Guide to Choosing Running Shoes for Your Foot Type

Choosing the Right Running Shoes

Running shoes are a runner's most important protective equipment. Improper shoes can cause plantar fasciitis, shin splints, knee pain and many other injuries.

3 Main Foot Types

• Flat foot (Overpronation): Low arch, foot rolls inward excessively. Need stability or motion control shoes.


• Normal foot (Neutral): Medium arch. Neutral shoes with good cushioning work well.


• High arch (Supination): High arch, foot rolls outward. Need neutral shoes with thick cushioning.