I run in Brooks Trance or Asics Gel-Kayano 18s. I have a wide foot and I wear orthotics. Get fitted by someone who knows what they're doing

VFF. Invest now to prevent ingrained bad habits later.

OP , do try to go to a running store if u can.... I went to one when I was in NYC( jackrabbitsports)....They made me run on treadmill, recorded how my feet moved and then got me shoes to try on...I always wore ASICS and still do ...just a diff model....I tried on brooks n saucony too but ASICS was the best fit for me....

I prefer New Balance. Potomac River Running store will have you run a few seconds on a treadmill so the can see what shoe is best for your foot.

I buy my Sauconys at RNJ Sports in Rockville. They have a good selection of many brands. I like their salespeople and their prices.

It is just a matter of luck, what kind of salesperson you get. Running stores employ all kinds of staff and most runners are not shoe salesmen.

Echo PPs' advice to go to a specialty running store. I'm a New Balance runner all the way.

Anonymous wrote:

It has been proven several times that motion control shoes cause, not prevent injury. Stop and think: if everyone's feet move that way, maybe they are supposed to? And the cushioned heel encourages heel striking.

This is a gross generalization and not universally true by any stretch.

Actually it is more true and based in science than - go to a running store and have someone fit you based on a computer model that will put you in one of three categories, one of which is nearly guaranteed to cause injuries (motion control)

SOME studies have shown for SOME people that motion control could be a problem. I agree with the person who said you have made a generalization. proponents of barefoot running will tell you everyone should be doing that. Again, not universally true.

It has been proven several times that motion control shoes cause, not prevent injury. Stop and think: if everyone's feet move that way, maybe they are supposed to? And the cushioned heel encourages heel striking.

This is a gross generalization and not universally true by any stretch.

Actually it is more true and based in science than - go to a running store and have someone fit you based on a computer model that will put you in one of three categories, one of which is nearly guaranteed to cause injuries (motion control)