Running Trainers

[admwil]

Now I am getting in to this running malarky I want to get some decent trainers.

Seems a good pair are essential when going further distances to avoid injury and for maximum comfort.

I am looking at NIKE FREE RUN+ 3 (looks like they have a nice thick sole)

However, I have seen some New Balance Minimus 10 Trail, which are classed as minimal running shoes (thin sole)?

What is best? Thick or thin?

[Jambezz]

The normal response on here is to go to a proper running shop and the staff will work out which shoe's best for you

[archiesdad]

really depends on your running style and gate. minimal shoes are great but in general terms they are best for forefoot / midfoot strikers who have a high cadence / soft feet type style. i would have nee heals left after about 100yds if i tried them.

Start fitness (durham / newcastle) or sweatshop (metro centre) are your best bet locally mate. Get some gate analysis done and see how you go from there - it costs nowt and only takes 10 mins - you should always try them on and run in them before you buy so these are your best bet..

[admwil]

Thanks lads will try and find somewhere. I'm down in London so will have to find some place that does it. Will definitely try them before I spend a bit of cash on some then. Was just gonna buy online as usual.

Want these to be right as keen to avoid injury when start longer distances.