If you're a novice runner, one of the first things you need to know abotu running is you need to buy good running shoes. These simple guidelines will help you make good choices as you pick out your first pair of running shoes.
To begin with, you need to grasp the importance of good running shoes. While good running shoes are expensive, they are essential for protecting your joints. If you're smart, you'll replace your running shoes when you hit 350 miles of running (about 4-6 months for most runners) and will only wear them to run. If you are heavier, you’ll need to replace shoes more often. To preserve shoes, try to run on the track, treadmills, or trails more than on pavement.
Just before going to buy shoes, try this test. Wet your feet and then step on to the dry asphalt, noting the footprint you leave. If your foot leaves a solid footprint, you need extra arch support. If you see a curvy footprint, you have good arches.
Take a look at your regular shoes and note where they wear and if you ever feel stress on either side of your ankles. You are checking for what's called over and under pronation. Basically you’re looking to see if your feet lean in (overpronation) or out (underpronation) or if they remain stable as you run (no need for extra support). If you have joint issues, you’ll probably need ankle stabilizing running shoes that also provide a lot of cushion.
Another factor to consider is the size of the toebox. Your toes will swell as you run, especially in the warmer months, so make sure you have a lot of room around your toes while still having a snug fit around the ankles. It's common to buy running shoes in a size larger than your everyday shoes.
Take good care of your feet, and you’ll be running injury-free!
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