Know the shape of your sneakers and get a better fit.

The primary shape of your jogging sneakers is configured by the "last". The last is the wooden model that determines the basic shape of your running sneakers. Lasts can be patterned on a shape that is curved, semi-curved, or straight. Saucony uses a last for one segment of their running shoes designed for women - because women need running shoes with a more narrow heel and wider toe box compared to men.

Running shoes have motion control features that are determined by the shape of the last. If your sneakers are based on a curved last, then your foot will be guided to the inward movement of pronation. So what does this mean for the runner and his running shoes.

It means that if you are an overpronator, then these are not the jogging sneakers for you. If you are an overpronator, then you should look for running shoes that are more straight. That is, look for running sneakers based on a straight last.

The shape of the running shoes determines if you have enough room for your longest toe to move forward with each step in your sneakers. Let's assume that you have straight feet but you wear curved running shoes when you run. If so, then your toes will be pused uncomfortably into each other. Try to match the curve of your running sneakers with the natural curve of your foot.

For more running information, take a look at the following menu topics:

Running Shoes | Trail Running Shoes| Women's Running Shoes | Running Shoes FAQ | Running Shoes - Terms