Running Shoe Guide

There are a number of great shoe brands and shoe types out there. For our purposes you will need a basic training/running shoe (not cross-trainers). You do not need trail running shoes, racing flats, or spikes at this time. We can talk about those more specialized running shoes when the time comes. The shoes you pick out should FIT. There should not be too much room in the toe and your heel should not slide. An associate at a running store (listed below) can help you get into the correct shoe. Below are some websites to help you understand how to pick the correct running shoe and possible places to purchase your shoes.

Informational Websites:

www.therunningadvisor.com/running_shoes.html

http://www.asicsamerica.com/sports/running/shoeFitGuide.aspx

http://seejanerunblog.wordpress.com/2010/01/29/janes-running-shoe-guide/

Running Shoe Stores in the Area:

Annapolis Running Shop

172 Main Street

Annapolis, MD 21401-2007

(410) 263-0010

Fleet Feet Sports – Severna Park

500 Ritchie Hwy,

Severna Park, MD 21146

Phone: (410) 544-1005

Road Runner Sports

6630-C Marie Curie Dr.

Elkridge, MD

(410)290-2906

New Balance

Annapolis Mall

(410) 573-9553

You can also check out…

Dicks Sporting Goods

Finish Line

Nike Outlet – Arundel Mills

Foot Locker

* These stores (and Target, Wal-Mart) are also great places to get a running watch for practice and meets.