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Preparing for a marathon run requires many months of training. It should not be taken lightly because if will be an important achievement if you finish one. One of the most important things you have to do involve choosing the right shoe for marathon running. To succeed, it is essential that you get the running shoes that fit your style of running, type of feet, and fitness and experience level. Here are some pointers to help you choose the right one. • The best time to buy new shoes is later in the day when your feet have swelled and reached their maximum size. You can also try after running or jogging. • Go to a specialty store that sells marathon running shoes. They would have sales associates who would have extensive knowledge about choosing the right shoes. They should be able to help you as they look at your type of feet and the pattern of your stride. • Bring your socks that you use normally when you are running. This will also help in getting the right fit. • Get a pair that has about a half-inch of space between your longest toe and the shoe's front. • Most running shoes need to be replaced after about 300 to 400 miles. Do not let appearance fool you into thinking that they are still good to wear after going through this number of miles. If you would examine the mid-sole, you might find that it is already worn out even if the outer sole is still in good condition. • You might want to consider buying two pairs. Using them alternately on your training days will maximize the life span of each pair of running shoes. • If you plan to use a new pair of running shoes for the actual marathon shoes, buy a new pair about four to six weeks before the event. Get the same model that you used for your training sessions. This will give you ample time to break in the new shoes. You need to run at least sixty to seventy miles to ensure that they are properly broken in.
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