India, Oct. 30 -- I am pretty sure it is not just my Instagram feed that is filled with people running marathons, sporting number bibs pinned to their chests and trying to get that perfect race-day picture. They post Stories, clock anything from 2 km to 23 km, and document their journey to becoming their fittest selves. Whether this is a quarter-life crisis or a genuine passion for running is debatable. But one thing I do know is that if you are planning to take up running, your shoes deserve more thought than your next Instagram caption.

Because while the race-day pictures might last forever on your feed, the wrong pair of running shoes can make every kilometre feel like a struggle. Whether you are a beginner working towards your first ...