What to look for in running shoes?

Question

I'll be buying my first pair, and i really don't know what to look for, and i don't want anything expensive. i run a mile or two almost everyday, and i'm not competitive yet but i'm hoping to be on my high school's track team next year.

Answer 1

try them on and run around, you'll be able to feel how much cushioning there is in each area of the shoe. I like alot of cushining up by the toes and the heels.

its trial and error really. after running my whole life, Ive tried them all. Nike makes the best, Asics #2 Saucony #3 all the rest are c**p

Answer 2

Look for good support, not too heavy, so you're not weighed down, but more importantly you don't hurt yourself.

Answer 3

Comfort and space....

you dont wana be rumming with blisters from the pain of breaking in a new shoe!

Answer 4

just comfort. Thats all that counts.

Answer 5

extra space is not good in shoes

Answer 6

Comfort, stability, etc. Buy anything you feel comfortable in, but make sure theres space between your toes and the front of your shoe (since your feet swells when you run).

Also, be sure to run around the isle for at least 5 minutes, so you get a good feel for the shoe.

Good luck!

edit: to the guy above me, obviously you don't do a lot of running- cause space between your toes and the front of the show is one of the most important aspects of running shoes!