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Shoes
Buying a pair of running shoes can be a daunting task. There are hundreds of pairs on the market and unfortunately it’s not just a case of buying a pair that feel comfortable and look cool. These are our top tips to help you get the right pair:
- Forget the colour – prioritise with fit, function and feel.
- Don’t buy the ones your friends have always run in, they may not be right for you.
- Take advice from a knowledgeable and trustworthy sales person who understands why you require the product being sold. Only buy sports shoes after you’ve tried them on.
- Keep your feet dry. Running-specific socks will help stop moist or sweaty feet from blistering.
- Gait analysis will show how you move. Use this to hone your footwear purchase, learn about where your technique can be more efficient, and understand what preventative maintenance is required to prevent injury.
- Footbed? This can be added to enhance the support that the shoe offers and help with knee hip and back alignment.
Clothing
As a new runner, the first words you should add to your clothing vocabulary are ‘wick’ and ‘wicking’. This is how fabric deals with the moisture (sweat) the body creates. A good piece of running clothing must transport moisture away from the body towards the outside environment, so even with intensive sweating you can feel comfortable and dry.
The piece of clothing should also be able to regulate body temperature; this doesn’t mean it comes with a hot or cold switch that you can turn off and on at your leisure! You should try to layer your clothing so you’re able to adapt to the weather as it changes.
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