Running is wonderful cardiovascular exercise and a popular workout choice for men and women. Just as a carpenter requires the right tools for his trade, the right pair of running shoes is essential for both the casual and the serious runner. There are some things to consider when purchasing a running shoe. What distances do you plan on running? If you run no more than 10 miles per week than a basic running shoe will be just fine. If you are training for a marathon, like many of the people I see running here in Bellevue, Wa, you need to think about making more of an investment in your running shoe. What type of arch do you have on your foot? If you have a higher arch, then a shoe with more of a curved shape is optimal for you. If you have what I like to call an inbetween arch (not too high or too low), a semi curved shoe might be the best idea. Then, if you have a low arch (closer to a flat foot), you need to purchase a straighter shoe. Understand pronation, which is the rolling of the foot from heel to toe through the foot strike. A proper or neutral pronation is hitting the outside of the heel and up to ball of your foot evenly across the front. This is how your foot reduces the stress of impact. Underpronation means that the outside of your foot takes most of the shock instead of finishing in the neutral position. Overpronation is too much roll across from the outside to the inside of your foot. To find out if you are dealing with over or underpronation, simply look at the bottom of your shoes. If you find that most of the wear is: On the inside then you overpronate On the lateral (outside) side then you Underpronate Uniform across the forefoot then you have a Neutral Stride Where do you run most often? Most people run on pavement or sidewalks, so most running shoes are designed with this in mind. If you are a trail runner then you need to be looking for a different type of shoe. As you go shopping for your shoes, go in the late afternoon, because this is the time that your feet will be at their peak size. When trying on the shoe, make sure there is a full thumb width between the end of the longest toe and the end of the shoe. You want the toes to be able to move freely and this allows for that. The heel should not slip or rub against the shoe and the sole should flex with ease where the foot flexes. Go to a store that specializes in running shoes or at least to a sporting goods store. There are a few here in Bellevue, Wa, utilize them and their knowledge. If you run often, consider purchasing more than one pair of running shoes. This way, you can rotate them. If you run often, your shoes should be replaced every six months or so. Do consider price so your budget isn't blown, but don't sacrifice comfort and durability in the process. Runners have a wide selection of styles, colors and levels of comfort from which to choose when looking at running shoes. Remember, whether you are a casual runner or a serious runner, comfort and excellent support are essential for the best performance! Doctor Weir's chiropractic office can be contacted at 2112 116th Ave NE, Suite A, Bellevue WA, 98004 .. This article, How Do I Pick The Right Running Shoes? Bellevue Chiropractor Shows You. is released under a creative commons attribution license.

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