Im going to start doing some long distance running, so I bought a new pair of running shoes. Is it okay to use them without the insoles that are inside or is it reccommended that I keep them in? The shoes feel a bit tight with them in right now but Im not sure if I should keep them and let the shoe stretch out abit.

i believe that much of the support of a shoe is actually in the innersole... thats not to say that you shouldnt take it out if they are a little tight, just that is may impact the effectiveness of the shoe and its original design.

Just wear them walking for a day or so and theyll stretch nicely :)

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