Choosing the Correct Running Shoe

When purchasing a new pair of running trainers, there are many decisions you face. This is a guide to make sure you choose the correct footwear suited to your individual needs. If you need any more help, please don’t hesitate to contact our team of experts.

High Arch

High arched feet leave an imprint showing a narrow band connecting the forefoot and heel. A curved, high arched foot is generally termed a supinator or underpronated foot. Runners with high arched feet should select shoes in the Under Pronator to Neutral categories.

Normal Arch

Normal arched feet have a neutral arch and leave a slight curve when you imprint. Runners with a normal arch should select shoes in the Neutral to Over Pronator categories.

Flat Foot

Flat feet have a low arch and leave a nearly complete imprint. There is little inward curve where the arch should be. This usually indicates an over-pronated foot that strikes on the outside of the heel and rolls inward excessively. Runners with flat feet should select shoes in the Over Pronator to Severe Over Pronator categories.

Once you have diagnosed the above, then you will need to choose within our recommended guidelines. All trainers listed on Nice2tri will be accompanied by descriptions which explain whether they are suited to the runner which under pronates, has a neutral strike, over pronates or severely over pronates (which generally means flat footed).