What are some other tips on buying running shoes?
1. Find a reputable running-shoe store in your area, preferably one where the salespeople are runners. 2. Bring your running socks and try both shoes on. If one foot is larger than the other, buy the larger size. 3. If the store is reputable, they’ll let take the shoes outside for a test run. 4. Shoes should feel comfortable right away—there’s no “breaking in” period. Don’t buy shoes if seams or stitching can be felt. That can cause blisters, calluses or other injuries. 5. Get fitted for running shoes at the end of the day when your foot is at its maximum size. 6. Allow about one-half inch between the end of your longest toe and the shoe’s end—with wiggle room for all toes. 7. The shoe should be as wide as possible across the forefoot without allowing heel slippage. Experiment with the lacing to get a proper fit. 8. When is it time for a new pair of shoes? Shoes may lose their cushioning after three to six months, depending on how often your wear them and how far you run. I suggest tak
