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Shopping for women’s running shoes in NZ? Women’s running and trail shoe styles are improving every day. Learn about the new trends and what’s next for shoe brands. 

Whether you go to a store in person or shop online, choosing running shoes for women can be a challenge. Women have slightly different requirements than men due to their unique foot shape and body type.

There is a lot of research and innovation that goes into a pair of great running shoes.

The perfect modern running shoe needs to tick many boxes, emphasising comfort and durability while providing lightweight resistance. In addition to quality performance, many of today’s consumers are also looking for ethical and sustainably sourced materials. These include shoes made from eco-friendly recycled materials.

No matter what your age, fitness level or your activity, it is extremely important to get your shoes professionally fitted. At Shoe Clinic we see so many instances where customers have purchased the most expensive shoes they can buy BUT they still get injured. This is largely due to them not being fitted correctly and they have purchased a shoe that has the wrong features and benefits for their feet and gait.

Many occupations require standing for long periods. For these jobs in particular, the right shoe choice can make a huge difference.

Standing for long periods of time is not normal human behaviour, but it is happening more frequently due to the work demands in occupations like retail, hospitality, teaching, hairdressing, and healthcare. Although it doesn’t seem physically demanding, standing for prolonged periods is surprisingly hard on the body. 

You probably don’t think too much about how your foot is hitting the ground when you’re on your morning run or daily walk in the park. It’s automatic, and since we take thousands of steps a day it’s not generally a cause for concern.

However, the way you step your foot on the ground does matter, especially if you play a sport or run regularly. If you come back from your daily jog and your feet or ankles are aching, there’s a chance you might have overpronation.

Are you looking for wide-fitting shoes? Then, you’ve come to the right place! Shoe Clinic carries a large selection of running shoes in various fits, sizes and widths.

When it comes to running shoes for wide feet, there is one brand that Shoe Clinic recognises as standing out from the pack, and that’s New Balance. This article will explore what elements make a quality wide-fitting running shoe and how to know if you need a wide fit.