In my first pregnancy it was summer and I ended up wearing ballet pumps, which led to me getting tendinitis in one of my feet. They offered me no stability and support to my feet as my bump got bigger.
In my second pregnancy I opted for a nice fashionable pair of Nike free runners. A style you could where with fashion clothing in the daytime. I loved these so much I ended up wearing in the gym for my workouts too. Unfortunately these didn't offer me the correct support while training, which has now caused ongoing discomfort in my knees.
I would advice getting your gate done, this is when a specialist looks at you running and walking. The specialist analyses your ankle stability and arch positioning and can advice the perfect type trainer for you. Don't opt for fashion when it comes to using trainers for exercise. You can get your gate analysis done at various running and sports stores and there is no obligation to buy.
I went to RUN 4 IT IN Glasgow
The conclusion is that I am neutral on my right foot but cave in on my left foot, so my arches are not supporting my feet hence the added pressure on my knees. My current Nikes offer my no support at all. I have been told I need a stability 3 shoe if I am purchasing running shoes. I was offered two style of trainers to try on Brookes Ravenna £114 and Asics 1000-4 £99. I tried both on and tested them out on the treadmill, obviously the more expensive pair were more comfortable!
Being on maternity doesn't give me a disposable income to buy a pair of trainers at £100,
IF YOU WANT TO SAVE MONEY I ADVISE ASKING IF THEY HAVE LAST SEASON COLOUR, AS THEY ARE USUALLY HALF PRICE.
I choose the Brookes Ravenna I managed to get them for £60. They felt amazing on and very light and springy. I cannot wait to get out on a run in them.
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