Have you ever browsed through a running store looking for the right pair of shoes? It can be a daunting task, given all the options available to the consumer. Any good running store will have at least five or six brands heavily stocked. Within each brand, there may be a dozen or so choices, so how do you know which one to pick for yourself?
The easiest thing would be to have a trained salesperson help you decide which shoe is right for you. They may watch you walk, try to analyze your gait, and put you in a shoe that they think will be most appropriate for you. However, a trained salesperson may not always be available. With that in mind, there are a few things you’ll want to look for in a shoe.
1. First thing’s first – you’ll need to know what type of shoe to get. Breaking down the various types of running shoes most generally, you’ll find two basic types; shoes that are meant for cushioning and shoes that are meant for controlling the motion of your foot.
A shoe that controls the motion of your foot, or a “motion-control” shoe is usually used for someone that over-pronates, has a very flexible foot, or generally has a lot of movement in their gait. They may have a lower arch, which can be measured by stepping with a wet foot onto a piece of paper.
If you tend to put a lot of pressure on the lateral, or outside portion of your foot, you’ll be more likely in need of a cushioning shoe. These shoes are meant to support the natural movement of your foot, while giving it extra padding through the stresses of running.
Within each running shoe brand, there are various levels of support and motion control-type shoes. Think of it as a sliding scale. There are several places to read reviews of particular styles of both types of shoes, available through magazines like Runner’s World, and online reviews such as http://www.motioncontrolrunningshoes.info/ and http://www.cushionrunningshoes.com/. You may also find that experienced and well-trained salespeople, where available, will have opinions regarding some styles, brands, and types of shoes.
2. Get the right size. Find out how to pick the right size HERE.
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