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At the end of the main content, you will find another compare button, with the number of selected products out of a total of three products, that opens a modal with a table to allow users to compare the selected products. 38 products Clear all This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Ghost 17 Best Seller Ghost 17 Best Seller Previous Caret left Next Caret right +16 Ghost 17 $150.00 Women's - Road Running, Walking Widths - Narrow, Medium, Wide, Extra Wide This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Ghost 17 Best Seller Ghost 17 Best Seller Previous Caret left Next Caret right +10 Ghost 17 $150.00 Men's - Road Running, Walking Widths - Narrow, Medium, Wide, Extra Wide This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Convertible 2.0 Sports Bra Best Seller Convertible 2.0 Sports Bra Best Seller Previous Caret left Next Caret right Convertible 2.0 Sports Bra $60.00 Sports bras - High Support, Personalized Fit high impact This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Spark Tight Spark Tight Previous Caret left Next Caret right Spark Tight $98.00 Women's - Breathable & comfortable, Storage options This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Trace 4 Trace 4 Previous Caret left Next Caret right +4 Trace 4 $100.00 Men's - Road Running, Walking Widths - Medium, Wide This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Journey 7" Short Journey 7" Short Previous Caret left Next Caret right Journey 7" Short $65.00 Men's - Stretch brief liner, Max range of motion This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Launch 11 New Markdown Launch 11 New Markdown Previous Caret left Next Caret right Launch 11 Original price $120.00 Current price $99.95 17% off Men's - Road Running Widths - Medium, Wide New year, new moves Small steps lead to bigger steps. Start your journey with our best running and fitness gear for beginners – featuring the all-new Launch 11. This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Activate Midweight Hoodie Activate Midweight Hoodie Previous Caret left Next Caret right Activate Midweight Hoodie $74.75 - $115.00 Women's - Warmth & breathability, Versatility This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Activate Midweight Hoodie Activate Midweight Hoodie Previous Caret left Next Caret right Activate Midweight Hoodie $115.00 Men's - Warm & breathable, Versatility This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. 3 Pocket Sports Bra Sale 3 Pocket Sports Bra Sale Previous Caret left Next Caret right 3 Pocket Sports Bra Original price $55.00 Current price $35.75 35% off Sports bras - Storage, Compression support high impact This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Trace 4 Trace 4 Previous Caret left Next Caret right +4 Trace 4 $100.00 Women's - Road Running, Walking Widths - Medium, Wide This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Ghost Lite No Show 2-Pack Best Seller Ghost Lite No Show 2-Pack Best Seller Previous Caret left Next Caret right +3 Ghost Lite No Show 2-Pack $15.00 - $24.00 Accessories - Eliminating distractions on the run, Reducing bad smells in your socks after your run Running socks Everyone starts somewhere Running is about putting one foot in front of the other. We’re here to give you a leg up on your journey. Tips for Beginners This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Chaser 5" 2-in-1 Short 2.0 Sale Chaser 5" 2-in-1 Short 2.0 Sale Previous Caret left Next Caret right Chaser 5" 2-in-1 Short 2.0 Original price $75.00 Current price $48.75 - $52.00 31-39% off Women's - Adjustable fit, Stretchy fabric This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Journey 5" Short Best Seller Journey 5" Short Best Seller Previous Caret left Next Caret right Journey 5" Short $65.00 - $70.00 Men's - Stretch brief liner, Max range of motion This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Chaser 7" Short 2.0 Sale Chaser 7" Short 2.0 Sale Previous Caret left Next Caret right Chaser 7" Short 2.0 $42.25 - $65.00 Women's - Adjustable fit, Stretchy fabric Find the perfect shoe for you. Take our Shoe Finder quiz to find the best shoe for your run, in 5 minutes or less. Try Shoe Finder This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Journey 7" 2-in-1 Short Best Seller Journey 7" 2-in-1 Short Best Seller Previous Caret left Next Caret right Journey 7" 2-in-1 Short $75.00 - $80.00 Men's - Stretch boxer brief liner, Max range of motion This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Chaser 5" Short 2.0 Chaser 5" Short 2.0 Previous Caret left Next Caret right Chaser 5" Short 2.0 $42.25 - $65.00 Women's - Adjustable fit, Stretchy fabric This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Chaser 3" Short 2.0 Sale Chaser 3" Short 2.0 Sale Previous Caret left Next Caret right Chaser 3" Short 2.0 $42.25 - $65.00 Women's - Adjustable fit, Stretchy fabric This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Journey Hat Best Seller Journey Hat Best Seller Previous Caret left Next Caret right Journey Hat $32.00 Accessories - Runs of any length, Sunny runs Running accessories This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Atmosphere Singlet 3.0 Atmosphere Singlet 3.0 Previous Caret left Next Caret right +1 Atmosphere Singlet 3.0 $40.00 - $45.00 Men's - Sweat-wicking, Sun protection This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Breakaway 3" Short Sale Breakaway 3" Short Sale Previous Caret left Next Caret right Breakaway 3" Short Original price $60.00 Current price $39.00 35% off Men's - Freedom to move, Breathable comfort This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Sprint Free Short Sleeve 3.0 Sprint Free Short Sleeve 3.0 Previous Caret left Next Caret right Sprint Free Short Sleeve 3.0 $45.00 Women's - Lightweight breathability, Performance-driven fit This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Atmosphere Short Sleeve 3.0 Atmosphere Short Sleeve 3.0 Previous Caret left Next Caret right Atmosphere Short Sleeve 3.0 $45.00 - $50.00 Men's - Sweat-wicking, Sun protection This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Breakaway 2.5" Short Sale Breakaway 2.5" Short Sale Previous Caret left Next Caret right Breakaway 2.5" Short Original price $60.00 Current price $39.00 35% off Women's - Freedom to move, Breathable comfort This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Sprint Free Tank 3.0 Sprint Free Tank 3.0 Previous Caret left Next Caret right Sprint Free Tank 3.0 $40.00 Women's - Lightweight breathability, Performance-driven fit This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Lightweight Packable Hat 2.0 Lightweight Packable Hat 2.0 Previous Caret left Next Caret right Lightweight Packable Hat 2.0 $34.00 Accessories - Variable conditions where you want to easily store and easily deploy hat, Outdoor running in sun and rain Running accessories This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Ghost Lite Crew 2-Pack Ghost Lite Crew 2-Pack Previous Caret left Next Caret right Ghost Lite Crew 2-Pack $24.00 Accessories - Eliminating distractions on the run, Reducing bad smells in your socks after your run Running socks This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Spark 5" Short Tight Sale Spark 5" Short Tight Sale Previous Caret left Next Caret right Spark 5" Short Tight Original price $66.00 Current price $42.90 35% off Women's - Breathable & comfortable, Storage options This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Source 9" Short Tight Best Seller Source 9" Short Tight Best Seller Previous Caret left Next Caret right Source 9" Short Tight $54.00 Men's - Sleek design, Storage options This is a carousel. Use next and previous buttons to navigate. Luxe Short Sleeve Best Seller Luxe Short Sleeve Best Seller Previous Caret left Next Caret right Luxe Short Sleeve $50.00 Men's - Super soft & breathable, Run-ready fit Ready, set, go with Brooks running gear for beginners Whether trail running or jogging down city streets, Brooks Running will help you start off on the right foot with gear you can wear again and again as you level up your run. How to choose running shoes for beginners Here’s what you need to think about when looking for your first pair of running shoes: 1. Consider your feet and joints. Neutral shoes like the Glycerin 22 or Glycerin Max are usually flexible cushioned, and are often recommended for people with strong arches, ankles, and knees. Support shoes offer more reinforcement to keep your arches and joints comfortable. Shoes like the Adrenaline GTS for women and men are a good choice if this matches your needs. 2. Where will you run? Road shoes have flat soles and are best for running in the gym or on pavement. The soles of trail shoes are thicker and offer more traction, ideal for running on uneven surfaces. You can spot the differences when comparing a road-running shoe like the Ghost to trail shoes. 3. How do they feel? Your comfort is key when buying running shoes. A new pair shouldn’t feel too loose or too tight. Avoid shoes that poke into your ankle or cause other discomfort. Ideally, there’s about a thumb’s-width of space between your toes and the front of the shoe and you can wiggle and spread your toes easily. Your running shoe size may not be the same as your day-to-day shoes. Get more tips on how running shoes should fit. Choosing the best running clothes for beginners You might be surprised to read that the clothing you wear while running is nearly as important as your shoes. A good run will have you building up a sweat while shirts, pants, or shorts rub against your body with each stride. The wrong fit or material can make for an uncomfortable experience. Whether you need running shirts for men or sports bras, you’ll find the best running clothes for beginners at Brooks Running. Stay warm with a vest, jacket, or hoodie. Cool off in a comfortable, lightweight pair of men’s or women’s running shorts. From running shoes for beginners to the best gear, start your journey strong with the essentials from Brooks Running. Tips & advice for new runners If you’re looking for additional resources to help you hit the track or trail, explore our blog. Or if you want some guidance on finding the best running shoes for beginners, explore the Shoe Finder, or pop into your local running store for some fit help! Close Please select at least two products to compare. Compare ( / ) Close Thanks for signing up! 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