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The best running shoes to start running
“Well begun is half done.”
No saying could be more appropriate, especially for those who want to start running.
When it comes to running, the first few outings are often the most important. Fatigue can quickly overcome even the strongest motivation, especially if you are not wearing the right shoes.
So, what are the best shoes to start running?
The type of support
Before looking at the most suitable models, it is important to understand your type of support: neutral or pronation?
Fortunately, specialised stores like ours can help answer this preliminary but decisive question. Choosing the wrong type of shoe can quickly put an end to your good intentions. Neutral models and anti-pronation shoes can both be excellent training partners, as long as they match your needs.
What is our weight?
Weight is also an important factor. Not the weight of the shoes — although avoiding bricks is always a good idea — but our body weight.
Starting to run at 60 kg is very different from starting at 100 kg. That is why it is important to choose models that are suitable for your physical structure.
Pronation? Choose stable models
If the support test shows pronation, it is better to choose a stable model, also known as an anti-pronation shoe.
Among the more structured options, we recommend the Brooks Glycerin GTS 20, one of the top models from the American brand, and the Brooks Adrenaline GTS 22. Lighter and more versatile, but still very stable, are the Saucony Guide 15 and the Hoka Arahi 6.
When the support is neutral
If your support is neutral, or even slightly supinated, you can consider models such as Brooks Glycerin 20 or Brooks Ghost 14, both well structured.
Other good options are Saucony Triumph 19, more protective and structured, or Saucony Ride 15, lighter and more versatile. From Hoka, the same distinction can be made between Kawana and Clifton 8.
A useful piece of advice
If possible, choose a model that supports you not only during your first training sessions, but also as you improve in pace and distance.
For this reason, we have kept the list of suggested models quite focused, choosing shoes that can accompany you for many kilometres and adapt to your progress.
The first pair of running shoes can be the difference between good intentions and true consistency. Rely on specialised stores to get the best advice and start enjoying this wonderful activity.