Hi can anybody give me some advice on what is the best kind of footwear to wear to walk a marathon, well train for it in the first instance. I've got trainers that I can wear for now but for the longer walks I do want to buy some good ones especially as I have diabetes so need to definitely stay away from foot problems that could be caused by wearing the wrong kind of footwear.

Cheers

New Balance do some specialist walking trainers, my mum just got a pair and is quite impressed with them.

My best advice would be to go to a specialist running shop. I bought some last year (Reeboks) and after a few walks they pinched soo much. I endedup with New Balance and it was the best £50 I spent for a long time.

I'd shied away from running shops, because I'm not a runner but I learned all about overpronating and weak ankles (all of which I have!)

Thanks Helen and Clare - I'll bear those in mind

I'm interested in this thread because I just can't seem to find comfy shoes. I have plantar faceitis (sp).

What is overpronating?

Where are New Balance shoes sold?

So, where would I find them in the US should be my question.

Mare, if you try www.newbalance.com you will find links to the US site, I've just had a quick look at the UK site now.

Ooh YP has a new av.

There are official new balance 'walk the walk' trainers on the 'walk the walk' website (under 'get walking' then 'choosing footwear' link) I see. £2 goes to the charity.

cbmare- I really am not the best person to explain overpronating (as this is the only time I have ever used the word) I think it's that the feet roll inwards when you run/ walk due to a bit of flat footedness (probably not helped by my weight)

My NBs are lovely though and make all my aches and pains minimal!