"Runners" on the West, "Sneakers" on the East

 

So, you want to take up running but don't want to drain your bank account for a pair of shoes. Well, I have great news; you may not need expensive shoes!

According to time-to-run.com:
"Being a beginner it is unlikely that you will be doing high amounts of mileage, so to start with it is not important to purchase a highly advanced shoe...If you have certain biomechanical problems the purchasing of shoes specific to your needs is of high importance."

According to livestrong.com:
"As a beginner, you should look for a shoe under the $60 range. The majority of top-of-the-line running shoes for long distance and pro runners usually range above $100. Many New Balance and Adidas models can be found online for prices under $50."

Both sites advise figuring out your foot shape and movement so head to a running store or click on the link below to find out how to do it at home.

To read more:
http://www.time-to-run.com/beginners/shoes.htm
http://www.livestrong.com/article/235173-the-best-running-shoes-for-beginner-runners/