Choosing Running Shoes

It's time to getting running. Do you just throw on any shoes you have and get running? Do you pick the ones with the best color or the brand you love from their commercials?

Well, some of us do this. It may be ok to start but eventually you will start to feel some aches and pains that are associated with inappropriate or worn out shoes. Do you need to spend a lot of money on shoes? People do but I believe you don't have to spend a bundle. Just get good advice. Make a trip to a running store that does a "gait analysis." For free, they will analyze your walk and recommend some shoes for you. You might think that they will recommend the most expensive shoe but a good place will not do this. I am amazed at the difference in the shoes that I chose for myself and the ones that were recommended for me. I feel better running and I saved money.  Oh, and don't base your shoe choice on the ones with the best color. This is about comfort, not style for once. Your body will thank you. The wrong shoes will create unnecessary aches and pains. The right ones will add to your running success!

Check it out. It's a lot of fun.  Have a great run and let me know what you find out!

Heidi J Cox