My foot size is 9 and I bought shoes with uk 10 size . I thought I screwed things up. There was no return policy. But surprisingly I am more running with these shoes. Its been six months now. Definitely shoe felt big. But there was no discomfort. After watching your video I feel happy with my shoes ...
I got a bruise on my big toe after two 5Ks and now I know why 😅 Returned the shoes and I’m shopping for a proper fit now. Thank you for the video, great advice!
Thank you-found a deal on a half size smaller shoe and tried to talk myself into believing they would work. You saved me a buck. Frickin 140.00 for shoes is such a rip off
I wish I had seen this video 5 days ago; it would have been helpful. I wear UK size 9 casual shoes, and I ordered shoes of size 9 online, but they feel uncomfortable. You gave good information. You deserve millions of subscribers, Love from India🇮🇳❤
@@NarendraRajput-xc2qx I’m glad you found this video, even if it wasn’t at the ideal time. Yes, we have to let our feet have room to move a little! 😀 Thanks for the kind comment about deserving millions of subscribers! 😍
Just got new running shoes, never needed them really. But I may be starting a 6 month academy where we may run 5-10 miles 3 days a week lol.. I need a well fitted shoe. I am flat footed so of course I went straight to TH-cam to see what's good. Got the asics 2000 gt 9. An old model, so I got them for a steal of $70 . Everything you mentioned in this video is checked off.. couldn't be happier. Now to slowly break them in Thank you!!
Thanks Matt! I was going to replace my shoe that I just recently got as it was just a thumb size bigger than a perfect fit. But now that I think about it, it's not that much of a gap, and seeing your video proved that to me :)
@@its_Matt_B_ I use 26.0 cm shoe for my daily us of a specific brand. But, whenever i try a different brand (like Onitsuka)of the same size, my longest feet feels cramped inside it. So i had to return them. I think 27.0 cm would have been fine. Now, As i am not sure of my exact shoe size, can i order 28.0 cm (Asics) for my daily walks? I am looking forward for your response
@@dukebose970 What brand of shoe do you wear 26cm? Without knowing too much, I think 28cm would work for you, but I think it would be far better if you could try them on first. For all we know the ASICS will fit the same as your 26cm shoe and if that's the case, the 28cm ASICS would feel a bit too roomy!
@@its_Matt_B_ First of all, Thank you soo much for taking your time out & helping me understand better shoe sizes knowledge. I wear 26.0cm Red Tape. But Onitsuka felt cramped. Which Asics size would you suggest for daily use, & a very minimal run?
@@dukebose970 Unfortunaely I haven't run in Red Tape or Onitsuka shoes, however when I put 26cm (EU 42) into this calculator: www.size.ly/shoe-size-recommender it shows the ASICS fit the same as Red Tape. With this information it looks like you can buy the same size ASICS as you have in Red Tape!
Made me feel a little better. Spent a lot of money on hoka's after 3 metatarsal fractures. Never been fitted for shoes im usually anywhere between a 8-9 (rarely a 9) they sized me up to a 9.5!!!!!! For width not length so the toe box has so much room.. my big toe has about 1 inch but thes the other toes where they are bending where I'm driving myself nuts.
Sorry to hear about your 3 metatarsal fractures! That recovery time must have been frustrating! Shoes are made well for the masses, but not well made for the individual! I had trouble with a pair of Hoka Rincons and my little toe rubbing and getting squished.
Cheers! What made you first want to replace your shoes? Did they feel big on your feet? Fee too big when you pressed the space between your toes and the end of the shoe?
@@its_Matt_B_ the space was hardly 1 - 1.5cm i would say...equal to my toenail size... I thought i got wrong size at first glance... Until i watched this video...
after watching your video i have clarified all my doubts about new shoes , i have bought NIKE US 7.5 size i worry about that will little bit bigger at toes but now i got clarity matt.. thank you, you made my day
I just got myself a pair of shoes and they are 1" bigger than my feet and they feel really comfortable. I used to buy size 10 shoes and they feel uncomfortable and I always had to wear thin socks. Now, I can wear thick socks that do not give me blisters. Definitely go with 1" bigger than what you would normally wear. They magically become comfortable.
Thanks for the good information. I've always worn shoes with the exact length as my feet and very snug. Recently I've had a lot of pain in my big toe and with some research i understand i messed up my feet with narrow and small shoes. Maybe wearing a shoe with a little extra length don't be fun but it's healthy!
Thank you very much. I brought two shoes of different sizes home trying to figure out the correct size. This video was very helpful. I have bought shoes in the past that was too small.
There's not much worse than running in shoes that are too small. I'm glad to hear the video helped somewhat! Thanks for being a part of the channel and commenting! 👊🏼
I tried half a size bigger than my normal one and it fits more comfortable. It is slightly big but I heard that your feet swell when running so you need to leave more space.
Even though it’s the first time you’ve heard about it, I bet you knew exactly what it was and know when things just aren’t right! Thanks for watching! 👊🏽
Awesome video. I was wondering if this also apply to spikes because there’s an extra thumb space between my toe and the end of the shoe. I also heard you should be landing on your forefoot for spikes so if it is too big you might be landing closer to the heel. ❤
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! As far as spikes goes, I've never run in them, but I always heard they will fit a lot more snug than everyday running shoes.
Thanks bud I appreciate the video. I got some ultraboosts for Christmas and was on the fence about keeping them, took them for a short run and they just feel a bit off. I’ll return them and treat myself to a local specialty shop than can help me find what I’m looking for. You saying how good shoes should just fade into background during a run made me realize I don’t own a pair of good running shoes.
I'm worried about a new pair I just got on clearance. They're absolutely amazing EXCEPT for my longest toe... I'm going to try that insole trick now! There were some great tips I've never heard before. Thanks!
@@Kelly_Ben I don’t know about living to you’re 90, but I did say the smartest and best looking people have longer second toes. Is that as good as living a long and healthy life?.....it’s arguable! 🤣
Always get a UK8 my feet are wide but actually around a UK 7-7.5 so they always fit, with a space at the front of 0.5-1cm. Perfect! Very rare i need an 8.5 but thats a sneaker with a lot of internal padding
Good to hear you've figured out how to get the right size for them to fit right! The only problem is when brands mess up their own sizing! I've had a few shoes where I've had to drop a whole size from normal just because the brands changed something.
Very nice my first pear size 10 was little big and i had problems with my left ankle so i bought new insoles and now it is okay but i ordered another pear in blue colour size 9.5 and they fit perfect so i have two pears energy 3 now for about 1000 miles thanks for your advice
I always wore size 9 shoes (US size), but recently i got a size 10 running shoe following the running gurus’ advice. It’s been so weird to run in size 10. They seem too long and i kinda miss feeling my feet “being hugged” by the size 9 shoe lol. I even thought about wearing 2 socks to get the same feeling, but i feel like i should really adapt myself
Ultimately, you should do what feels best for you! You may also find that some shoes fit different in different areas of your foot, or just fit a little bigger (or smaller). It's ok if you like the feeling of your feet being hugged! 😁
If it’s jusr .5 difference (e.g. 9.5) you won’t feel much of the difference. But if it’s a solid 1, you will feel discomfort in the long run. I got sores from friction when my shoes are loose.
i personally have a harder time to buy sneakers but i went and got new pair today i had to go from 10 to 11 last few times i brought sneakers or boots.. i tired a 10 on and felt like they was too tight so i tired a 11 on and they felt good im not sure i would say 2 pairs of socks would be the best for your feet esspeically if they sweat at all.. i must say size 11 sneakers isnt as easy to fine haha :)
Another great video you have so much energy and obviously enjoy making content. Bought my first pair of Brooks - Ghost 14 - late last year. I went to a specialist shop that has been around for years. They said it was a good idea to go for one size up from you normal shoe size. I tried 5 or 6 pairs and the Brooks were my choice. Fit, they have been perfect. I am an 8.5, my Brooks are 9.5.
Thanks for watching and you're right; I really do enjoy making content! I'm glad to hear your Ghost 14 are working well for you and that you found the size that is perfect for you! I've been wearing the Brooks 14 for about a year and they still feel as good as ever!
I’m the same way! I tried going for my shoe size (9) and they always fell asleep never understood why. Then for ASICS size 9.5 which worked well. I switched over to Nike and I find I’m a 10 (they seem to run smaller). THEN 😂😂 I got a pair of Saucony in 10 and they just felt too close to my toes. I got a 10.5 and it’s perfect. It’s been an adventure
@@CaroElena It would be so much easier if all brands sized the same (or if we all had the same size feet), but alas, it's not to be....but as you say, Tracy, it's an adventure (which is the best possible way i've heard of describing different shoe sizes! 🤣)
Awesome video man thank you! I’m a long time weight lifter who wants to get into running. I went into a running store recently and I was so overwhelmed with all the options and trying to figure out the perfect fit. I ended up going with a pair of hoka bondi 8’s in a 10.5 wide. I normally wear a 10 (non wide) but they fit felt better with the bigger size especially cause your feet swell. I will say, I’m still not used to my feet moving around a little in them. I haven’t gotten any blisters yet though so hopefully they aren’t too big. I’m just rambling at this point but yeah! I guess I’m just experiencing the “growing pains” of entering a new hobby
Saw this video just now. How I wish I saw this earlier. Very helpful. I also use that thumb on the toe guideline. For me, my issue with running shoes are the midfoot area. I have a wide midfoot so I am very particular with the midfoot fit of running shoes. I am a US 10 in the Alphafly 3 due to its wider midfoot as compared to the Alphafly 2 with a very narrow midfoot so I am a size 11 there.
Interesting about the midfoot on the AF2 being so much narrower than the AF3. I didn't run in the AF2 so can't compare. Still, I'm glad the AF3 fits you well!
Great video Matt, thank you so much for it. I was planning to buy new running shoes next week and I am taking this advice with me. Greetings from Brasil.
I have pretty wide feet, and want a fast shoe without carbon plate. I already have the New Balance fresh foam More4, so I was thinking about Asics Superblast of Adidas Boston 12.
Figuring mine are too big as i have to lace them so tight they’re too tight just to keep from moving around in them. Gonna try a half size smaller. See how that goes. Thanks foe the help!
I am a woman who wears U.S. size 8.5 B width in good quality dress shoes. My last two pairs of Asics Nimbus were 9.5. I had not purchased a new pair in a very long time, but I wanted to get out and be more active again, so I ordered the Gel Nimbus 24 in 9.5 regular. I could barely get my feet into them. I then tried a 10 Wide and a 10.5 Wide. I was stunned that even the 10 Wide felt too short. I ended up with a 10.5 Wide. I could not believe I had to size up two whole size from my dress shoe size. Historically, Asics run narrow and short, but this is ridiculous! If someone told me in advance that I would need a massive 10.5 Wide, I would never have believed it. They make my feet look huge, but my feet do not feel constricted, and I have a thumb's width between the tip of my big toe and the tip end of the shoe, so the 10.5 Wide must be the correct fit. "Shocked" does not even begin to describe how I feel.....
As you well know from buying clothing (not just shoes), sizing varies hugely between brands and that difference is even bigger between different items (dress shoes to athletic shoes). Your size of 10.5 wide means nothing other than you weren't used to hearing it. I'm so glad you found a pair that fit comfortably, as that's the one thing that will keep you using them! What are you doing to be active again? Walking, runing, etc.? Good luck on the journey and I hope you're loving the shoes! The GN24 sure are comfy!
@@its_Matt_B_ I used to walk between 3 and 5 miles per day about 5 days a week at a very nice park not too far from my home, but I more or less stopped all exercise about 7 years ago after my little girl passed. I hardly went out at all, and then Covid hit in 2020, and that was one more reason to stay indoors. Any time I did go to the park with my dog to walk, it was a zoo. Suddenly, because of Covid, people were coming out of the woodwork so to speak to spend time at what used to be a pretty quiet park, so that was one more reason to stay home. I planned to start walking more beginning last Autumn after the terrible heat and humidity of Summer had passed, but before I could follow through on that commitment to myself, I was forced to move from my 2/1 house with garage (owner turned it into an Airbnb) to a one room apartment. Now, I have no choice but to take my dog for at least 3 walks per day since we no longer have a yard, so I had to buy a new pair of shoes. Walking on concrete in my old Nimbus 10's were killing me as they are totally clapped out. I always liked Nimbus because of the great cushioning. I have worn Asics since the 1980s. This is the first time I had to settle for a pair two whole sizes larger than my high quality dress shoes, though. There is something vaguely insulting about that! (LOL) Traditionally, Asics run narrow and a bit short, but this is ridiculous! The 24 in 10.5 Wide look huge on my feet! I read the new 25's will not come out before late March for some reason. Each year they usually come out in January. Maybe there was still a glut of 24's on the market they hoped to shift? Anyway, I did not want to wait that long. Plus, I knew I would end up spending at least $40 more for the 25's. So, I decided to buy the 24's.
@@user-lz6dm5lk9y I’m so sorry about you losing your daughter and totally understand staying in. I’m sure life just lost its joy for such a long time! I would say your move to a one room apartment has a silver lining; your forced dog walks are going to get you in super shape! 💪🏽 I understand it seeming insulting to go up in shoe size, but take comfort that no one but you will give your shoe size a second thought! 🤣 (at least I hope it’s comforting!) I think you made a good call getting the 24 instead of waiting for the 25. There’s no point spending more when you don’t have to! Keep up your activity level! 🙌🏽
Just bought a pair of Hoka speedgoat 5, at the store they felt great. But did a 2 mile test run and felt them tight on the sides.. decided to go back and get the wide version.
I had a pair of cheap basketball shoes and I’m a wide feet 🦶 that shoes actually made me lose two of my toe nails after some games and I’m now looking for guide for buying a new pair of shoes advice . Thanks for your advice on the running shoes I’m also looking for new running shoes and basketball shoes
Thanks so much, Sharon! 👊🏼 Having the right size shoes makes the difference in being comfortable on our runs, and if we’re comfortable we keep doing it! 💥
I swear, I was 10.5, and now I'm 11.5. I wasn't quite sure with the thumb trick, so I took out the insole and it showed I had adequate space in the 11.5. Feels a lot better too. I actually worked 10.5 for a year, not realizing it was an issue, then 11 for 6 months, felt better but gradually became painful. And now 11.5.
Hi Matt great video! At 1:43 you are saying to leave between 1/2 and 1'' between longest toe and end of shoe. Wouldn't that make for a loose fit? 0.5 inch is one size bigger in US size while 1 inch is 2-2.5 sizes bigger in US size. Looking forward to your response!
The idea behind having your running shoes slightly longer than your longest toe is to give your feet room to move slightly in the shoe. I don't know if you've ever worn shoes where your toes touch the end, but it can lead to trauma from the repetitive movement of your toes against the front of the shoe. Think black toenails and blisters. Also, our feet can expand slightly when running. The extra room allows this without discomfort. As far as sizing goes, yes, it may very well mean buying a larger shoe. There's nothing wrong with getting a bigger shoe, especially if it leads to comfort while running, which is what we all want! I've found different brands size differently, so it's best to try a new shoe first before committing to keeping it.
I found out I had been wearing the wrong size my whole adult life. I was at Fleet Feet and they scanned my feet and I ended up being a 9.99. I’d been wearing 9.5 and even 9 at times. No wonder I was busting holes through the mesh of my athletic shoes. Now I get 10.5 for athletic/running shoes and 10 for casual.
Running shoe manufacturers mostly get their sizing correctly. For me I rate Brooks, Asics, Saucony, Hoka at the top for great fit. Nike and Adidas sometimes is tricky with their sizing. OnCloud I find their toe boxes have a wider design.
Hi Matt thanks for this nice vedio. This good news about fitting because I bought the brooks adrenaline 21gts and the size seem big from front I was confused about it . But now I 1m sûre that the size is correct. Gts brooks 21 is brilliant shoes amazing. Thanks
@@its_Matt_B_ I think it's because I have long toes. The forefoot especially in plated trainers doesn't feel right half size lower. Just bought the Speed 4 and even though the smaller size actually fit ok the spring was under my toes rather than on the metatarsal ends. It just didn't feel right.
Thanks Matt. As a new and older runner and slowly increasing miles I just started to get hotspots on on the bottom of my left foot. Thanks for these techniques and thoughts, I will keep them in mind when buying and trying shoes.
Thanks for this, super clear and helpful! Only thing is… is there such a thing as too much toe room?! Specifically length. I have wide feet and high arches (thus high instep) so it’s quite hard to find a perfect fit especially with every brand being so different. I’ve just received some Hoka trail runners and there’s a bit more than a thumb there (but I did that sitting down which as per your video is apparently not correct. But how do I do it correctly without a second person 😂)
@@CronchyMonch Yes, there can be too much room. You’re looking for a comfortable fit, without sliding around in the shoe. Have you thought about insole inserts? They could help with your arch and possibly make the fit perfect.
@@its_Matt_B_yep I have them in my normal runners which are wide fit New Balance in the same size. The wide Hoka trail runners have longer toes though for some reason. It almost seems like an entire half a size or even a whole size bigger than the New Balance for some reason. I don’t know if they did this on purpose? I could try my inserts in them and see if that changes it any. I have a feeling it might just take up more room in the shoe and make it squishier everywhere but the toe length though 😬
@@its_Matt_B_ ah okay, well, I will just have to get a 7 and see if that’s better, then return one. Frustrating! Mostly because, I tried to do it the “right way” and get fitted in store but they had no stock of the wide fit 🤦♀️ thanks for your help
@@iputuoka2707 Because shoe companies can size their shoes slightly different, it’ll be best if you can try on a couple different sizes. 7.5 may work in some, but you may be a size 8 (or even 7) in others.
@@iputuoka2707 Perhaps 8 will work, but you should still get a few pairs and return what don’t fit you. For me, Reebok runs big, so I have to go down a size from what I wear in most other shoes. (I usually wear US 13, but in Reebok I wear US 12)
Hi Can you do a video showing dangers of running in larger shoes. I'm not talking about blisters. I'm talking about orthopedic damage. Damage to the bones that may take years to heal
Useful thanks. I have large feet for a woman & it means I have to verge into men’s sizes but men’s shoes are generally too wide for me so I have difficulty getting a good fit.
Get a load of this guy lads! He’s such a shoe dork! You hush your mouth you shoe nerd! Shoe loving geek! I run barefoot in the snow and my heel never slips!
Nice and helpful video. What is your advice in the case where one of the feet is bigger than the other? For example, the left foot is 8.5UK with a wide width and the right foot is 8UK with regular width. Is it better to go for sizes/measurements according to the bigger foot? Thanks.
Hi! Definitely cater to the bigger foot. You can always wear a thicker sock on your smaller foot. This way you'll stay comfortable, even if it's weird to put on three socks! 😁
I'd rather go with much snugger than you described. I find many faster runners go for snug and hobby joggers talk about comfort and toe room. just my opinion and I may be full of it 😀 Liked the pulling out the insole example! Obvious but I never thought of it. Great for my wife who has big feet and tries to hide them with smaller shoes.
I don't have any experience interacting with elite runners or their personal shoe fit, so I can't really say. As 99.9% of runners are hobby joggers and podiatrists and "shoe-fit-experts" agree about shoes having a little room being the ideal, I tend to side with the majority. However I recognize the fallacy in thinking the majority are correct just because there's more of them. With that said, you're right to go with a snugger fit if that's what works best for you! 🤷🏻♂ It's funny you say your wife is trying to hide her big feet with smaller shoes. You know what they say about birds of a feather... 🤣
I always have weird sizing with Adidas. My foot is 27cm heel to toe. On Nike, currently Pegasus 38, 10.5 US always fits me perfect. On Adidas though, wearing size 10.5 US (10 UK), while the shoe fits, it feels a bit tight on the inside. And when i tried Adidas 11 US (10.5 UK) it seems a bit bigger, i dom’t feel any tightness, bit it’ll feel there’s a little more space at the toe room tham i wanr. Currently got an RC3 Adizero sisze 10.5 US, feels a bit tight when i wear them, bit during the run it’ll feel better, but foot would sometimes feel hot
It's really a pain that all shoes aren't sized the same! How much toe space is more than you want in your Adidas? Remember our feet need room when we're running and they often expand a little on longer and/or warmer runs! More room is (generally) better than less room.
It isn’t quite as simple as picking a size. The overall volume of the shoe must be taken into consider as well as the width of the toe box. It would be best to try on both sizes and choose the size that feels best.
Hi, I am having shin splints on side of both legs. Although, I am not a runner. Sometimes I walk with fast pace. I fee shin pain especially walking on unbalance surface or inclining. I recently purchased a running shoe for daily walk purposes. I hope i will not get shin pain anymore.
Is it thumbs width between the end of toe and the end of the inside of the toebox? Or the outside tip of the shoe? The difference is about 3mm so nearly half a size in difference.
My problem is that I have black nails in my 2nd to 4th toes, not in my big toe... Also in foot shape shoes like the Topo Atmos, Topo Specter and Altra Olympus 5. Those toes aren't longer than my big toe... Is easy to see that there's more room for those toes than in front of thumb toe. Larger size will fix that? My bigger foot is 27.7cm(27.5cm the other one) and I wear 11US(29cm)
@@Kalvi It sounds like you have enough room, but something else may be going on if you’re getting black toenails. It may be a good idea to see a podiatrist.
Sorry, I haven't used any so can't make any recommendations. I did quickly look them up on Amazon and these seem inexpensive with 13,000+ ratings: amzn.to/3PHXajJ Good luck! LMK what you find and if they work for you!
I now realisee i’ve been wearing very tight shoes. I always wanted my shoes to be tight fit like my toes touching the tip inside. Coz I always thought as time goes by the shoes will expand due to normal wear and tear.
I just got the on cloud monster in 8.5W to be “comfortable” usually I’m 8W, today I got them, it feels good but the only thing is my toe. It’s almost close to the top. Should I go for 9W? Or give a chance??
If you can return the shoes without any problems, I would suggest trying the size 9. Shoes from different brands, and even within the same brand, don't always fit the same, so it's worth trying the larger size.
I understand different brands having different sizes but what drives me insane is when the sizes vary between models or even worst from one version to the next!
I'm with you! It's simply crazy when it happens! It's probably a mistake by the manufacturer rather than the brand itself and then the brand just says, "whatever" and trys to sell the shoe anyway.
So if u have a fingers widths margin when standing on the insole, its enough space? Or shiuld u have a have a thumbswidth extra when standing on the insole?
My foot size is 9 and I bought shoes with uk 10 size . I thought I screwed things up. There was no return policy. But surprisingly I am more running with these shoes. Its been six months now. Definitely shoe felt big. But there was no discomfort. After watching your video I feel happy with my shoes ...
I'm so glad to hear your shoes are working out for you. It can be a bit funny how much bigger shoes can fit and still fit right!
Size/fit varies soooo much by brand. Buying shoes without at least having tried them is a complete gamble.
Here comes Rishi Sunak white edition :)
😂 Guilty as charged.
With Chris Eubank's voice 😂
Thanks matt. You are one of the few youtubers giving us the details that we all need. People only know what they know! Keep up the good work.
Cheers, Simon! I appreciate your comment, mate! 👊🏼
I got a bruise on my big toe after two 5Ks and now I know why 😅 Returned the shoes and I’m shopping for a proper fit now. Thank you for the video, great advice!
Thanks for watching and I’m glad you figured out what you need in a running shoe! Good luck shopping for a pair and happy running!
I just got a new pair that’s 1/2 size larger and it’s made a huge difference in comfort! Like running on a cloud 😊
@@jackiehammerton Excellent! Good to hear!
Thank you-found a deal on a half size smaller shoe and tried to talk myself into believing they would work. You saved me a buck. Frickin 140.00 for shoes is such a rip off
I'm glad you got what fits! It'll make your life better!
I wish I had seen this video 5 days ago; it would have been helpful. I wear UK size 9 casual shoes, and I ordered shoes of size 9 online, but they feel uncomfortable. You gave good information.
You deserve millions of subscribers,
Love from India🇮🇳❤
@@NarendraRajput-xc2qx I’m glad you found this video, even if it wasn’t at the ideal time. Yes, we have to let our feet have room to move a little! 😀
Thanks for the kind comment about deserving millions of subscribers! 😍
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@@pranavjadhav4671 Are there any brands you already like?
Just got new running shoes, never needed them really. But I may be starting a 6 month academy where we may run 5-10 miles 3 days a week lol.. I need a well fitted shoe. I am flat footed so of course I went straight to TH-cam to see what's good. Got the asics 2000 gt 9. An old model, so I got them for a steal of $70 . Everything you mentioned in this video is checked off.. couldn't be happier. Now to slowly break them in
Thank you!!
Thanks for watching and for leaving a comment! The ASICS will do you right! Which academy are you starting? Good luck!!
Thanks Matt! I was going to replace my shoe that I just recently got as it was just a thumb size bigger than a perfect fit. But now that I think about it, it's not that much of a gap, and seeing your video proved that to me :)
Brilliant! Glad your shoes are going to work for you. 👊🏼
@@its_Matt_B_ I use 26.0 cm shoe for my daily us of a specific brand. But, whenever i try a different brand (like Onitsuka)of the same size, my longest feet feels cramped inside it. So i had to return them. I think 27.0 cm would have been fine.
Now, As i am not sure of my exact shoe size, can i order 28.0 cm (Asics) for my daily walks? I am looking forward for your response
@@dukebose970 What brand of shoe do you wear 26cm?
Without knowing too much, I think 28cm would work for you, but I think it would be far better if you could try them on first. For all we know the ASICS will fit the same as your 26cm shoe and if that's the case, the 28cm ASICS would feel a bit too roomy!
@@its_Matt_B_ First of all, Thank you soo much for taking your time out & helping me understand better shoe sizes knowledge. I wear 26.0cm Red Tape. But Onitsuka felt cramped. Which Asics size would you suggest for daily use, & a very minimal run?
@@dukebose970 Unfortunaely I haven't run in Red Tape or Onitsuka shoes, however when I put 26cm (EU 42) into this calculator: www.size.ly/shoe-size-recommender
it shows the ASICS fit the same as Red Tape. With this information it looks like you can buy the same size ASICS as you have in Red Tape!
Made me feel a little better. Spent a lot of money on hoka's after 3 metatarsal fractures. Never been fitted for shoes im usually anywhere between a 8-9 (rarely a 9) they sized me up to a 9.5!!!!!! For width not length so the toe box has so much room.. my big toe has about 1 inch but thes the other toes where they are bending where I'm driving myself nuts.
Sorry to hear about your 3 metatarsal fractures! That recovery time must have been frustrating! Shoes are made well for the masses, but not well made for the individual! I had trouble with a pair of Hoka Rincons and my little toe rubbing and getting squished.
Thanks a lot mate..
I was going to replace my shoes and order one size smaller..
After watching your video i changed my mind
Cheers! What made you first want to replace your shoes? Did they feel big on your feet? Fee too big when you pressed the space between your toes and the end of the shoe?
@@its_Matt_B_ the space was hardly 1 - 1.5cm i would say...equal to my toenail size...
I thought i got wrong size at first glance...
Until i watched this video...
Thanks, my right foot measure 8.6, left 9.1 women’s. I was told to go with 9.5 shoes, I feel better watching this video because they look so big lol
after watching your video i have clarified all my doubts about new shoes , i have bought NIKE US 7.5 size i worry about that will little bit bigger at toes but now i got clarity matt.. thank you, you made my day
Thanks for watching, and i'm glad to hear you found it useful! Enjoy those new shoes! 👊🏼
I just got myself a pair of shoes and they are 1" bigger than my feet and they feel really comfortable. I used to buy size 10 shoes and they feel uncomfortable and I always had to wear thin socks. Now, I can wear thick socks that do not give me blisters.
Definitely go with 1" bigger than what you would normally wear. They magically become comfortable.
Good advice! I’m glad you figured out what works! There’s not much worse than uncomfortable feet when running! 👊🏽
I’m going through this now about to spend 200 on size 11 told I’m 10 but keep getting blisters, hoping it’ll be right choice
Thanks for the good information. I've always worn shoes with the exact length as my feet and very snug. Recently I've had a lot of pain in my big toe and with some research i understand i messed up my feet with narrow and small shoes. Maybe wearing a shoe with a little extra length don't be fun but it's healthy!
@@aliamr6903 Hey Ali! Yep, we’ve got to let our feet have room to move slightly! Glad the vid helped!
Very useful. Bought some that looked too big to me but according to ur info they are the correct fit! Thank u
@@CoderGrammer Glad to hear the video helped.
Omgggg I love you Matt thanks brothaaaaa!! My pinky toes was hurting me I bought accidentally 8.5 & I’m a 8 but boy I’m sooo comfy with 8.5
I'm so glad to hear it! Comfort is the name of the game! 🙌🏽
Thank you very much. I brought two shoes of different sizes home trying to figure out the correct size. This video was very helpful. I have bought shoes in the past that was too small.
There's not much worse than running in shoes that are too small. I'm glad to hear the video helped somewhat! Thanks for being a part of the channel and commenting! 👊🏼
I tried half a size bigger than my normal one and it fits more comfortable. It is slightly big but I heard that your feet swell when running so you need to leave more space.
That’s true about your feet swelling, especially if it’s hot out or you’re running for a long time! 👊🏽
Thanks a lot for the tips Matt! 👌🏾, I was missing a video about correct running shoes fitting in your channel. Cheers from Spain!
Cheers for watching! 👊🏽
4:03 This is the first time I've heard about shoe volume and apparently it's a big thing. Thanks
Even though it’s the first time you’ve heard about it, I bet you knew exactly what it was and know when things just aren’t right!
Thanks for watching! 👊🏽
Awesome video. I was wondering if this also apply to spikes because there’s an extra thumb space between my toe and the end of the shoe. I also heard you should be landing on your forefoot for spikes so if it is too big you might be landing closer to the heel. ❤
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! As far as spikes goes, I've never run in them, but I always heard they will fit a lot more snug than everyday running shoes.
Thanks bud I appreciate the video. I got some ultraboosts for Christmas and was on the fence about keeping them, took them for a short run and they just feel a bit off. I’ll return them and treat myself to a local specialty shop than can help me find what I’m looking for. You saying how good shoes should just fade into background during a run made me realize I don’t own a pair of good running shoes.
Cheers for watching! 👊🏼
I'm worried about a new pair I just got on clearance. They're absolutely amazing EXCEPT for my longest toe... I'm going to try that insole trick now! There were some great tips I've never heard before. Thanks!
Which toe is longest? (See my reply to @realitunthings for meaning)
Uh oh. My second toe. Tell me it means I'll be rich and healthy and live till 90! Lol
@@Kelly_Ben I don’t know about living to you’re 90, but I did say the smartest and best looking people have longer second toes. Is that as good as living a long and healthy life?.....it’s arguable! 🤣
😂😂😂 the other country says that😂😂😂
i love that 'spend money on experiences' hahaha thank you for this video ! 😁
Those really are words to live by! Thanks for watching!
Thank you very much!
You saved my feet. I was going to buy running shoes and you came at the right time. ❤
Glad to hear it! Happy running! 🙌🏽💫
@@its_Matt_B_ 🙏❤️🏃🏃
Always get a UK8 my feet are wide but actually around a UK 7-7.5 so they always fit, with a space at the front of 0.5-1cm. Perfect! Very rare i need an 8.5 but thats a sneaker with a lot of internal padding
Good to hear you've figured out how to get the right size for them to fit right! The only problem is when brands mess up their own sizing! I've had a few shoes where I've had to drop a whole size from normal just because the brands changed something.
Very nice my first pear size 10 was little big and i had problems with my left ankle so i bought new insoles and now it is okay but i ordered another pear in blue colour size 9.5 and they fit perfect so i have two pears energy 3 now for about 1000 miles thanks for your advice
I’m glad you found the size that works and that you figured out how to make the bigger size fit!
Thanks for being a part of the channel! 👊🏼
I always wore size 9 shoes (US size), but recently i got a size 10 running shoe following the running gurus’ advice. It’s been so weird to run in size 10. They seem too long and i kinda miss feeling my feet “being hugged” by the size 9 shoe lol. I even thought about wearing 2 socks to get the same feeling, but i feel like i should really adapt myself
Ultimately, you should do what feels best for you! You may also find that some shoes fit different in different areas of your foot, or just fit a little bigger (or smaller). It's ok if you like the feeling of your feet being hugged! 😁
You’re allowed to go 9.5
If it’s jusr .5 difference (e.g. 9.5) you won’t feel much of the difference. But if it’s a solid 1, you will feel discomfort in the long run. I got sores from friction when my shoes are loose.
i personally have a harder time to buy sneakers but i went and got new pair today i had to go from 10 to 11 last few times i brought sneakers or boots.. i tired a 10 on and felt like they was too tight so i tired a 11 on and they felt good im not sure i would say 2 pairs of socks would be the best for your feet esspeically if they sweat at all.. i must say size 11 sneakers isnt as easy to fine haha :)
THIS WAS SOOOOOO HELPFUL!!!! THANKS A LOT BRUV!
I’m so glad you got some use out of the vid!! Thanks for leaving a comment! 👊🏽
Another great video you have so much energy and obviously enjoy making content. Bought my first pair of Brooks - Ghost 14 - late last year. I went to a specialist shop that has been around for years. They said it was a good idea to go for one size up from you normal shoe size. I tried 5 or 6 pairs and the Brooks were my choice. Fit, they have been perfect. I am an 8.5, my Brooks are 9.5.
Thanks for watching and you're right; I really do enjoy making content! I'm glad to hear your Ghost 14 are working well for you and that you found the size that is perfect for you! I've been wearing the Brooks 14 for about a year and they still feel as good as ever!
I’m the same way! I tried going for my shoe size (9) and they always fell asleep never understood why. Then for ASICS size 9.5 which worked well. I switched over to Nike and I find I’m a 10 (they seem to run smaller). THEN 😂😂 I got a pair of Saucony in 10 and they just felt too close to my toes. I got a 10.5 and it’s perfect. It’s been an adventure
@@CaroElena It would be so much easier if all brands sized the same (or if we all had the same size feet), but alas, it's not to be....but as you say, Tracy, it's an adventure (which is the best possible way i've heard of describing different shoe sizes! 🤣)
Awesome video man thank you! I’m a long time weight lifter who wants to get into running. I went into a running store recently and I was so overwhelmed with all the options and trying to figure out the perfect fit.
I ended up going with a pair of hoka bondi 8’s in a 10.5 wide. I normally wear a 10 (non wide) but they fit felt better with the bigger size especially cause your feet swell.
I will say, I’m still not used to my feet moving around a little in them. I haven’t gotten any blisters yet though so hopefully they aren’t too big.
I’m just rambling at this point but yeah! I guess I’m just experiencing the “growing pains” of entering a new hobby
Yeah, I get it. It’s tough until you figure out what works! Still, I hope you stick with it! There’s a lot of weightlifting runners out there.
Saw this video just now. How I wish I saw this earlier. Very helpful. I also use that thumb on the toe guideline. For me, my issue with running shoes are the midfoot area. I have a wide midfoot so I am very particular with the midfoot fit of running shoes. I am a US 10 in the Alphafly 3 due to its wider midfoot as compared to the Alphafly 2 with a very narrow midfoot so I am a size 11 there.
Interesting about the midfoot on the AF2 being so much narrower than the AF3. I didn't run in the AF2 so can't compare. Still, I'm glad the AF3 fits you well!
Great video Matt, thank you so much for it. I was planning to buy new running shoes next week and I am taking this advice with me. Greetings from Brasil.
Hi! So glad the video helped! Do you know which running shoes you’d like or will you decide when you get there?
I have pretty wide feet, and want a fast shoe without carbon plate. I already have the New Balance fresh foam More4, so I was thinking about Asics Superblast of Adidas Boston 12.
Nice! The Boston 12 may be a little narrow, but you'll be trying them on first so you'll know right away! Good luck! @@egt9093
Good to know. Of you have more options ready, please name them, if it doesn't bother you. 🙌
If it's available, try the Brooks Hyperion Max. It was one of my favorite shoes of 2023. It's fast with no plate!
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Great information! I purchased a pair of shoes online and the video was very helpful. Thank you!
I’m so happy you found it useful! Happy feet make for happy running! I’m wishing you the best in the New Year, Iris! 👊🏼
Glad I saw this video. Very helpful for a beginner runner like me :)
Thanks for watching! Keep it up! 💪🏽
Thank you so much this is just the explanation i was looking for🙏
Excellent! I’m glad you got something from it. Thanks for leaving a comment! 👊🏽
I found this really helpful. Thank you.
I'm glad to hear it! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment!👊🏽
thanks for the tips, clear and make sense!
✌🏽 Thanks for watching!
Figuring mine are too big as i have to lace them so tight they’re too tight just to keep from moving around in them. Gonna try a half size smaller. See how that goes. Thanks foe the help!
Yeah, it sounds like they have too much volume if your feet are moving around. What brand are you running in? Do other brands fit you better?
Omg, this was so helpful. Thank you!
I'm so glad it helps! Thanks for watching!
I am a woman who wears U.S. size 8.5 B width in good quality dress shoes. My last two pairs of Asics Nimbus were 9.5. I had not purchased a new pair in a very long time, but I wanted to get out and be more active again, so I ordered the Gel Nimbus 24 in 9.5 regular. I could barely get my feet into them. I then tried a 10 Wide and a 10.5 Wide. I was stunned that even the 10 Wide felt too short. I ended up with a 10.5 Wide. I could not believe I had to size up two whole size from my dress shoe size. Historically, Asics run narrow and short, but this is ridiculous! If someone told me in advance that I would need a massive 10.5 Wide, I would never have believed it. They make my feet look huge, but my feet do not feel constricted, and I have a thumb's width between the tip of my big toe and the tip end of the shoe, so the 10.5 Wide must be the correct fit. "Shocked" does not even begin to describe how I feel.....
As you well know from buying clothing (not just shoes), sizing varies hugely between brands and that difference is even bigger between different items (dress shoes to athletic shoes). Your size of 10.5 wide means nothing other than you weren't used to hearing it. I'm so glad you found a pair that fit comfortably, as that's the one thing that will keep you using them!
What are you doing to be active again? Walking, runing, etc.? Good luck on the journey and I hope you're loving the shoes! The GN24 sure are comfy!
@@its_Matt_B_ I used to walk between 3 and 5 miles per day about 5 days a week at a very nice park not too far from my home, but I more or less stopped all exercise about 7 years ago after my little girl passed. I hardly went out at all, and then Covid hit in 2020, and that was one more reason to stay indoors. Any time I did go to the park with my dog to walk, it was a zoo. Suddenly, because of Covid, people were coming out of the woodwork so to speak to spend time at what used to be a pretty quiet park, so that was one more reason to stay home.
I planned to start walking more beginning last Autumn after the terrible heat and humidity of Summer had passed, but before I could follow through on that commitment to myself, I was forced to move from my 2/1 house with garage (owner turned it into an Airbnb) to a one room apartment. Now, I have no choice but to take my dog for at least 3 walks per day since we no longer have a yard, so I had to buy a new pair of shoes. Walking on concrete in my old Nimbus 10's were killing me as they are totally clapped out.
I always liked Nimbus because of the great cushioning. I have worn Asics since the 1980s. This is the first time I had to settle for a pair two whole sizes larger than my high quality dress shoes, though. There is something vaguely insulting about that! (LOL)
Traditionally, Asics run narrow and a bit short, but this is ridiculous! The 24 in 10.5 Wide look huge on my feet! I read the new 25's will not come out before late March for some reason. Each year they usually come out in January. Maybe there was still a glut of 24's on the market they hoped to shift? Anyway, I did not want to wait that long. Plus, I knew I would end up spending at least $40 more for the 25's. So, I decided to buy the 24's.
@@user-lz6dm5lk9y I’m so sorry about you losing your daughter and totally understand staying in. I’m sure life just lost its joy for such a long time!
I would say your move to a one room apartment has a silver lining; your forced dog walks are going to get you in super shape! 💪🏽
I understand it seeming insulting to go up in shoe size, but take comfort that no one but you will give your shoe size a second thought! 🤣 (at least I hope it’s comforting!)
I think you made a good call getting the 24 instead of waiting for the 25. There’s no point spending more when you don’t have to!
Keep up your activity level! 🙌🏽
@@its_Matt_B_ Thanks, Matt. 🙂
Just bought a pair of Hoka speedgoat 5, at the store they felt great. But did a 2 mile test run and felt them tight on the sides.. decided to go back and get the wide version.
Good call! Sometimes it takes running a little longer to really find out how a shoe fits!
brilliant mate!
🙌🏽 Thanks for watching!
I had a pair of cheap basketball shoes and I’m a wide feet 🦶 that shoes actually made me lose two of my toe nails after some games and I’m now looking for guide for buying a new pair of shoes advice . Thanks for your advice on the running shoes I’m also looking for new running shoes and basketball shoes
The right size shoes should save your toenails and a lot of brands offer wide versions in many models.
Never thought of buying two pairs to make sure you get the right fit and then return the pair that did not fit.. what a great idea!,
@@TuomoVauhkonenCoaching Just make sure the place you buy from offers free returns! 😉
Amazing video. And informative start to end! Thanks a lot.
Thanks so much, Sharon! 👊🏼 Having the right size shoes makes the difference in being comfortable on our runs, and if we’re comfortable we keep doing it! 💥
I swear, I was 10.5, and now I'm 11.5. I wasn't quite sure with the thumb trick, so I took out the insole and it showed I had adequate space in the 11.5. Feels a lot better too. I actually worked 10.5 for a year, not realizing it was an issue, then 11 for 6 months, felt better but gradually became painful. And now 11.5.
I'm glad to hear you figured it out! Life is better with the right size shoes! 😄
thank you Matt, this is very helpful information!
I’m so glad you found it handy! Thanks for watching! 👊🏼
thanks Matt, that was very good video indeed. appriciate it
Thanks for watching and especially for leaving a comment, Frederick! 👊🏽
Hi Matt great video! At 1:43 you are saying to leave between 1/2 and 1'' between longest toe and end of shoe. Wouldn't that make for a loose fit? 0.5 inch is one size bigger in US size while 1 inch is 2-2.5 sizes bigger in US size. Looking forward to your response!
The idea behind having your running shoes slightly longer than your longest toe is to give your feet room to move slightly in the shoe. I don't know if you've ever worn shoes where your toes touch the end, but it can lead to trauma from the repetitive movement of your toes against the front of the shoe. Think black toenails and blisters. Also, our feet can expand slightly when running. The extra room allows this without discomfort. As far as sizing goes, yes, it may very well mean buying a larger shoe. There's nothing wrong with getting a bigger shoe, especially if it leads to comfort while running, which is what we all want!
I've found different brands size differently, so it's best to try a new shoe first before committing to keeping it.
I found out I had been wearing the wrong size my whole adult life. I was at Fleet Feet and they scanned my feet and I ended up being a 9.99. I’d been wearing 9.5 and even 9 at times. No wonder I was busting holes through the mesh of my athletic shoes. Now I get 10.5 for athletic/running shoes and 10 for casual.
Ugh! That sounds uncomfortable! I’m glad to hear you got measured and won’t squish your feet any more.
This was very very very helpful. Thanks. Not a runner, but a dog walker so I’m hard on my sneakers.
I’m glad you got something from the video! It’s funny that walking is so much harder on shoes than running! They wear down so much quicker!
I love what you said about the return policy because I am like that aswell haha
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Great video ! Super informative ! :)
Cheers! Thanks for watching! 👊🏽
Running shoe manufacturers mostly get their sizing correctly. For me I rate Brooks, Asics, Saucony, Hoka at the top for great fit. Nike and Adidas sometimes is tricky with their sizing. OnCloud I find their toe boxes have a wider design.
@@CT37BN I have to size down 0.5 size in Hoka, but all the others are TTS for me. Nike and Adidas can run a little narrow.
Very useful video thanks ❤
Thanks for watching, Gareth! 👊🏽
I wear wide shoes, xx wide if available and its feels great.
Nice! It's great that so many companies offer wide versions of their shoes! 👊🏼
Hi Matt thanks for this nice vedio. This good news about fitting because I bought the brooks adrenaline 21gts and the size seem big from front I was confused about it . But now I 1m sûre that the size is correct.
Gts brooks 21 is brilliant shoes amazing. Thanks
That's good news! I'm glad they fit well!
I like at least a thumb width in my trainers. They always fit well in the heel and midfoot. However physiologically they can sometimes feel too long.
Yeah, I get this feeling of them being too long but they definitely feel the best with that much space.
@@its_Matt_B_ I think it's because I have long toes. The forefoot especially in plated trainers doesn't feel right half size lower. Just bought the Speed 4 and even though the smaller size actually fit ok the spring was under my toes rather than on the metatarsal ends. It just didn't feel right.
Thanks Matt. As a new and older runner and slowly increasing miles I just started to get hotspots on on the bottom of my left foot. Thanks for these techniques and thoughts, I will keep them in mind when buying and trying shoes.
Glad I could help! Keep up the running! You’re going to see improvements for a long time! 💪🏽
Thanks for this, super clear and helpful! Only thing is… is there such a thing as too much toe room?! Specifically length. I have wide feet and high arches (thus high instep) so it’s quite hard to find a perfect fit especially with every brand being so different. I’ve just received some Hoka trail runners and there’s a bit more than a thumb there (but I did that sitting down which as per your video is apparently not correct. But how do I do it correctly without a second person 😂)
@@CronchyMonch Yes, there can be too much room. You’re looking for a comfortable fit, without sliding around in the shoe. Have you thought about insole inserts? They could help with your arch and possibly make the fit perfect.
@@its_Matt_B_yep I have them in my normal runners which are wide fit New Balance in the same size. The wide Hoka trail runners have longer toes though for some reason. It almost seems like an entire half a size or even a whole size bigger than the New Balance for some reason. I don’t know if they did this on purpose? I could try my inserts in them and see if that changes it any. I have a feeling it might just take up more room in the shoe and make it squishier everywhere but the toe length though 😬
@ it sounds like you’re just experiencing a different brands sizing. I normally wear 13 in most shoes but I wear 12.5 in Hoka.
@@its_Matt_B_ ah okay, well, I will just have to get a 7 and see if that’s better, then return one. Frustrating! Mostly because, I tried to do it the “right way” and get fitted in store but they had no stock of the wide fit 🤦♀️ thanks for your help
Great advice, thanks 🙏
Thanks for watching, Bijit! 👊🏽
Me too have morton’s toe. Its quite annoying that we have to use the 2nd toe instead of thumb as reference all the time
Morton's toe is said to be a sign of nobility! 🤣 It's not the worst problem in the world!
very helpful; thank you very much.
Thanks for watching! I’m glad you found it useful!
Excellent video and to the point 👍
Cheers, Steven! 👊🏼
Most Valuable Info
Thanks for watching and being a part of the channel! 👊🏽
@@its_Matt_B_ if my actual foot size 7 US mens, what size u advise to wear, Matt?
@@iputuoka2707 Because shoe companies can size their shoes slightly different, it’ll be best if you can try on a couple different sizes. 7.5 may work in some, but you may be a size 8 (or even 7) in others.
@@its_Matt_B_ outside reebok, perhaps size 8 US would be fit do you think, Mate?
@@iputuoka2707 Perhaps 8 will work, but you should still get a few pairs and return what don’t fit you. For me, Reebok runs big, so I have to go down a size from what I wear in most other shoes. (I usually wear US 13, but in Reebok I wear US 12)
Thank you, saved me buying size 12 and wasting my money now I know I'm size 13
Comfort is king! Glad you went up a size!
This is great information, thank you
Thanks, David! 👊🏽
Hi
Can you do a video showing dangers of running in larger shoes. I'm not talking about blisters. I'm talking about orthopedic damage. Damage to the bones that may take years to heal
Thanks for the suggestion! I'll look into the details!👊🏽
Useful thanks. I have large feet for a woman & it means I have to verge into men’s sizes but men’s shoes are generally too wide for me so I have difficulty getting a good fit.
Sorry to hear you struggle to find a good fit! when you find what works, stick with it! 👊🏼
Get a load of this guy lads! He’s such a shoe dork! You hush your mouth you shoe nerd! Shoe loving geek! I run barefoot in the snow and my heel never slips!
🤣 Thanks for the laugh, mate!
thank you so much for this❤
Thanks for watching! I hope it helped!
Thats good advice Matt
Thank you!!!
Cheers, Paul!
Love ur tips! Thank you so much ❤
Thanks, Neasonia! 👊🏽
I just get size 12 and deal. Luckily I haven't had any issues.
I’m pretty much the same (in Reeboks), otherwise I’m reaching for a 13.😂
Thanks for the tips 👍👍
Cheers, Febryan! 👊🏽
Nice and helpful video. What is your advice in the case where one of the feet is bigger than the other? For example, the left foot is 8.5UK with a wide width and the right foot is 8UK with regular width. Is it better to go for sizes/measurements according to the bigger foot? Thanks.
Hi! Definitely cater to the bigger foot. You can always wear a thicker sock on your smaller foot. This way you'll stay comfortable, even if it's weird to put on three socks! 😁
Great video! Thanks
👊🏽 Thanks for watching!
I Always go half size up for running shoes
@@vinnymal1051 Nice! Better to have that extra room than not enough!
I'd rather go with much snugger than you described. I find many faster runners go for snug and hobby joggers talk about comfort and toe room. just my opinion and I may be full of it 😀 Liked the pulling out the insole example! Obvious but I never thought of it. Great for my wife who has big feet and tries to hide them with smaller shoes.
I don't have any experience interacting with elite runners or their personal shoe fit, so I can't really say. As 99.9% of runners are hobby joggers and podiatrists and "shoe-fit-experts" agree about shoes having a little room being the ideal, I tend to side with the majority. However I recognize the fallacy in thinking the majority are correct just because there's more of them.
With that said, you're right to go with a snugger fit if that's what works best for you! 🤷🏻♂
It's funny you say your wife is trying to hide her big feet with smaller shoes. You know what they say about birds of a feather... 🤣
@@its_Matt_B_ Great response and no anger.
@@bobkrogh1670 👊🏽 life’s to short for unreasonable anger! 🤪
I always have weird sizing with Adidas. My foot is 27cm heel to toe. On Nike, currently Pegasus 38, 10.5 US always fits me perfect. On Adidas though, wearing size 10.5 US (10 UK), while the shoe fits, it feels a bit tight on the inside. And when i tried Adidas 11 US (10.5 UK) it seems a bit bigger, i dom’t feel any tightness, bit it’ll feel there’s a little more space at the toe room tham i wanr. Currently got an RC3 Adizero sisze 10.5 US, feels a bit tight when i wear them, bit during the run it’ll feel better, but foot would sometimes feel hot
It's really a pain that all shoes aren't sized the same! How much toe space is more than you want in your Adidas? Remember our feet need room when we're running and they often expand a little on longer and/or warmer runs! More room is (generally) better than less room.
@@its_Matt_B_ 1 cm of space would be fine. Nike’s always snug fit on me. Adidas shoes, i find them narrower. I might try 10.5 UK again though.
My normal size is 47-48. I went for a size 50 for my running shoes. And they feel so good!! (Hoka one one arahi 6)
Glad to hear it! Our feet need a little room to breathe! 😃
@@its_Matt_B_are they any good? Talking about the Hoka one one Arahi 6
@@randooooooooom I haven’t run in them, but I generally love all Hoka shoes!
All good advice...Thanks Matt!!
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4:42 Hi, Matt! My feet size is 23.5 cm should I buy size 24.6 cm or 25.3 cm? Thank you!
It isn’t quite as simple as picking a size. The overall volume of the shoe must be taken into consider as well as the width of the toe box. It would be best to try on both sizes and choose the size that feels best.
@@its_Matt_B_ thank you Matt! I learned a lot! Now I'm well aware. Thank you!
Great advice 👍👏👏
Cheers, Mark! 👊🏼
Thanks Helped a Lot
Glad to hear it! Thanks for watching the video! 👊🏽
Hi, I am having shin splints on side of both legs. Although, I am not a runner. Sometimes I walk with fast pace. I fee shin pain especially walking on unbalance surface or inclining. I recently purchased a running shoe for daily walk purposes. I hope i will not get shin pain anymore.
Try to lower your activity level a bit too! You may have to let your injury heal before you can continue at the level and intensity you’re at now.
Is it thumbs width between the end of toe and the end of the inside of the toebox? Or the outside tip of the shoe?
The difference is about 3mm so nearly half a size in difference.
Generally between your toe and the inside of your shoe. Your toe doesn’t know how thick the material is. It only wants enough room to be comfortable.
My problem is that I have black nails in my 2nd to 4th toes, not in my big toe... Also in foot shape shoes like the Topo Atmos, Topo Specter and Altra Olympus 5. Those toes aren't longer than my big toe... Is easy to see that there's more room for those toes than in front of thumb toe. Larger size will fix that? My bigger foot is 27.7cm(27.5cm the other one) and I wear 11US(29cm)
@@Kalvi It sounds like you have enough room, but something else may be going on if you’re getting black toenails. It may be a good idea to see a podiatrist.
Great info! Thank you
Thanks for watching, Daniel! 👊🏼
This is so useful thank you very much ^_^.
I’m happy to hear you got some use out of this video! Thanks for watching! 👊🏽
Thank you so much❤
Cheers for watching, Sophia! 🙌🏽
I also have my foot second toe longer than the rest. Thought I was the only one.
We're an elite group of individuals! 🤙🏼
Hey Matt do you have any suggestions for heel cups/pads for heel slippage
Sorry, I haven't used any so can't make any recommendations. I did quickly look them up on Amazon and these seem inexpensive with 13,000+ ratings: amzn.to/3PHXajJ
Good luck! LMK what you find and if they work for you!
Great info
Cheers, Remy! ✌🏽
I now realisee i’ve been wearing very tight shoes. I always wanted my shoes to be tight fit like my toes touching the tip inside. Coz I always thought as time goes by the shoes will expand due to normal wear and tear.
It’s our feet that expand, not the shoes. I’m so glad you’re going to have comfortable feet! It’s going to be life-changing! 👊🏽
I had a size 10 and it was cutting into the back of my foot. Then i got 10.5 and now it feels loose af
Which brand did this happen in? Try another brand and I’m sure you’ll find something that works perfectly!
I just got the on cloud monster in 8.5W to be “comfortable” usually I’m 8W, today I got them, it feels good but the only thing is my toe. It’s almost close to the top. Should I go for 9W? Or give a chance??
If you can return the shoes without any problems, I would suggest trying the size 9. Shoes from different brands, and even within the same brand, don't always fit the same, so it's worth trying the larger size.
@ thank you for your suggestion!
I understand different brands having different sizes but what drives me insane is when the sizes vary between models or even worst from one version to the next!
I'm with you! It's simply crazy when it happens! It's probably a mistake by the manufacturer rather than the brand itself and then the brand just says, "whatever" and trys to sell the shoe anyway.
Most of the times 0,5 cm larger insole than your foot length is enough. But if you go with thick socks than you need to go with +1 cm insole.
Great tip! Thank you! 🙌🏽
So if u have a fingers widths margin when standing on the insole, its enough space? Or shiuld u have a have a thumbswidth extra when standing on the insole?