Running Shoes

What kind of shoe you like depends on your type of foot and how you run. I would go to Runner's World online (runnersworld.com) and look at their guides on how to select the proper running shoe. A good shoe is really important, especially if you've had injuries in the past, so I wouldn't just get any shoe. It doesn't have to be the most expensive one out there, but it should be the right type for your feet and running needs.

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Whatever brand you go with, I think you must find a running shoe store. I'm sure there is one near you being between Chicago and Milwaukee (I grew up in MKE). Spending around $100 is probably the bare minimum. You can't go to a regular department store or shoe store. They sell a lower quality shoe. I began running a couple years ago, and I started with a department store Nike that I had always loved for its comfort. After about 3 days of running, I had knee pain. I had never had any sports injuries until that point. So, I went to a running shoe store, spent $100 on a different Nike, and have never been injured running. It was well worth it!

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Asics! I've worn them for years and I've never even wanted to change. If you don't have a running store near you, check out Zappos.com. They have a great return policy if you make a mistake.

Order a half size larger than your usual shoe size. They're pricier than some other brands, but I think they're worth every penny. (I do not order the really high-priced models.)

Just in case this helps you, I have skinny feet, so I buy the AA width and wear the thick Thorlo socks. That makes walking and jogging very comfortable, and I've never had a blister.

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I second the Asics! I just bought a pair yesterday and I cannot wait to run in them. It feels like I am wearing pillows on my feet! I have very narrow feet and a pretty high arch. I am a moderate runner-I am running a 5.7 mile leg of a relay in a marathon this weekend. This will be the furthest I have ever run, but I do run every week.

Asics can be pretty expensive, but they are worth every penny!

Good luck to you!

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I love Brooks running shoes! They are very stable and made for women. They're rarely over $100, and you can usually find them for $50-$75 at Sports Authority and DSW. I also love Saucony and they're usually well-priced as well.

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I run with Avia's, but your best bet is to go to an actual running store. They'll put you on a treadmill and record how you run, then recommend a good shoe for you.

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I love Adidas because it has a wider toe-box. My feet are narrow but I do not like having cramped toes when I run. I usually get the last season style at Marshalls or Sears for like $29. I run a lot and do triathlons and they work for me :) I refuse to pay $70-100 for running shoes that I replace a couple times a year due to mileage! Best wishes!

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I really love my Adidas Microbounce. They were about $100 when I bought them April 1st, maybe they are going on sale now?

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i absolutely LOVE my reebok realflex shoes. They're so comfortable and they bend and move with your foot perfectly. I do running on a treadmill and on a trail and they work great for both.

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Everyone is different. I looked for a running store near you but I did not find one. The one I like is Performance Running Outfitters. They have 3 locations. If you can, I would go to the running store so they can watch you run & they will recommend a shoe for your running style. Also, not sure what kind of knee problems you have but I have problems as well. I take Glucosamine with MSM & it works wonders for my knees. I don't have pain any more. If I don't take it, I will feel it. Good luck & hopefully you can keep running. It's a wonderful sport! By the way, I like Nike Pegasus or Asics Gel :)

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I LOVE Brooks! I used crappy Wal Mart ones and then I switched to Brooks and I felt SUCH a difference. Running shoes are a personal choice and I highly suggest going to a running store and being fitted. They will measure your foot, look at the arch, etc. That's how I discovered Brooks. Your body will appreciate a good shoe. I'll never run in a crappy one again

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Running shoes are a very personal thing. I gravitate towards Nike because I have a narrow heel.

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