New to running, help me with footwear and advice please.

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  • pfpf
    pfpf Posts: 4,945 Forumite
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    kerri_gt wrote: »
    I saw an article / review yesterday for the Declathon branded Kalenji trainers were decent for a pair of entry running trainers.before purchasing.

    just a quick update for anyone remotely interested. ended up getting a pair of these and they have been doing me very well. haven't missed a PR since starting and even put in some extra midweek runs.

    PR PB down to 25:13 which I still have to pinch myself about bearing in mind my OP.

    thanks everyone.
  • Herbyme
    Herbyme Posts: 720 Forumite
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    Well done pfpf!! It's great that you're doing it - the more you do, the more at ease you will feel with it all. A running club may be an idea for a bit more advice, support and camaraderie. There's bound to be one where you live. Then there are loads of other races you can enter... and so it goes on! No need to run super-fast or super-far, I find running every other day for about 35-40 minutes keeps my weight stable and I don't get aches after running. Find your 'enough and not too much' level and try to stay somewhere near that. And vary your runs so you don't get bored, new locations, different terrain, alone/with company etc. You'll be running happily when you're 99!
  • wazza99
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    Big Asics fan myself, luckily we have an outlet near us where you can get a decent pair for £50 and often around £30, never found another brand as comfy but they do seem to wear the soles quickly. Went for a look at the Decathlon ones but wasn't impressed and tbh no cheaper than Asics.
  • dont_use_vistaprint
    dont_use_vistaprint Posts: 601 Forumite
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    edited 9 November 2018 at 10:19AM
    Well done on your awesome progress , you 5k times for a new runner are great, Iv'e no doubt you will running in 24-25mins before too long.

    On the shoes, if you think you will continue to be a heavy runner - like me 13/14st you need good support , well made and not light / performance shoes, so realistically you need to be looking £50 upwards min. You will feel the difference when you put on good shoes and be motivated to run more.

    Asics Gel Pulse if its smooth and you road run, or maybe a trail shoe if the park run is not smooth and you run off road between park runs.

    Regarding the legs, get some 100m hill sprints and heavy squats into your training. Hit the free weights and bodyweights - squats, deadlifts, presses, dips and pull-ups do wonders for overall fitness, strength, endurance, stamina...forget those silly machines in gyms,waste of time.
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  • dont_use_vistaprint
    dont_use_vistaprint Posts: 601 Forumite
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    wazza99 wrote: »
    Big Asics fan myself, luckily we have an outlet near us where you can get a decent pair for £50 and often around £30, never found another brand as comfy but they do seem to wear the soles quickly. Went for a look at the Decathlon ones but wasn't impressed and tbh no cheaper than Asics.

    I love ASICS, when the Pulse 6 or 7 were going to end of line, I bought 3 pairs online, lasted about 2 years. They do wear on rough but are designed for sealed roads. If I cant get ASICS I use Adidas and for fell running Soloman, the only 3 brands I use
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  • wazza99
    wazza99 Posts: 370 Forumite
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    dont_use_vistaprint wrote: »
    I love ASICS, when the Pulse 6 or 7 were going to end of line, I bought 3 pairs online, lasted about 2 years. They do wear on rough but are designed for sealed roads. If I cant get ASICS I use Adidas and for fell running Soloman, the only 3 brands I use

    Can't use Adidas myself, always find them to slim fitting, perhaps your right on the sealed roads, as a lot of my runs do use towpaths/gravel, i find the cushioning goes after about 3-4 months anyway, at £50(max) a pair on average i really dont mind after all its my hobby and £10-£15 a month is all i ever spend, not much outlay in running :-) running in Asics GT2000's atm only cost £37..

    Happy running all !!!
  • Manxman_in_exile
    Manxman_in_exile Posts: 8,380 Forumite
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    ASICS rule as far as I'm concerned!


    OP - as you progress you may want to consider whether you need more specialist shoes. I've been running for forty years (very tiring!) but I had to give up for several months owing to really bad shin splints and knee pain. The problem is that my feet are totally flat and I over-pronate really badly. This also throws my hips and knees out of alignment. (Interestingly my brother has the exact opposite problem and is an extreme supinator).


    I tried to remedy this with support/motion control shoes, but it didn't work. Ten years ago I visited a podiatrist and he prescribed orthotics to put in neutral/cushioned shoes. I never suffered from shin splints or knee pain again.


    By the way - congratulations on your progress. Your improvement is a real achievement!
  • veryintrigued
    veryintrigued Posts: 3,843 Forumite
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    edited 11 November 2018 at 5:13PM
    A decent running shop will ask you to take your old trainers too so they can see where and if you pronate by looking at the wear on your shoe as well as gait and biomechanics.

    Getting fitted ASAP is the key to selecting the right shoe for you.

    I like a local running store - genuine keen and patient runners who will sort you out whether you're a newbie or experienced.

    You're paying for good advice which will help to injury proof you and you can then use to buy the same trainers possibly cheaper online later after you've worn the initial pair to death Whilst keeping contact with said store so they can track wear and see if these are working for you.

    Independents for me all the way - you been successful means they'll be successful.

    Happy running.
  • katteegord
    katteegord Posts: 3 Newbie
    Never buy running shoes without at least trying them on, preferably a little jog around the store.



    Almost agree , always try 10 minutes at least
  • k.green
    k.green Posts: 13 Forumite
    I would agree with making sure you try them on first. Also shoes are the most important equipment you'll need for running (think of it as the equivalent of a bike for cyclists), so although you don't want to spend much money I would advise reconsidering this and spending a bit more but get a proper gait analysis and ensure they are comfortable - not only will this help to make running more enjoyable but also help to prevent injuries. Good luck with your running.
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