Best Tip: Time for New Running Shoes? How Often You Really Should Replace Them

These shopping tips will ensure you love your new kicks.

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October 31, 2017 BEST TIP BEST LOOKS BEST YOU BEST EATS CONTESTS & GAMES FLYERS SUBSCRIBE     Time for some new running shoes? Did you know you should retire your shoes after running about 500 to 700 kilometres? That's about 100 5K runs, and 50 10K runs – you get the math. And for the avid runner, that could mean a pair of new running shoes every six months or so. If you are just getting into running, then it would be longer. A good sign you need new running shoes? When you start feeling the ground through your soles. Experts tell us to check out the soles before we buy a pair. Look for different colours and patterns on the sole, which manufacturers often use to indicate extra support. Read more: Our Insider Secrets For Buying New Running Shoes You'll Actually Wear "I Ran The 305-K Ragnar Relay, And Made Friends For Life." A Busy Gal's Guide: How To Find The Time For Running   FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL NETWORKS SIGN UP FOR OUR OTHER NEWSLETTERS     If you would like to subscribe to our other newsletters, please click here. © 2017 Reader's Digest Magazines Canada Limited, 1100 boul. René-Lévesque W., Montréal, Québec H3B 5H5 You have received this e-mail because you are a friend of Reader's Digest Canada. We hope you have enjoyed receiving it. However, if you would rather not receive future messages of this sort from us, simply click on the following link: click here to unsubscribe. Privacy Policy | Contact us