I don't do formal exercise beyond walking. I spend my day chasing after my young children, run errands, and the like. I need a lightweight, comfortable shoe that comes in a narrow width (I wear a AA), offers adequate support and stability, and looks good with jeans. I'm only 30, so I want something that looks fairly young and hip. :-) I've looked at New Balance shoes but haven't a clue whether I need a cross-trainer, a walking shoe, or what. Help!
2006-12-21 06:51:58 · 13 answers · asked by MerryChristmasAnswers 2 in Beauty & Style ➔ Fashion & Accessories
New Balance 991 or 992. They are very comfortable and light.
2006-12-21 06:53:27 · answer #1 · answered by K-E-G 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on your foot type and walking patern. If you are flat-footed, get a shoe that has the most support and stability (look for Brooks or Asics {sp?}), if you have a normal standard foot, any quality brand will work, and if you have high arches, go with a cushioned sole like best found in the New Balance or Nike. The best way to tell your foot type is to step in water and then onto dry concrete. If the instep arch is missing, youre flat-footed or an over-pronater. If it goes in less than half of the width of the foot, you are pretty much normal. If it goes past the half way point, you tend to carry a high arch. The best rule of thumb is fit. If it feels good, then it can probably work out fine, but if it takes adjustment in your normal stepping pattern, put it back-no matter how cute they are! Peace.
2006-12-21 07:01:36 · answer #2 · answered by rdc_tx 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I bought a pair of New Balance 991s. They're very comfortable. Great arch support. I would do my sporatic exercising in them. But I mostly wore them for the look and to be comfortable running around the mall and what not.
Although, the 991s have been discontinued, the predecessor is the 992s. I haven't had a chance to use them, but I have tried them on and seem just as comfortable as the 991s. According to the New Balanace website, the AA W992 [women's] come in 5-11,12,13 sizes and the AA M992 [men's] come in 8-13,14,15,16 sizes.
Good luck on finding a great shoe!
2006-12-21 07:02:37 · answer #3 · answered by Logan 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I go with a Nike a cross trainer that would be a good bet. Like the saying goes you pay for quality. Since shoes are something that you use often then don't be cheap. Nike has walking, jogging shoes as well and you with be able to find something young and hip to run errands, run after the kids.
2006-12-21 09:44:05 · answer #4 · answered by Rosie the Riviter 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You want an Adult Orthopedic shoe, the best one out there are called Rockports. They cost as much as Nike and reebok, but don't focus on fashion, they focus on Orthopedic support.
I think this would help your feet the most
2006-12-21 07:03:22 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I hear New Balance is a good shoe
2006-12-21 07:04:48 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
New balance/walking shoe
2006-12-21 06:53:13 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nikes are great and filas are good to.Id get a cross trainer theyre more comfortable.
2006-12-21 06:53:09 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Python Boots
2006-12-21 06:53:37 · answer #9 · answered by Rowdy Yayhoot 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I'd go with the fashionable Adidas striped sneakers. Comfy, sporty, stylish, and the go will with jeans.
2006-12-21 06:58:13 · answer #10 · answered by kmanevil 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋