Type 1 and appropriate shoes !!!

Unfortunately, Puma is more of a fashion brand and not particularly respected when it comes to running shoes.

I have to buy 3E-4E width (H for those of you in the UK) shoes so I understand the struggle of finding shoes that fit.

As far as what kinds of shoes are best for walking and running? My answer would be different depending on if we were talking about walking, short distance running, or long distance running (10km+). I own about 15 pairs of running shoes and each with different purposes.

First and foremost, get a shoe that fits. Men's shoes are wider than women's. They do make wide width women's shoes, but the selection is often limited. I buy my running shoes a size larger because I don't want my toes hitting the tip of my shoe. That leads to blisters and leg pain over time.

Second, don't buy cheap quality shoes. A shoe that retails for 50gbp is probably much lower quality than a shoe that retails for 100gbp but is marked down because it's an older model. I always buy older models because the quality is unchanged (only the cosmetics), but the price is usually 50%+ cheaper.

Third, good support and the weight of the shoe are issues if you plan to run longer distance. For example, my Mizuno Wave Inspires are great up until about 6-8 miles and then they start to weigh me down.

Last, a lot of it is personal preference. Many people buy different brands and models of shoes until they find the one they like. After that you just need to replace them when they wear out,

I can't answer particularly for the swelling side of things but for running my advice is to go in store to a running specialist and they will have you run on a treadmill and video your movements.

In turn they will try you in different shoes and again record movement this finding your perfect running shoes, I run a lot and I would say I buy a new pair every couple of months... I would never buy a pair without their expert advice it's priceless in my eyes...

Sweatshop is where I go in the uk

Hope you find a good fit soon good luck

I have new balance and sketchers, I also use gel filled insoles (happy feet) so usually go a size bigger. I think it is very personal decision though

I have the opposite problem - my feet are very small, and I have to shop in the kids section! Saves on the VAT, I suppose

I run quite a bit, and used to get issues with my feet swelling, hurting, being covered in blisters, generally hurting, and so on. I went to a specialist running shop and had a GAIT analysis. It wasn't cheap but 110% worth it! They looked at the arches on my feet, how I was 'taking off' and 'landing', and more. They then recommended some shoes to me, and offered to custom make some for me. I went for both. Custom made for running, and recommended trainers for walking or general gym. It really helped. As I said, it cost a fair bit but the pains have gone and I can run further thanks to the new shoes.

Doesn't help so much with everyday shoes, I know! I tend to just find something that is comfortable and stick to them. Of course, I do, like many women, have one or four pairs of shoes that are hideously uncomfortable but they have to come out for special occasions

Em

I love Clark's shoes for day to day wear. Also like everlast sports direct trainers, cotton traders walking boots, ariat horse riding boots and black rock steel toe caps.

Hi. Yes, make sure you have adequate width for your feet. Clarks in the UK do that and you can get them with ASICS and some other brands. I have some 2E ASICS I bought in the USA which are wider. Yes, go for a larger size if it still fits sensibly and doesn't slop. Shop in the Afternoon when your feet will have swollen a bit. Go to a good mountaineering shop or similar. Avoid the shops selling 'life-style' trainers with extra young sales people and loud pop music.

if you have larger feet u could look for one of the firms that specialise in larger sizes, there are a number of them if you google - eg. after8shoes, etc