Running shoes

[Little0ne]

Hi everyone!

Which running shoes do you use? I’m currently using my nike flex runner trainers but I’d like to buy some new ones. The ones that I currently use are about 3-4 years old and I’ve had a lot of wear out of them but they won’t last me much longer. I don’t want to spend too much on new ones but I’d like some recommendations from you to see what’s out there. Tried running in my air 270’s but I don’t like the bubble at the bottom which makes me feel like I’m about to twist my ankle!

Help a newbie please ☺️

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Hi LittleOne...a really decent running shop, staffed by enthusiasts, will not only give you best advice but will also do a free gait analysis on a treadmill - which is fun. That way you'll get the most appropriate shoes for you and your budget. I decided this was one piece of gear I was going to buy well....so I went for Brooks Glycerin (£160) just before I started C25K. It's like jogging on clouds yet really supportive. Apparently there's a tradition of posting a pic of new running shoes!!!

[SueAppleRun Graduate]

Once you've had your gait analysis and know the type of shoes will suit you, you can probably buy cheaper online, often last year's styles are reduced.

[Greyspikey]

Go to a running shop and have your gait analysed. I have over pronation and I use ASICS and they are amazing. Prior to buying them I had calf pain during and after every run and had resorted to wearing calf sleeves. Since using the ASICS I have not had any calf pain.

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

We all have our different favourites that suit us and our feet... my road runners and my trail shoes are all Adidas.. all bought in sales and all so comfy... never a blister or a black nail!

I did not do a shop test.. i did the wet foot test and then researched madly... it has worked for me for over 8 years

[Ziggyliscious in reply to Oldfloss]

Oldfloss tell us more ... is it like hand prints for feet and then you can analyse the shape to choose the shoes? (Sorry about the italics - no idea how that happened!).

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate in reply to Ziggyliscious]

Yes a bit like that...

sportsshoes.com/support/run...

[Ziggyliscious in reply to Oldfloss]

Great. Thanks for posting 👍😊

[VS1975 Graduate]

I treated myself to ASICS gel ones too,( £150 ish)they are light but sturdy around the ankle. Make sure you try some on 1st I wouldn’t recommend buying online until you know what brand your want. I’m a 5 but ASICS I’m a 7 so be mindful that different brands have different sizing. They are really comfy, no chafes/blisters/ sore toes. Mine have higher arch support as I’ve had plantar fasciitis in the past these seem to help that too so defo get a gait analysis if you can x

[nowster Graduate]

We all have totally different preferences.

For instance, I've been wearing barefoot shoes for over ten years and "normal" shoes feel uncomfortable nowadays.

Two pairs of toed shoes

[XenaZelda Graduate]

i love my Asics, i have several pairs that i now rotate for the different runs I do, i didn't get a gait analysis done (but you go with the rest of the guidance on here) but i find Asics (although i get a half size up) do me just well so i am sticking with this brand. I bought some new ones last week that i did pay full price for as i was worried they would go out of stock, and i just had to have them, but they look stunning and i can't wait to try them out.