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16 years ago 06/22/2007 1:44pm EDT

Hi, I just started to run, but I'm in need of advice on the type of shoes to get. I'm in training right now for the Police academy and I need to get faster and have more endurance. Right now I have a pair of New Balance Zip shoes, but a friend of mine said that his running shoes are a lot lighter and that they would be way more beneficial. However, I don't know if I should just go out and find the lightest running shoes I can, or go for support/lightweight shoes. Does anyone have any advice on the best type of shoes that I should get for what I need. Money isn't a concern because I'm training for a career. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

16 years ago 06/22/2007 2:00pm EDT

re: Jordan231

Are the shoes you have working for you? I don't know what "Zip" shoes are but if you can run in them and not get injured, you are part way there.

If you do need new shoes, you need to get to a running store. A REAL running store, not just one with high-school kids who don't know anything about the shoes they're selling.

What part of the country are you in? Near a major city?

Anyway, the best way to get faster is just to get out there on the roads and run. A lot of easy running and one or two days a week of hard running.

16 years ago 06/22/2007 2:07pm EDT

re: simple really

After I run, my shins and calfs hurt pretty bad for a few days.To be honest, I don't know if they shoes are working or not. I am getting more endurance, but that could be just from running more often. I would like to get faster and get off of this jog pace that I seem to be stuck on. The zip shoes definitely don't feel as light as other running shoes I have felt in the past. My concern with getting really lightweight shoes, is that they won't offer the support my feet and legs will need not to get injured. Thanks for replying.

16 years ago 06/22/2007 2:08pm EDT

re: Jordan231

I also forgot to mention that I'm near the Philadelphia area, and don't know where to go for shoes rather than like a foot locker or place like that.

16 years ago 06/22/2007 2:11pm EDT

re: Jordan231

cop, huh. well against my best judgement i will help you. just kidding.

dont get the lightest shoe you can find. often times they dont supply enough support or cushion. how much will you be running? im assuming not a whole hell of a lot, but just to be certain to ward of any new-to-running- injuries, i would go with a pair of mid-level asics or even a pair of nike(bowerman series). the new nimbus 9 by asics actually are pretty damn light and are a good fit. cumulus are always a favorite too. new balance are for women and pussies.

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