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*cookiemonster*
hey--i want to try to start running. well, not just yet, for now i want to start walking/jogging and try to work my way up to running. can i ask you some questions?
i know i need to get new shoes because the ones i have are breaking down. what's a reasonable amount to expect to spend on good shoes? i know they're not cheap, but i'm just starting out so i don't want to get something insanely expensive, either.
also i sometimes get shin splints (although it's been a while), which has made me hesitant to start running before but i've decided i really want to try anyway. is there anything i can do to minimize this or prevent it from happening again?
i found the couch to 5k training thing when i was trying to look some stuff up so i think i have a pretty good idea of what to do to get started in general, but if you have any other advice it would be greatly appreciated! thanks!
Re: *cookiemonster*
I wear Asics 2130s (well, the 2100 line. Whatever model is cheapest - I can usually find them on sale online for $70ish). I used to wear the 1100 series (which i've seen at Kohl's for $50ish) but the 2130s have significantly better padding. That's probably more detail than you need (in model #s!) but the point I'm not making too well is you need a decent shoe. That in itself will make running better AND cut chance of injury. I don't get the $100+ models though...they only last me 4-6 months depending on how much I've been training.
Check out roadrunnersports.com The little "shoe dog" thing is pretty helpful. Almost noone should be wearing a "cushion" shoe (unless you're pretty thin and biomechanically efficient), just FYI. You probably have an idea of the brands you like, so I'd start there (for instance, Nike is WAY too narrow for me, and I find New Balance is cut too high in the heel). Also, my running shoes are a 10; my street shoes are a 9 or 9.5. I lost a few toenails from too small shoes (but that was in the 30mi/week range, so probably nothing to worry about right now).
I really don't know about shin splints, knock on wood, but I would imagine if you start slow (Couch to 5k is a nice program!) and wear proper footwear and stretch (that includes ankles and calves, which helps your shins) it'll help. My shins get tingly when my shoes are old...
good luck
::butting in:: I wear Brooks Trance 7s and love them! They lasted my whole training for the 3-day, and through the race itself. Afterward I replaced the insoles, but the shoes themselves are still going strong.
That said, I would suggest going to a running store and getting fitted. You don't have to buy there, but have them do a fitting where they check your walk/jog to see if you pronate or supiate (spelling?), because different shoes help with different types of walk. Then you can figure out which shoes are most comfortable and shop around online to see where you can find them cheapest. Having the right shoe for you will make all the difference in how comfortable you are and even how long the shoe lasts.
Good luck!
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lol! right now that's all i do, too!
thanks everybody for the advice. i did check out that website and there's actually a roadrunner store here in town so i decided to go after work. i checked online afterward to make sure, but i couldn't find the shoes i got any cheaper anywhere else--and i got the lower-priced option they gave me because i figured they were really comfortable and i'm just starting out.
i went on a little starting run/walk, too, and omg i am so out of shape! my street crosses a main road and loops around, and altogether it's 1.5 miles so i just did that. i swear it's going to take me a week just to be able to work up to the week 1 training in the couch to 5k thing. really, i have no endurance. jeez!