Gym Trainers - Recommended?

[China Doll]

Basicall asit says in the title. Going back to gym after a sabatical due to hurt leg and know I need new trainers. I don't want to spend a small fortune, I couldn't give a monkeys about make/model/fashion and the types of classes I do tend to be body pump, thai chi (new one), body combat (lots of jumping around), spin and abs so don't think I need massively specialised trainers for this.

Anyone know what sort of trainer I should be going for in particular?

Cheers dears! :c)

[joannie10]

difficult to recommend as really should go for comfort. In Glasgow we have a store called Run 4 It and the stick you on a tredmill, analyse your stride and recommend what shoes are right for you and the last pair I bought were around £70 which is not ridiculous when thinking how often I wear them. I find nike shox to be best for me but am mainly doing running and do need different pair for outside and inside. Really best advice would be to go to a large sports shop and spend some time trying on what is comfortable for you (don't be afraid to have a jump up and down in the shop). Sorry cant be more specific than that - really is personal choice. Nike do give a bit of advice on their site as to what a pair of shoes is 'best for'. Good luck and enjoy!

[Crazylegs]

Nikes, Adidas,Puma,Reebok etc..what you pay for is what you get. If you are serious about your fitness then be serious about your footwear. Chat to the mainstream sports shops for invaluable advice and if you don't don't complain later about Corns, Callouses etc.. made by inferior footwear. Do more expensive trainers stop foot complaints? No but at least they're not as predominant with cheaper footwear.

[barb1314]

You need something fairly well cushioned to absorb shock or you can damage your knees and may get shin splints.It's true you get what you pay for.You definitely need to try on.Generally Adidas and Reebok are on the small side and Nike a little larger.I recently paid £65 for a pair of Nike Air Equalon from Sports Direct (they are normally about £95) and they are so comfy.I work as a dog walker and struggle with footwear in the warmer weather.I took to wearing the wrong shoes and suffered badly with back and leg ache.This has now gone completely. I walk 3 to 4 hours a day on all terrains.

[China Doll]

Thanks for your answers! :c)