Affordable running trainers?

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I desperately need some proper running trainers but don’t have a clue what consists of a good trainer. Can anyone recommend any to get going with? Googling has shown me how expensive they can be, but ideally I’d like to start with a pair around £50-£60.
Any recommendations?

Decathlon have their own range of well respected trainers.

Look at hoka you will find a pair around that price in current sale.

I got old season ASICS from amazon last year for £30...

I really like my Asics. Lots on sale in Sports Direct atm. I went to runner's world and they film you jogging up and down in different pairs which was how I chose them. They're super comfy. I have bunions and my feet lean in, have never felt so comfy in shoes before.

I wear brooks trainers and can usually find a pair of previous season for around £60. Start fitness usually have the same design from a previous season (often it's just a different colour)

My OH runs a lot (completed tens of half marathons and 4 marathons last year plus training) and really rates the Nike Air Zoom Pegasus trainers. He picked his pair up in the sales before for around your budget.

Go to a proper running shop & run on their treadmill. They will be able to advise on which type suits you best.

so, the thing with good running shoes is it is a very personal thing. ideally you want to go to a shop and get your gait checked - they will tell you what style of trainers you are best suited to. In fairness though the cost of trainers they will try and ell you will probably excedd your bedget. Although once you know what you need future pairs can be bought more cheaply on line. Alternatively have a look at sportshoes.com or startfitness.co.uk who do some decent discounted running shoes. If you dont know what you need and are just starting out look for neatral road shoes, unless you are running mostly on trails in which case you need trail shoes. Personally I love Brooks, but have also run in nikes and new balance. I dont like hokas or asics as the fit isnt right for me but both are good brands. Saucony and mizuno are also good barnads, although also not right for me. Good luck - I love buying new running shoes!

lord, sorry for all the typos....have had some wine LOL

First you need to work out what kind of shoe you need and go from there. If you google neutral or stability shoes you should find a guide on how to tell what kind of support you need. A piece of paper and a wet foot is pretty much all you need to get a rough idea.

As you will have noticed already, what suits one person will not suit someone else. My preference is Nike Epic Reacts. If you look at the soles of your shoes the wear pattern will also give you an idea of where you want cushioning. I’m a heel striker so need plenty of cushioning on my heels, however my son runs on the balls of his feet so needs all his cushioning in the front.

I think it all depends on what you are planning on doing. If you are just starting out, then a pair of last seasons neutral will be ok.

However, if you want to do some serious mileage then you should go to a specialist shop who will be able to record and asses your running gait and recommend a suitable pair.

A pair of running shoes which suit are very individualistic so what suits one person may not suit another.

I agree with going to speak to a proper running shop, otherwise any money on other/cheaper shoes is potentially a false economy.

Don’t forget a good running bra, for similar reasons of comfort and injury limitation.

The best advice I could give is to go up a size. Everyone I know (who runs) make a point about getting your gait checked. I never have, but that's a personal choice. Mainly I just cant be arsed

Depends what your goal is really.

Are you just starting out?
Are you entered into any events? If so how far?
Are you already running regularly?

If you are just starting out I'd suggest getting some pretty neutral ones within your budget and going from there.

If you are doing a marathon I'd recommend going into a shop to try on pairs first. I got some yesterday from Sports Direct for £49.

If you are just starting out, but have something big planned (eg London Marathon) then Id seriously consider going to a proper running shop (one designed for runners not sports direct) and getting proper advice

What sort of running are you interested in?

Road? Trail/grass/mud? Distance?

I'm guessing that you are looking for an entry-level pretty much all-purpose shoe for running mainly on tarmac and firm flattish/smoothish paths. Finding out at some stage if you need a supportive sole will be worth it, but if you're starting out then you may as well get neutral sole to begin with (and upgrade when you get your next pair)

Remember to size up - at least half a size, most people AFAIK go one size up.

The appallingly named Nike Vomero is a good entry level shoe - all sorts of places sell the previous season's colours which should bring it down to your price bracket

Go somewhere like sports direct and get a previous season discounted pair

If you want High Street, then Decathlon (cheapest, good selection, quite likely to have staff who know something about the types of shoe they have), Runners Need (always seem to have offers on, very likely to have staff who really know their stuff, do free (no purchase required) basic gait analysis) or John Lewis sports department (hit and miss IME)

I find Sports Direct range for running trainers disappointing, and staff may well not know anything about running.

Hoka one one (Arahi 3) are the only ones for me, but they are very rarely in the sales
I definitely recommend a good independent running shop, their advice is invaluable.

Or if you're near Birmingham, pop to the guys in Up and running and they'll sort you out!