Shoe recommendation for gym/walking/running

[shocksyde]

I've lost 70 lbs. in the past year (265 -> 195) and it's time to try and really get into shape. I'm going to be joining a gym very shortly and will also start going for walks and eventually running.

I have NO CLUE when it comes to shoes. What type of shoe am I looking for? Cross-trainer? Any recommendations?

 

[brikis98]

You are likely to get two recommendations here:

1. Go to a specialty running shoe store, have them analyze your gait and recommend shoes that accommodate your walking/running style and your budget.

2. Follow up on the numerous studies that have been showing that shoes are bad for you and that barefoot running is healthier, such as the Harvard study discussed in this thread. So, learning to run barefoot or in something like Vibram Five Fingers is the other popular choice.