Running Trainers?

Drea

I have taken up running recently, just starting out and had my first run, which has resulted in a very sore heel from my trainers. I think I need to buy some new ones that are going to be good for running in.

They need to be as cheap as possible (can't use ebay as don't have paypal). Anyone know of any?

Thanks for any help

Sparky67

This isn't probably what you want to hear, but I wouldn't buy running shoes without proper advice from a specialist shop. Once you have found some you like you can buy replacements on-line, but you should get proper advice on the best shoes for your running style initially. The wrong shoe could be an expensive mistake.

haynrich

not a proffessional at all but hubby got some reebok running trainers yesterday from a reebok outlet store reduced from £40.00 to £14.00... he has them just for normal trainers as sparky67 above made good points and you might do yourself some damage..good luck and well done for doing what i have been wanting to do for years..
haynrich

Patrick20

I agree with Sparky67 to an extent here. I think you shouldnt be thinking about cheap as the priority when buying trainers for running. I wouldn't go as far as to seek specialist advice though. When did everyone get so soft that they cant go a run without a seeking professional advice? Just do a little research for consumer rated gear and get yourself out there.

mcduff16

You need to invest in a good pair of running trainers. Me and most of my friends use "New Balance" trainers and i have to say they are the best investment i made for my runs

jammiev

i too agree with sparky, i have done lots of running and you need advice from a running shop. you could be cheaky and go in and find the right pair, take a note of the make and model and size then leave without buying any then come home and buy them on the net!:p

always remember, you can buy 100's of pairs of trainers but you only get one pair of feet! you get what you pay for, avoid Nike, i run on Asics.

Hotspur

I too agree with Sparky67. When I took up running 2 years ago I was advised to go to a specialist running shop for my shoes. After asking what sort of running I was going to do they suggested several brands/price points including Asics, New Balance and Saucony which I tried in the shop and there was definitely a difference in the fit/weight/support etc. I ended up with Asics which are right for me but might not be for your feet. As others have said after that first purchase you can buy online with more confidence that you will get something that will fit.

Drea

Thanks for the help. I can't afford proper running shoes, I just want something to go for a run in. I'm not a professional runner so don't really see that I need professional running trainers.

SandC

I would ask around people you know who run to see what they recommend.

Just because you are not a professional runner doesn't mean that you should ignore proper running shoes. You really are at risk of injury if you're not wearing correct footwear (I know someone who decided they were going to train for a marathon - ended up on crutches with stress fractures after ignoring the signs of shin splints - she never did do that marathon.....).

They don't have to cost the earth, just that running shoes are designed to be the best support for that particular activity.

SandC

There's a guide on the attached website which might help. If you are not going to get advice from someone in the know at least it might be better if you chose a running shoe rather than a trainer. All sports shops make the differentiation.

http://www.runnersworld.co.uk/news/article.asp?UAN=481

Drea

I am planning on getting running shoes, they are selling for around £10 on ebay. I just can't use ebay.