How to Find Your First Pair of Running Shoes for Beginners? 

Hey finn! ive been having issues with numbing on my left foot when getting to mile 4-5. Using the clifton 8 Hokas and tried some lacing fixes but still going numb. what do you recommend?

@@Dudeinpjs14 Hey Gustavo! Thanks for reaching out. A solution to the numbing in your left foot could be - 1. Shoe size (possibly too small) 2. Change of sock 3. If size is good, potentially trying a different style of Hoka. Perhaps the “Kawana” or “Rincon”. 4. Trying different brand all together. Similar to the Clifton 8 - • New balance 880/1080 • Saucony Ride 15 • Brooks Ghost 15/Glycerin 20 Hope this helps, my friend! I’m by far no expert, just some recommendations. Please reach out if you have any more questions. Wish you all the best!

​@@finnbremner2463 Thank you so much! My run store allows me to try shoes out for 30 days as many times as I want, so this is super useful information! People like you all over the internet, willing to take the time to share what they know, have gotten me so far, and its because of people like you that Ill be able to complete my first marathon and full ironman next year! Happy Holidays!

@@Dudeinpjs14 Happy to help. Best of luck with your athletic journey! You’ll do amazing, glad I could play a small part. Much gratitude. Happy Holidays!!

@@finnbremner2463 running my first half marathon this sunday, and no numb feet issues anymore. You’re the man 🤙🏼

And, after 6 min. he is the expert 🤔

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Congrats! Big achievement, Andres. Keep going 👊

Best of luck with that first marathon, Solveiga. Injuries are no fun, hope the right shoe and recovery tools does the trick! Happy holidays!

Whats more important is, that you backup your running training with conditioning/strength training plus stretching. That helps the most with preventing injuries. Take the shoes that you feel comfortable with.

I rotate shoes based on my needs during a training block, certain shoes are best only used for certain types of runs. What type of shoes do you have and what type of runs are you trying to do? For example: A shoe like the Saucony Endorphin speed can be used for multiple types of runs and a max cushion like Asics Novablast mostly best for long runs or easy days.

Hey James! Hope you’re well. No, it does not cost anything for the analysis of your foot/gait! All the best.

Yes - very good point. I should have mentioned that in the video, thank you for mentioning. Heel to toe drop important. Staying in the same range of drop is smart and helps you stay injury free!

​@@finnbremner2463hey do you have a vlog that talks about it? I admire you're knowledge on these things

What shoe that you use?

Glad you found it helpful, Adrian! Good luck on your search for the right shoe.

Best of luck at Chicago! I’m rooting for you. Hope training goes well, all the best.

@@finnbremner2463 thank you 🙏🏼

Glad you liked it, Hillis!

You can find great information about specific brands on the internet like in general altra and new balance have wide toe boxes while Nike and Adidas fit a more narrow foot. As fast as flat foot vs high arch goes it’s difficult to always account for that in a shoe. People with flat feet might have unwanted ankle flexibility and if they don’t have strong ankles it would not benefit them to use unstable shoes for daily training. Those with high arches might have tight calves and maybe a really stiff shoe wouldn’t be a good fit. There are great podcasts that discuss in detail. If you started developing shin splints, I would first see that you haven’t increased volume or intensity too fast. In my experience, they tend to happen when I pick up running after extended periods away. More than a month without running. Always good to see a PT at the beginning to a training block if you can afford it. For future reference on which shoes work for you I would look at fit, and drop, and comfort. Go to the running store and try out five pairs.

@@rodb6610 Appreciate the insight! I got my shoe from a running store, but they didn’t have a scanner. This motivated me to find a store with a scanner. Turns out I pronate and would do better with a stability shoe. After seeing a PT, turns out the main reason is similar to your experience. I’ve increased intensity too fast. Even though I was following a novice level training program and keeping weekly mileage increases within 10%, it was still too much for my body and my muscles were over stressed. I was personally offered the following suggestions. - Run 3x a week vs 4x - Mobility and band exercises - Cross train and walk more - Refrain from increasing mileage until pain subsides - Alternate between shoes if possible Even though I was following a training program “by the book” I’m learning to listen to my body, adjust accordingly, and be patient. Agree it’s definitely not a one size fits all. Best to go to a store to find what works for each person.

@@boredsilly101 Awesome to hear that you found the help you needed! PTs can work miracles by giving us such little tips and suggestions. One thing I will say about stability shoes: the help they provide is often excessive and overrated IMO. Personally, I don’t run in stability shoes. I think they disrupt my natural movement. However, I do wear stability shoes (Brooks Transcend 7 which you can find at great discount) for work after long and difficult training sessions. The exercises that your PT prescribes along with strength training are the best supplement to any running regiment. Good luck with your training block and on your marathon. Just did my first and the best advice I can give is don’t overvalue any single workout. Just keep showing up!

@@rodb6610 Congrats on finishing your first marathon! I’ll see how the new shoes work out over time. Though I understand what you mean with stability shoes. Thankfully most stores have a generous exchange policy to test it out. Thank you for sharing your experience and all the tips!

Hey Vlad - sorry I’m just now seeing this comment! I try to answer to everyone I can. I’m no expert by any means, but here are my thoughts - In my opinion - the wave horizon is not a super “aggressive” stability shoe so you should be just fine. However, if you have a more neutral gait I would recommend looking into the Mizuno Wave Sky 6. It’s very similar in profile to the wave horizon! Hope you’re well, all the best Vlad.

😂😂 he walked in n was like yea I'm a new runner but I've done a couple ultras and do road running

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By the way great video.

Hi! Yes, that is correct. Most shoes we carry at fleet feet will be for pronation. Stick to neutral with maybe an added insole.

@@finnbremner2463 thank you. Will look into an insole.

Best of luck, John! Wish you the best in your running journey.

Hey Juan! The shoes shown in the video in order were: 1. Nike Streakfly 2. Saucony Freedom 4 (now on the 5) 3. Karhu Ikoni Ortix 4. Dia Dora Mythos Blushield 7 Vortice Have a good one, man!

Were those the first pair he showed that were pink and white?

It’s called the Nike Streakfly

Hey! I would say the cause of the numbing would most likely be: 1. Shoe size (typically too small) 2. The Width of the shoe. May need a wide width (men is a 2E/women is D). 3. Sock change - the brands Balega and Features are good running socks 4. If not size or width, it could be your Instep (the top of your foot). Sometimes people with a High Instep will have numbness or tingling on the top of their foot (the upper of the shoe needs to be more relaxed) Hope this helps a bit, best of luck! Wish you the best.

In order: Nike (Streakfly) Saucony (Freedom) Karhu (Ikoni) Diadora (Vortice)

@@finnbremner2463 thank u

Hey man! The shoes shown in the video in order were: 1. Nike Streakfly 2. Saucony Freedom 4 (now on the 5) 3. Karhu Ikoni Ortix 4. Dia Dora Mythos Blushield 7 Vortice All the best!

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Some shoes have specific wide models

@@ddf5878 i found the brooks ghost 14 wide 2E fit me well, thanks

At Fleet feet, which is nationwide, it’s 100% free! The scan can also be sent to your email for future use if needed.

Hey Andres- best way to build endurance is to start slow. Most of your mileage/week should be “conversational” pace. Once you have a strong base of slow miles, you then incorporate speed sessions, etc. Start slow, be patient. Hope this helps, best of luck!

It is the Nike Streakfly

I agree 100%. Natural comfort is #1 key, stability or neutral. Great point!

Hey Natalie! No, Hoka was not one of the shoes. Still a great brand though!

Called Fleet Feet

The health of your feet legs and hips is important, we spend a lot of time walking, don't skip on shoes, be picky.

Hey JB, the shoes in the video are - 1. Nike Streakfly 2. Saucony Freedom 4 (now on the 5) 3. Karhu (Finnish brand) Ikoni Ortix 4. Diadora Mythos Blushield 7 Vortice Have a good one.

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@@toby9999 yes. I was paid

Hey Ian! I understand where you are coming from, not everyone has access to this tech, etc. To give my “two cents” here’s a potential guide to help find the right brand/shoe : Brands that run wider (typically) 1. Hoka 2. New Balance 3. Saucony Brands that run more narrow (typically)* 1. ASICS 2. Mizuno 3. Puma 4. Nike *Most of these brands will be available in wide if needed. 1. Sizing: You always want about a half thumb to full thumb in the front of the shoe from the big toe (help accommodate swelling and foot being pushed forward, save toenails) In addition, the width is important to consider. For men, standard width in running shoes is letter D. If too tight in width, try going to a wide width, 2E. 2. Cushion level If having issues with knees, looking for comfort miles, easy daily trainer best for body impact, longer distances go higher cushion. If looking for speed shoe, tempo day, shorter distance, go lower cushion. 3. Overall fit: Making sure the heel is secure, the toe box has enough room (or not too much), the top of the foot is comfortable and not constricted, and the length of the shoe has space to accommodate - are the main things to be looking for. High cushion running shoes (run wider in toe box): 1. Hoka Bondi 8 2. New Balance 1080 3. Saucony Triumph 20 4. Brooks Glycerin 20 Sorry for all this info, just hope this is somewhat helpful to at least do some research on. With fleet feet (the store in the video) - we have a 60 day return policy with any online order (since you don’t have one close to you). So you can try out a shoe and any issues you can send back if necessary. A bit frustrating I know, but just to give you some peace of mind if you wanted to go that route. Have a good one, sorry for this book response. Hope is of some help to you, Ian. Best of luck.