desperatehousewife Posted April 6, 2006 #1 Share Posted April 6, 2006 Help!!! I need a good running/walking shoe for the gym.The ones I had just took a turn for the worse, but I did not like them anyway. I need one with good support and cushion...... Any ideas?:confused: Thank You! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoyaheel Posted April 6, 2006 #2 Share Posted April 6, 2006 Best fit will depend on your foot shape. I have a wide toe box and have never found Nike comfortable--too narrow. The best shoes for my feet have been Saucony and New Balance. Just get out there and start trying shoes on:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LARGIN Posted April 6, 2006 #3 Share Posted April 6, 2006 Aasics and Reeboks are my shoes of choice... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicenspicy Posted April 7, 2006 #4 Share Posted April 7, 2006 If you can, go to a running shoe store and have your step evaluated. They can recommend the propper shoe for you & your wallet. If you don't have a store in your area, look for Brooks, Asics (sp?) or New Balance. They are all soft and comfortable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimmeesook Posted April 7, 2006 #5 Share Posted April 7, 2006 i have no-name brand shoes, which have worked great thus far. might i make a suggestion... if you want good support and comfort for your feet, buy a good pair of insoles, which are usually thicker than the ones that come in the shoe. a good pair of insoles cost around $20 at foot locker. good luck. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desperatehousewife Posted April 7, 2006 Author #6 Share Posted April 7, 2006 Thank you for all of your suggestions !!! This helps out!:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueHerons Posted April 7, 2006 #7 Share Posted April 7, 2006 I run in New Balance or Aisics Gel Nimbus. If you are going to run, try and get fitted for your running shoes. It really does make a difference. Also, you'll only get about 500 miles out of your shoes. If your knees, hips, or back start to hurt after a run, the first culprit is usually lack of support in your running shoe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desperatehousewife Posted April 7, 2006 Author #8 Share Posted April 7, 2006 BlueHerons I run in New Balance or Aisics Gel Nimbus. If you are going to run, try and get fitted for your running shoes. It really does make a difference. Also, you'll only get about 500 miles out of your shoes. If your knees, hips, or back start to hurt after a run, the first culprit is usually lack of support in your running shoe. Thanks,,, that IS the problem!!! My calves are really hurting too and that doesn't usually happen. I am going to Chicago with girlfriends this weekend for a weekend of shopping, so I thought I'd check before I went. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevoli Posted April 7, 2006 #9 Share Posted April 7, 2006 I've been buying Ryka for years. They are supposedly designed BY women, FOR women. I'm told that most women have a wide toe box and a narrow heel and most shoes aren't designed to accomodate that. I know that before somebody at Lady Footlocker turned me on to Ryka, I had a real problem with my heel slipping inside the shoe, and wearing Ryka solved the problem. I bought my most recent pair on e-bay and have been very happy with them. Saved about $35 too, even after paying for S & H. T Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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