If your ankles are loose or weak or you tend to twist your ankle often, it might be a good idea to get shoes with good ankle support. I do this anyways with aerobic shoes because when I'm dancing around everywhere, it's nice to get that support.
Now if you're interested in running and want to actually improve your ankle stability, then you might try walking or jogging on uneven ground like a flat grassy area. Even flat grassy areas are uneven enough to strengthen the little support muscles around your ankles. It doesn't take long for those muscles to get stronger and then you can move onto other surfaces. The nice thing about running around tracks, they are usually made from very cushiony materials which saves wear and tear on you joints.
The most important thing about running is stretching. Stretch before your run and stretch after your run. Stretch your calves, stretch your thighs, stretch your lower back, and even stretch your arms. Stretching helps you keep your full range of motion, which in turn helps your running form and keeps you from getting injured.
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