Can anyone recommend some cheap running shoes?

SG27

I've been running a few weeks after not running since stopping playing rugby 3 years ago. I've run a couple of long runs half marathon last weekend and a 15 mile yesterday. Problem is my knees are hurting afterwards, not during running. I think this maybe partly going to far too early and partly wrong trainers. I'm using my north face walking trainers which are comfortable and light but I don't think designed for running. Can any recommend a decent pair of running shoes preferably under £30ish? Or will I need to save up and spend more?

I'm looking to run a marathon length run in a few weeks hopefully.

warriorsq

I run Ultras (up to 100 miles non stop) and have always worn New Balance for training and events without problem. Get mine from Sports Direct £30-£35, worth going a size larger than you normally wear with them though

SG27

warriorsq wrote: »

I run Ultras (up to 100 miles non stop) and have always worn New Balance for training and events without problem. Get mine from Sports Direct £30-£35, worth going a size larger than you normally wear with them though

Good effort! Maybe one day I'll work up to an ultra!

Thanks

fairy_lights

Asics are brilliant, slightly more expensive but worth it in the long run. I got mine for about £50 but you can buy them cheaper online if you're not too fussy about colour/design.

SG27

warriorsq wrote: »

I run Ultras (up to 100 miles non stop) and have always worn New Balance for training and events without problem. Get mine from Sports Direct £30-£35, worth going a size larger than you normally wear with them though

I found some for £34.99 which look good (I think) why do I need one size bigger? Do they come up small? A full size or a half size?

vegasvisitor

I know asics either run short or you just need a bigger size. I'm a 7 or 7 1/2 in shoes, and I buy an 8 and it's fine. That said, one pair I have feel smaller than the rest (cumulus 16) and if I bought those again I think I'd need to go up another 1/2 size.

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I paid £26 for a pair of Nike airmax over 5 years ago and although they look a bit tatty they are still going strong and ive been running regularly for the last 2 years.

1940sGal

I got mine from Sports Direct. Karrimor & cost £20. Do the job perfectly.

warriorsq

SG27 wrote: »

I found some for £34.99 which look good (I think) why do I need one size bigger? Do they come up small? A full size or a half size?

Yeah they do come up small. Personally I'd go full but maybe try a pair on somewhere and order online if that works out cheaper, cheeky I know but such is life ;-)

Svalbaard

Hi, great job on the distances :-)

Re your trainers : when you say they are not designed for running, how do you mean? Have you thought that at the higher distances you are doing that alleviating the pain may be about changing your running "form" rather than shoes?

I know a lot of higher distance specific shoes (Newtons, Nikes etc) are very light with less cushioning, and have a less pronounced drop from heel to forefoot to allow for a more natural mid-sole/forefoot strike that helps reduce the impact on your shins and knees that generally occur if you are a heelstriker (if you are one)? It can also help increase the turnover and cadence and preserve energy - all which should help improve times also ;-)

There are some great books out there on running form so maybe take a read?

I've been running (Triathlon and 1/2 Iron distances) for a over year now and am still learning. Running (other than away from bears) has been a revelation in my life, and I find the science behind it all - fascinating.

Just my $0.02 worth, but hope it helps even a little.

I'm interested in how you get on.

Best of luck.

SG27

Thanks Svalbaard, my north face shoes have very little cushioning I'm not sure if that's contributing to my knee pain.

The running in my life up to now has consisted of high speed short distance on a rugby pitch so long distance is very different. Also I gave up rugby 3ish years ago. I think looking at and adjusting my running form may be a good idea, I've not even considered any running technique and I suppose like most things there is more to it than you first think!

I'm giving my knees a full weeks rest to recover although I also have a physical job so do lots of walking lifting and carrying so not really full rest.