What To Look For
Look for cushioned running shoes if you have high arches. This type of shoe corrects the inherent problem found in runners with high arches, which is a tendency to underpronate. Pronation is the natural inward rotation of the foot as it hits the ground heel first and moves toward the front. Those with high arches tend to underpronate, ultimately causing damage to their feet. Cushioned shoes correct this problem by providing a more flexible sole and more cushioning to absorb the extra shock caused by underpronation.
Common Pitfalls
People with high arches often make the mistake of purchasing shoes that provide more support throughout their foot. They may even buy arch supports to fill in the space between the shoe and their high arch. This is merely a misdiagnosis of the issue. If you have high arches, you need less support and more cushioning in your shoes to solve the problem of underpronation, which will affect your overall comfort level while running.
Where To Buy
Cushioned shoes are made by numerous brands and available in all specialty running stores and sporting goods stores. Some brands that offer cushioned running shoes specifically for women include Asics, Brooks, Mizuno, New Balance, Saucony, and Nike. While a specialty store tends to offer more personalized help in choosing these shoes, a sales associate at a large scale sporting goods store can also provide information to help you ascertain which shoes are most popular and why.
Cost
Cushioned running shoes will not cost any more than the average running shoe. On average, running shoe costs can range from $40-$150. Expensive shoes are not necessarily always better, so it is important to put comfort and fit over price when choosing your shoe.
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