Whether you're a seasoned runner or a newbie looking to channel your inner marathoner (or, more accurately, 5k-er), you're in the market for new comfy sneakers.
If you were buying everyday sneaks, you could probably just go to Nordstrom or Amazon and have them shipped straight to your door. Ordering running shoes, however, takes a little more work. As in, it pays to go the extra mile (sorry) and actually measure your feet to ensure you're getting the best fit. To learn the right way to measure for sneakers, we checked in with Dr. Casey Ann Pidich, an NYC-based podiatrist.
The key, she told us, is to measure from your longest toe—which might not necessarily be the one you think. “Look down at your bare feet,” she said. “Most people think their big toe is their longest toe, but it might actually be the second toe that’s your longest.”
Next, “Measure the sneaker size from the longest toe—your first or second toe. You should have a bit of wiggle room from your longest toe—and actually all your toes—when fitting a sneaker.” Translation: Now isn't the time for vanity sizing.