5 Things to Ignore When Buying Running Shoes
Buying the right pair of running shoes can make or break your running experience. Since your shoes are what make initial contact with the surface you are running on – providing the support, cushioning, and durability you need to help you get through your runs – taking the time to find just the right pair is extremely important. Nowadays, the endless variety of shoe options can leave us overwhelmed, which is why it’s necessary to cut out the fluff and get straight down to business. And when I say “fluff,” I mean the following five things you shouldn’t be concerned with when shopping for running shoes.
- Color: Color schmulor says the girl who got asked by her bootcamp instructor why she chose to wear those particular shoes - shoes that provide zero support and hurt her feet. Her answer? “Because I wanted a black pair, so I just ordered them online without knowing anything about them.” Trainer shakes his head and rolls eyes. Take this as a lesson folks. Color really is schmulor. Having a shoe the fits perfectly and is designed for your running style should be your first and foremost concern. If the color speaks to you as well, double win!