Things You'll Need:
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Step 1
Dip a bare foot into water and step on a piece of paper placed on a hard surface.
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Step 2
Trace the outline of your foot with a pen.
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Step 3
Look at the imprint left by the arch of your foot. If you have flat feet, you're probably an over-pronater. A medium arch indicates neutral pronation, and a high arch says supination (under-pronation).
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Step 4
Go to a specialty running or sports store late in the day or after a run.
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Step 5
Wear the socks you normally wear when you run, and bring in your old running shoes if possible. A good running-shoe salesperson can tell a lot by the wear of your old shoes, including pronation.
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Step 6
Get both feet measured by a salesperson. Choose shoes that fit the larger foot.
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Step 7
Talk to the salesperson about the terrain you run on, the mileage you cover, and your pronation.
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Step 8
Try on the shoes.
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Step 9
Stand up. Press your thumb into the top of the shoe, just above your longest toe. Your thumb should fit between the end of your toe and the end of the shoe.
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Step 10
Wiggle your toes. If you can't wiggle with ease, the toe box is too small.
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Step 11
Feel the arch bump of the shoe. It should hit slightly toward the rear of your arch.
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Step 12
Make sure your heel fits snugly and does not slide up and down as you walk or run.
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Step 13
Go for a test jog or walk around the store.








Comments
sk8terb23 said
on 6/22/2009 mmmm first off find a pair that fit mmmmmmm ok
jenlb714 said
on 9/25/2008 This will help you out! http://www.runnersworld.com/article/0,7120,s6-240-319-327-7727-0,00.html
CPlatt said
on 1/25/2008 which type is pronating if you roll on the outside of your foot? i have terrible problems with my arches aching... someone told me more heel support will fix the issue. any tips?
cockko said
on 2/26/2007 STOP WALKING ON YOUR PANTS
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