous comments, I'm lucky enough to live near Loughborough University and there is a fantastic shop in the town which has been going for over 30 years, the staff there are so knowledgeable and it doesn't matter to them if you are a new runner or a semi pro, you get the same care and attention. Hope you are able to find something as good near where you live.