How many miles should I put on a pair of running shoes before I get a new pair?
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500 miles - really.\n\nUsing worn shoes increases the potential for injury.
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3 - 4 times a week.  If you run 4 times per week, run around 3 miles 3 times per week and a longer run of 4 - 8 miles once per week.  Make sure you build up your distance slowly.  A good rule of thumb is to increase your mileage by 10% each week.
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Start slowly and build up.  Start with walking, first, and then add running intervals once you feel comfortable.  A good plan for this is the couch to 5K plan, http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml  The plan has you gradually increase your running intervals until you are running the whole time.  Also, don't feel that you have to sprint.  Just run at whatever speed you can do for now.  You can always get faster later.\n\nAs far as shoes, no one shoe is right for everyone.  If you have a running store around like Fleet feet, for example, go to the store and they will help you get the correct shoes for your feet.  If you don't have any local stores, try the shoe dog at road runner sports http://www.roadrunnersports.com  It will ask you different questions about your feet and your running, and recommend the best shoes for you.
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there are entire books written on this subject.  depending on how long you have till you run it, i'd suggest you subscribe to runner's world magazine, the content is great.\n\nfor running shoes go to a running specialty store in your area - not sports authority or the like.  training should be extensive and depending on how fast you want to go you'll need two to six months to really train properly.  other than that, you might want to join a running club as that will help you fight the down cycles in your training when you aren't as motivated as usual.\n\ngood luck!
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Go to the gym and talk to a personal trainer.  They will give you the best advice about what you should do right down to the type of shoes you should have.  Good luck and I hope you win!
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start running 2 times during the week and on sundays, upping your mileage and speed every week.  if you're a beginning runner, i'd recommend starting at 1.5 - 2 miles.. bear in mind that everyone is different - not everyone was born to run fast. don't strain yourself. moderation is key and don't forget to stretch! good luck!
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You need to work on your endurance. Go for a daily jog and slowly step up your distance. Strat with a mile and every two to three weeks add another mile. Try some insoles, I recommend Superfeet, you can find them at a hiking/outdoor store.
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If you really want ot find out, go to the beach or a playground and walk around in the sandbox barefoot for an hour.  If you are not sore as all frakk when you are done, let me know!  I don't own a pair, but they do sound like a legitimate method.
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Start slow.\n\nAND BUY A GOOD PAIR OF SHOES.  Don't just go to any department store.  Go to a specialty store for running and jogging.  There they will actually watch you walk/run to see if you lean out out in.  They will give you a good pair of shoes and you may want to specifiy that you want really good shock absorbant shoes.  After you go to the specialty store you can buy them there (or look for the same shoes cheaper online).  Usually joggign shoes will be a half size larger than your regular shoes to give your foot more room.\n\nStart with walking then slowly speed up...\nBuild up your distance and speed over several weeks.  First start with builing up distance... walk 1-3 miles.  Once you are comfortable with that- work on your speed.  Slowly your walk will be a fast walk, and then eventually a jog.  Build up your speed and distance over several weeks.  Remember don't do it too fast.  Any excerise is more than none (and better than hurting yourself.)
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you should train with someone who is faster. try running 1 mile, resting for 15 minutes(walking) then repeat this twice more. do this every other day.however,you should take 3 days off before a big race
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You should start out walking, then add running intervals, and work towards running the whole time or distance.  A good beginner program that uses increasing running intervals is the couch to 5K program: http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml\n\nA book that you might like is The Courage to Start by John "The Penguin" Bingham.\n\nOh, and definitely buy good running shoes.  Go to a local running store (not a mall store like Foot Locker) and ask for help getting the right shoes for your feet.  If you don't have a local store, try http://www.roadrunnersports.com and use the "shoe dog."  Shoe dog will suggest shoes based on your answers about your foot type, weight, how much you run, etc.
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Borrow someone's shoes until you can get some new one.\nAsk someone like a family member or a close friend if you can use their sneakers and explain why.\nTHOSE SHOES WILL MESS YOU UP.\n\n\nI FEEL THIS IS THE BEST ANSWER
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Look at the wear pattern on your shoes - if it is uneven you may need orthotics \n\nIce you knees after running for 10 mins and make sure you are really warmed up before you run\n\nlook at knee braces if your knees are not stable and get a therpaist to show you how to develop your vastus medialis muscles \n\nfinally try and run on soft ground for at leats half the time or have aday off where you run in a pool instead of on the pavement
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As long as you're wearing the correct shoes, you will have no problem with this.  This often happens when the toe box of a runners shoes is either too big or too small.\n\nBoth cause unnecessary rubbing and pressure on the toes and cause bruising, chafing, and black toes.\n\nYour best bet is to try on a number of shoes to find one that has a toe box (the half of the shoe that your toes are int) that fits you just right.  Make sure you go outside and run for a few seconds to see how they feel while running.
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Good running shoes won't really improve your running times, but you are risking injury by running in poor shoes.  Make sure you get good shoes before venturing off the treadmill.\n\nWhen you first start running outside, you will initially find it harder and will likely run slower.  But try not to be discouraged because running outside is harder.\n\nTo really improve your times, you will need to do some speed play, run longer sometimes, and run hills.
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It depends on track regulations where you are. If you run long distance on a track, you'll want regular, comfortable, padded running shoes. They're cheaper than flats or spikes and better for long distance on a track. Just get fairly light shoes so you're not weighed down too much.\n\nIf you're doing cross country, then consider spiked flats. Some flats now come with detachable spikes, the spikes for races where they're allowed, and the flats for when they're not, or when you're in a sprinting event.\n\nGood luck this season.
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keep your feet very dry after every bath before you wear your shoes.\ndo not wear a single shoe for more than 2 days.