Should one buy a different shoe for treadmill running?

I always thought it was better to use flats or very light trainers for my treadmill runs

I always thought treadmills were harder than road, so if I was in this situation, I would get a more cushioned shoe for the treadmill.

You wear spikes for treadmill running. Just don't tell gym management and sneak out the door quickly and quietly when you get done.

Can she go barefoot or wear socks in her gym?

Spikes are needed for treadmill running.

To get a better workout, she should use caulks.

Definitely get some spikes for the treadmill runs. You will need to use a different treadmill everyday though.

Blahbaba wrote:

I always thought treadmills were harder than road, so if I was in this situation, I would get a more cushioned shoe for the treadmill.

I use my older or less cushioned running shoes on the treadmill because it's much easier on the legs than pavement, especially when you have a treadmill with an adjustable shock-absorbent surface. For example, I use my Adidas Boost on the roads, while I use a cheaper pair of Saucony Cohesion 6 on the treadmill and for just walking around town in. If you really must save money on shoes, just use an older pair that's basically the same kind as those you use outdoors. Now, if you're using trail running shoes with lug-type treads on them, obviously a smoother road tread would be more suitable--and less noisy than the trail shoes.

What about wearing spikes? It's a good way to get used to them before track season.

Hrm...Hrm... wrote:

Hello LRC Mavens,

My wife needs new running shoes. She has a permanent locker at her gym and planned to keep one pair there and another pair at home. She asked me today if there was any logic to purchasing different types of running shoes for outdoor versus treadmill running. Since most of her running is on the roads or crushed gravel trails (still a hard surface and mostly flat) I couldn't think of any reason not to buy two pairs of the same shoes, but I thought I would ask all of you.

Do any of you select different types of shoes for treadmill and urban outdoor (non trail/cross-country) running? Thanks!

Nope

Shawn H wrote:

Blahbaba wrote:

I always thought treadmills were harder than road, so if I was in this situation, I would get a more cushioned shoe for the treadmill.

I use my older or less cushioned running shoes on the treadmill because it's much easier on the legs than pavement, especially when you have a treadmill with an adjustable shock-absorbent surface. For example, I use my Adidas Boost on the roads, while I use a cheaper pair of Saucony Cohesion 6 on the treadmill and for just walking around town in. If you really must save money on shoes, just use an older pair that's basically the same kind as those you use outdoors. Now, if you're using trail running shoes with lug-type treads on them, obviously a smoother road tread would be more suitable--and less noisy than the trail shoes.

I don't buy a specific pair but usually use less cushioned shoes.

Definitely!! I will suggest you to see this helpful article here: https://theshoebuddy.com/best-treadmill-shoes/

OP here. thanks a ton for the link. I've checked this everyday for years waiting for the best response.

zumbabuddy wrote:

Definitely!! I will suggest you to see this helpful article here:

https://theshoebuddy.com/best-treadmill-shoes/

Best treadmill shoes? That's like asking which shoes are best to hobby jog in.

Buy road racing shoes and go outside.

pics?

Adizero tempo wrote:

Best treadmill shoes? That's like asking which shoes are best to hobby jog in.

Buy road racing shoes and go outside.

I actually like to hit the asphalt in my main pair of Matumbo 3s.

For concrete I have a second pair that I use without the metal spikes.

I don't really see why either option wouldn't work for OP's wife on a treadmill. 🤷‍♂️