{"id":13,"date":"2021-09-19T17:43:07","date_gmt":"2021-09-19T17:43:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/madaboutrun.com\/?p=13"},"modified":"2021-11-11T15:33:35","modified_gmt":"2021-11-11T15:33:35","slug":"how-should-running-shoes-fit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/madaboutrun.com\/how-should-running-shoes-fit\/","title":{"rendered":"How Should Running Shoes Fit?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Finding the right running shoes and making sure that they fit is essential to prevent injury.<\/p>

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However, if you’ve never owned a pair of running shoes before, you might be curious to know: How should running shoes fit?<\/p>

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In this article, I will cover how running shoes should fit. So, when you’re trying on a pair of running shoes, you have a better idea of how they should feel on your feet.<\/p>

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Let’s get started.<\/p>

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How Should Running Shoes Fit?<\/strong><\/h2>

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If you’re in the market for a pair of running shoes, but aren’t sure how they are supposed to fit, you’ve come to the right place. <\/p>

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Choosing the right size running shoes isn’t super complicated. However, there are a few steps to take to ensure that they are fitting your feet as they should be.<\/p>

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Determine Which Size Shoe To Get <\/strong><\/h2>

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Well-fitting running shoes should feel almost like they’re not there! You should have a thumb width of space between the end of your longest toe and the end of the shoe and have room for your toes to spread.<\/p>

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When choosing the width, you should be able to pinch some material at the sides or top of the shoe.There should always be enough support so that the foot is not moving or sliding within the shoe.<\/p>

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When running, your feet swell. Bearing this in mind, you need to ensure that you have enough room in your running shoes for your feet to expand when they get warm. You also need to make sure that there’s enough room for you to be able to move your feet inside the shoes.<\/p>

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Running shoe size is typically a half size larger than your typical shoe size.<\/p>

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Try On A Variety Of Different Shoes<\/strong><\/h2>

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You will need to make sure that you try on several brands and types of running shoes.<\/p>

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In addition to making sure you have the right fit, they’ll help you choose shoes that consider your foot alignment, planned mileage, running surface, and other variables that contribute to which shoes you should wear.<\/p>

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Make Sure That They Fit Properly<\/strong><\/h2>

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As we are used to wearing tight fitting shoes in a variety of social situations, it can be difficult to gauge whether running shoes are too snug on your feet. However, there is a super simple test that will help determine if they aren’t the right fit for your feet.<\/p>

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Begin by removing the insoles from your running shoes and stand on them while wearing socks. <\/p>

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You will next need to check whether your feet and toes are comfortably sitting within the boundaries of the insole, or if your feet are spilling out.<\/p>

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If your feet are spilling outside of the insole boundary, then they are too narrow for your feet.<\/p>

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If the running shoes fit your feet properly, they will allow for the following factors:<\/p>

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