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Sneakers for weak ankles
Hello! I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for me...I've been getting back into running at the gym, but if I run any longer than 1 mile two days in a row my ankle/s start to act up (this is a new problem for me). I know my shoes are just ordinary sneakers and that I need something better but I have no idea where to begin looking!
I'm not planning on doing any serious training, but I do like to run and would like to run about 5 miles 3 or 4 times a week at my gym.
Would prefer to keep the price range around $100 if possible. My coworker swears by Nike Free +2 (she has knee problems). Also, it would be nice if they were shoes that I could go and try on before buying (like at a Footlocker or something).
Another coworker suggested I try to work on strength training my ankles so I will try that as well.
Thank you in advance 
Re: Sneakers for weak ankles
Shoes are such an individual thing. But I second going to a specialty shop to have them help you. Made such a difference for me. I just got this pair, http://www.salomon.com/us/product/xr-mission-w.html and I love them! I have screws in one ankle, so I needed something with a lot of stability. These have a wide heel base on the outside only (so they still hug my heel on the inside) but it gives my ankle a lot of support. I just got them a week ago, but have run 20 miles with them this week and they are by far the best shoes I have ever had.
Good luck, I hope you find something that works well for you!
I'm a huge fan of barefoot running (in minimalist shoes) as I think it teaches you to be very conscious of your form. I also think it also gets you to start slowly and allows you to strengthen all the components involved during a run, without falsely supporting one area and allowing it to remain weak while strengthening others (kind of the same way I feel about wrist or back supports for lifting - you should lift only what your weakest body part in the move will allow).
That being said, if you prefer a more traditional running shoe, go to a specialty running store. They can evaluate your gait and recommend the proper shoes. The last ones I bought at a running store were exactly $100 but they had them a several price points. Also, once you find out what kind you like, you can often order subsequent pairs on the Internet for less.