Buying some running shoes

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OhYouBadBadKitten · 09/06/2018 17:21

I went out for a run yesterday, first time in a long time, took it very gently. While most of me feels absolutely fine, I've got a big bruise down the side of my foot, by my little toe. No idea how that happened.

I reckon my shoes are the issue - they are old! I'm going to go on a shoe hunt tomorrow. What should I be looking for in a pair of running shoes?

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AuntieStella · 10/06/2018 20:49

Gait analysis in a proper running shop is useful to the extent that they will be able to see how your foot strikes the ground, and will be able to recommend whether you need a neutral or a supportive sole. The staff usually know their stuff, and will know which shoes have more cushioning, which are best for what surfaces, which are lighter, which tend to fit what sort of feet etc - which might be very useful for you if you want wide over the toes.

They can also tell you lacing tricks that can help with fit and comfort.

And yes, you'll need to be half or one size up from normal shoe size

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OhYouBadBadKitten · 09/06/2018 17:26

I reckon they are too small. I think my feet have grown.

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OhYouBadBadKitten · 09/06/2018 17:26

I'll see if there's anywhere around here, thanks!

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DeepfriedPizza · 09/06/2018 17:25

Get yourself along to a running shop, they will get you to run a treadmill and see what shoe will suit you and go from there. I need to go up a fill shoe size so your trainers may be too small

JennieLee · 09/06/2018 17:24

I'd go to a specialist running shop where they do gait analysis. If that's possible, for you.

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