Running shoes for the marathon??

im gonna run a mile a day, 5 times a week from now or starting when i get shoes, until may..from may, i dont know how, but im gonna start training for the november marathon.





my question is, what type of shoes should i get...should i just get shoes to last me may (and i'll only wear them for running ofcourse) the buy new ones for marathon prep, or should i just get REALLLLLY good ones NOW and keep them till november.





also, for someone who runs a mile a day..how do i most safely yet effectively practice for the marathon?


as you see im a bit clueless-so, the more details, the better ;)





thanks.

Running shoes for the marathon??
I have been running for 8 years now. Though I am biased towards Nike as a brand, I would recommend you to go to a running-specific store, like Fleet Feet in Carrboro, NC. They can help you find the right shoe because people buy shoes that aren't necssarily right for their feet, but more comfortable or fashionable.
Reply:build character, don't wear shoes.
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Reply:If this is something you enjoy doing and would probably do again, I suggest getting some good running shoes and starting to break into them now. Try this website:





http://www.roadrunnersports.com/rrs/wome...
Reply:Running isn't just going out and running. Well it is but...





Eat good healthy food. NEVER skip out on breakfast. Have plenty of calcium and protein and good carbohydrates. Be hydrated. Always stretch.





You should start training on a treadmill too. This will increase your stamina, then you can go run everywhere!





As for shoes, I'll go with New Balance, Nike's, Puma's or Reebok.





Personally I like Nike and Reebok but Puma works great too.





Good Luck!
Reply:Good trainers should last 300 miles, more than enough for your "plan"


Sadly your plan is a bit deficient. Starting w/ a mile a day is good, however you need to mix in a few longer runs, try three miles once a week after three weeks.


Add mileage in both your daily run (2 mi then 3mi etc) and to your longer runs (5mi then 7mi etc).


By the month prior to your Marathon you should be doing 4 - 5 miles five days a week w/ one long run, 13 -15 miles and one day off (possibly a mile or two to stay loose).


By the week before the marathon you should be able to run one long run, around 18 miles. After that back off to a couple of miles a day just to stay loose.


With this regiment you should integrate a new pair of trainers 4 - 5 weeks before the race, DO NOT RUN IN A BRAND NEW PAIR OF SHOES.


Pay attention to your body pain is a warning sign, sometimes it goes away sometimes it tells you something is wrong stay attuned.


As for the type of shoes, find a local running shop. Ask them to view your gait, a professional should be able to Analise your needs (pronation, supination, need for neutral cushioning etc).


THIS IS IMPORTANT. Most types of shoes come in a variety of prices (not $20 but not always $120 either so discuss your budget w/ the running shop employee.


Have fun.
Reply:You have more than enough time to train if you do it right.





1) Always stretch before and after your workouts.


2)Start off easy and slow; try 1 mile each day, when you feel ready to do more, add another mile a week later, and another a week later.


3) Start with the 1 mile per day. When you feel up to it, go for 2 miles per day.


4) When you feel comfortable running 3 miles everyday without much effort of huffing and puffing, then you are ready for more. Every three weeks from this point add one more miles to your daily run, resting one day.


-three weeks @ 4 miles daily


-three weeks @ 5 miles daily


-three weeks @ 6 miles daily





-At 5 miles per day you are ready for weekly long runs to increase your endurance for the marathon.


Each week add 1 more mile to you long run. On Fri. or Sat. or Sun. you'll run long and rest the day after it. Keep your daily miles at 6 max.


-Mon-Fri. 6 miles daily, Sat. run 7 miles, Sun. rest. Week after that 6 miles daily, Sat. 8 miles, Sun. rest. next week 6 miles daily, Sat. 9 miles, Sun. rest.





If at anytime you feel it is too much, you can cut back on your runs or walk. You never have to go all out non-stop.


If possible, find a running mate. It helps when you're new to running having someone else.



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