Running shoes worth it??

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Are they worth it or make any difference?

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if you have been running in boots, probably

It depends on the volume you plan on doing.

If you're just jogging a mile 2x a week, normal cross trainers should be fine.

If you start putting in miles and working on pace/distance, you are gonna want proper running shoes compatible with your needs and stride. Otherwise it will catch up with you in the shins, knees, and hips.

For example, I require a low toe with high arch insoles.

Unless you are in the military, there is no reason you should be running in boots.

I’ve been running everyday on average about 2 miles, and my ultimate goal is to get to about a 8 minute mile. I’m at 8:59 now, but don’t want to waste money on shoes if they don’t add any benefits.

I’ve been looking at the Hoka Mach 6, any opinions on those?

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I’ve been looking at the Hoka Mach 6, any opinions on those?

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go to your local running store and just try everything on and see what feels best on your feet

as minimum, a decent pair of running shoes will be much lighter than what you currently run in

If you’re getting any pain in your shins or calves then absolutely. Go to a real running store too…like Fleet Feet….so they can look at your gait. I had a pronation and they hooked me up with a shoe. Pain went away immediately.

If you plan on sticking with it buy some shoes. Only wear them for running. I feel like it adds a bit of psychological help when you lace them up and lets your body know it's time to go.

I always wore Brooks Launch. Loved them. Switched last year to Hyperion Tempos.

Find the running shoe that works for you and stick with it. Brooks has a program where you can try the shoe out for like 60 days and run in it and everything and then return it if you dont like it. Try out a few different ones.

Definitely agree with finding what works best for your stride and style and only wearing them for running.

Dude. Buy running shoes. If you are putting in low miles then they’ll last a long time. And something is going to be on your feet most of the time so unless your feet are still growing what possible downside is there to buying running shoes?

Just get last year’s or older model on sale.

Some shoes are built for added support, but most are neutral shoes you can find easily. Others are lightweight for helping with workouts that require quicker footwork. Go to a running shoe store and have them do an analysis of your walk.

If in South LA, go to Varsity Sports.