How to clean running shoe properly? How to protect it?

Question

These best answers does not fit my needs:
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and I cannot put it in the laundry machine.

Soak it in a tub of water....I don't want to risk.

Answer 1

You need an old toothbrush and a good cleaning agent. The cleaning agent will make the dirt come off and you can controll the pressure you apply with the brush, so you are not in any way damaging your shoe.

First scrub the shoe with water gently, then apply the cleaning agent, and scrub, so you make a lather and the dirt comes off. After your satisfied, you can rinse off with a sponge and water.

Answer 2

There is a new sneaker cleaner I bought my son it is awsome. I forget what it is called but look at your local drug store by the shoe polish it is a red hand held thing. It has a gel, scrubber, and sponge. You will love it.
Sharon

Answer 3

Best way is to keep them in pocket while walking/running, and wear them only when u sleep.