Follow this video for easy tips on picking a good athletic shoe..
When buying an athletic shoe and comparing different ones it is always good to do the three point test that I described in the video.
(1) Make sure the shoe bends at the ball of your foot not the middle of where your arch is located.
(2) Careful that you can’t twist the shoe like you are “wringing out a towel”
(3) Lastly, pinch the heel of the shoe at the point where the sole ends and the fabric begins.
Another thing to always do is get your foot measured. Especially as we age changes in our forefoot cause increased need for space in the front of the shoe. If you wear orthotics, heel lifts or any type of insert, you may use in the shoe. Make sure you bring them in to check the fit. If you are located in the Wyckoff/Ridgewood, NJ area we recommend New Balance of Hasbrouck Heights, NJ and The Ridgewood Running Company in Ridgewood, NJ. Both places typically take a little extra time to ensure the best fit for their clients.