Running shoes

Indie_Kid

Gaz83 wrote: »

You do not want to be running in anything loose, so be careful when buying a size too big. It will cause untold blisters!

And running in shoes a tad small means you lose a toenail or two.:(

I did run in Brooks Adrenaline. But the 4 is on the snug size and the 4.5 is too big. Currently running in a pair of Nike Lunareclipse and Addidas Salvation.

I was sold the wrong type of shoes twice. I put up with the pain for a few weeks, being a naive newbie, I thought the pain was normal. I was told by a few runners that my pain isn't normal and I need a different pair of shoes. The people in the running then replied with "we're runners too". And? Their idea of doing a second gait analysis on me involved me walking for about a minute barefoot.

I then went elsewhere and explained to the other man what had happened. He said I was in the wrong shoes. He spent an hour or so with me trying on various shoes. He brought out some hideous white and green Nikes and I just laughed. Luckily, they didn't work for me. I ended up with a pair of New Balance 660s. I wanted a second pair of shoes so went back again, taking my 660s with me and was given a pair of Asics 2150s.

Unfortunately, he's now shut down. But I am happy with the service from Sweatshop.

I am in the rubbish situation of having small feet; so it's a struggle to find shoes that fit. No-one really does kids running shoes either, else I'd run in them.

Kayalana99

Maybe I should just stick to my converses as they aren't hurting my feet...doesn't seem like you can win really! :rotfl:

YORKSHIRELASS

I am another who thinks its important to get your trainers properly fitted. I was once told the impact of road running is the same as your weight multiplied 4 times over hitting the ground through your feet. (This may be nonsense but it does kind of make sense).

I have a very neutral gait and run in Saucony Pro-Grid Triumphs which are amazing.

If you can save up for your first pair then you can keep buying the same model cheaper online (although I do appreciate you should go back and have your gait checked once in a while to see if it has changed).

fufu_banterwaite

Kayalana99 wrote: »

Maybe I should just stick to my converses as they aren't hurting my feet...doesn't seem like you can win really! :rotfl:

Yes you should. Don't change what isn't broken.

somethingcorporate

Indie_Kid wrote: »

I then went elsewhere and explained to the other man what had happened. He said I was in the wrong shoes. He spent an hour or so with me trying on various shoes. He brought out some hideous white and green Nikes and I just laughed. Luckily, they didn't work for me. I ended up with a pair of New Balance 660s. I wanted a second pair of shoes so went back again, taking my 660s with me and was given a pair of Asics 2150s.

I lived and died in my Asics GT2150s, lovely pair of shoes. Unfortunately you cannot get hold of them for love nor money and mine have fallen to bits. I picked up a pair of the GT1000 v2s for £50 from Wiggle a few weeks back but bought a pair of Brooks (cannot remember the model) from Sweatshop a couple of months back and aside from the first session of ankle and calf pain they are like running in slippers and absolutely wonderful pair.

Sweatshop are a superb place to go to get proper gait analysis and advice, they also do 30 day returns on trainers that don't work for you (you can run in them in this period). They also have a great selection of shoes, I went to a local specialist store they had no shoes in a 7 or 8 for a mild over-pronator (hardly an uncommon running style) and Sweatshop had about 6 pairs they could offer me in both sizes.

Andy_89

LastFour wrote: »

I run in Asics. Sports Direct have quite a few different makes/styles on offer at the moment, you should be able to find something within your budget.

Back when I used to run for a club, there was never a better trainer than Asics, they are comfortable beyond comparrison.

But as others have suggested it depends what suits you.

G_Model101

Ali used to do his roadwork in Army boots as he thought running in the heavy boots would make his feet feel lighter in the ring. Anyway!

Personally I see nothing wrong in running in a pair of cheap trainers as long as you get some kind of support from them and you feel comfortable. I was running in a pair of £10 Dunlop's from SportsDirect until recently. However, they were incredibly poorly made with literally no structure to the shoes. They also fell apart after about two months. I did however manage to run a marathon in them with no issues. I switched to "proper" running shoes after realising that it'd probably be a false economy, buying cheap shoes and having to replace them more often.

After that I bought a pair of £25 low end running shoes. The idea of paying much more is something I am dead set against. Just make sure the shoe is comfy. After a while you'll begin to see what style of shoe suits you more and you can pick and choose the right type from experience.

Having an expensive shoe is not going to make you any faster. It's the frequency and duration of your training that will do that.

Indie_Kid

somethingcorporate wrote: »

I lived and died in my Asics GT2150s, lovely pair of shoes. Unfortunately you cannot get hold of them for love nor money and mine have fallen to bits. I picked up a pair of the GT1000 v2s for £50 from Wiggle a few weeks back but bought a pair of Brooks (cannot remember the model) from Sweatshop a couple of months back and aside from the first session of ankle and calf pain they are like running in slippers and absolutely wonderful pair.

I got the GT 1000s too. The sole started going after 100 odd miles.

Sweatshop are a superb place to go to get proper gait analysis and advice, they also do 30 day returns on trainers that don't work for you (you can run in them in this period). They also have a great selection of shoes, I went to a local specialist store they had no shoes in a 7 or 8 for a mild over-pronator (hardly an uncommon running style) and Sweatshop had about 6 pairs they could offer me in both sizes.

Seconded. I've had no problems with Sweatshop at all. Although, they don't stock trail shoes in a size 4. Had to go to 3 shops before finally going to Go Outdoors and got a pair.

I also find that the staff in Sweatshop are approachable. I can go in there and just ask a running related question and I get my answer. Not had a problem at all with the service.

One of the best pairs of running shoes I had were my 660s. They were also the cheapest.

getcarter

Asics are a good make, I use a pair of scholl insoles in mine to help my arch as well.

Alikay

Kayalana99 wrote: »

Ah. I did find one called Derby Runner but I really can't afford to go spending £100 + on trainers.

I've bought trainers from here as have my sons and DH, and they're very helpful. You may not have to spend £100 - we certainly haven't yet. They aren't the cheapest, but it's worth getting shoes which fit and support well to prevent injuries to your feet.

Derby Runner give 10% discount for various jobs and clubs: NHS, Rolls Royce, HM Forces, City Council for starters - it's worth a phonecall to see if you qualify for one.