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Basic or Neutral Pronation
Your foot rolls inward a typical amount and the pattern of wear is centralized to the ball of your foot and portion of your heels.
How to Pick the Right Shoe
Find the running shoes that are best fit for you with our helpful guide!
How Are You Using Them?
Are you walking, running a 5K, or competing in a marathon? The mileage you plan to put on your shoes makes a difference in which ones you pick. Make sure to choose shoes that can help you accomplish your goals.
Where Are You Using Them?
Trail, treadmill, or road running? Different terrains require different shoes for optimum performance.
What’s Your Shoe History?
How were your last pair of running shoes? Did they work well for you? If so, that’s a good place to start. If not, you know what not to look for in your new pair.
More or Less Cushioning?
Maximum: Thick padding for the ultimate plush feel
Moderate: Balanced between pillow soft comfort and thin cushion
Minimal: Thin cushioning for those who want to feel connected to the ground
Barefoot: Closest feel to being barefoot with very little between your foot and the ground
What is Your Pronation Level?
There are three types of pronation: basic, overpronation, and supination. Check out our section below to figure out your pronation.
Does the Shoe Fit?
Running shoes should be comfortable from the start—you shouldn’t need to break them in. Measure your feet, try on both shoes with your running socks, and aim for a thumbnail of space between your toes and the end of the shoe to account for natural swelling.
Know Your Gait and Support Needs
Pronation is the natural way your foot hits the ground when you run. There are three different types of pronation: basic pronation, overpronation, and supination. Determine your pronation level below, then find the best shoe from one of the three categories of support: neutral, stability, and motion control (high support).
Overpronation
Your foot tends to roll in too much and the pattern of wear is concentrated along the inside edge of the shoe.
Supination
Your foot tends to roll outward excessively and the pattern of wear is concentrated along the outside edge of the shoe.
Neutral Shoes
These are best for runners with a neutral pronation or supination because they contain more cushioning in the heel and tend to feature softer mid soles support. Neutral shoes typically don’t have motion control features such as “medial posts” that reinforce the arch side of each midsole.
Stability Shoes
These help to control pronation and are good for runners who have mild to moderate overpronation. The shoe tends to have firmer cushioning than a neutral shoe to help correct your gait. It creates more stability but also makes the shoe heavier.
Motion Control Shoes
These are the most stable running shoes to counter moderate or severe overpronation. They are constructed with dense foam and firm posts that reinforce the arch side of each midsole. This makes them weigh more than most other running shoes.
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Trail running shoes are designed to provide more traction in the mud and snow, protection from roots and rocks, and help you power up steep inclines when running on more rugged terrain and slippery surfaces.
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