Something old, something new .......

[JonathanP]

I recently posted about a problem with my foot which has turned out to be arthritis in one of my toes - oh the pleasures of getting older! I had planned to treat myself to some new shoes for my recent birthday, but the lockdown had put paid to any thoughts of going into our local specialist shop Alexandra Sports and choosing some.

I don't believe that the state of my shoes was making a significant difference to my toe problem, but decided that I couldn't wait any longer - as demonstrated by the picture! Yes I am definitely a heel striker and had already had my trusty Saucony Omni 16s reheeled (originally purchased prior to c25k nearly 2 years ago!), but as you can see, the time had come to retire them to the great shoe cupboard in the sky!

So I resorted to emailing the shop, who advised that although the 16s are no longer available, the updated Omni Isos would be a suitable replacement - hence ordered and swiftly received (I like the yellow soles). They get their first outing for my virtual parkrun tomorrow - wish me luck!😀

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate10]

Good nice new shoes for you, enjoy your virtual 5K parkrun tomorrow morning running in them. 😊 🏃🏾

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to AlMorr]

Thanks Alan - hope you enjoy yours too !👍

[AlMorr Ambassador Graduate10 in reply to JonathanP]

👍

[grumpyoldgirl]

Definitely the time has come JP!! At least you can do a like for (almost) like upgrade, and treat us all to the new shoe pic. They've been few and far between lately 🤔

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to grumpyoldgirl]

Yes, they have earned their rest!

[Grannyhugs Graduate10]

Enjoy - looks like they are well overdue a retirement. Hopefully you'll notice a big improvement. Happy running 🤗

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Grannyhugs]

Fingers crossed - let's see tomorrow!

[Dexy5 Graduate10]

You’ve managed to wear the same shoes for 2 years Jonathan? I think you may have found your answer. My first pair only lasted 9 months, and I’ve bought my 3rd pair. Are you able to run in them and return them if you don’t like them like you do in the shop?

Happy running

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Dexy5]

Hmm - I may have left my purchase longer than I should have! Yes, AS have said that their 60 day returns policy still applies.👍

[Dexy5 Graduate10 in reply to JonathanP]

Excellent

[MartinKH Graduate10]

New shoes 👟 look great, have a good virtual park run tomorrow 👍🏃‍♂️

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to MartinKH]

Thanks Martin, I certainly hope to.

[Beachcomber66 Graduate10]

Good move; not before time! My second anniversary of starting C25k is on 23 May. I have 3 pairs of shoes; two road pairs (one 2 years old, the other about 10 months) and my trails. I am going to relegate the 2 year olds to dog walks, and buy some new ones to wear week on/week off with the 10 month old pair. Is this profligacy ? I don’t care...I just wondered!

Enjoy your new shoes and stay fit JP.👍

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Beachcomber66]

Go for it BC! Not much else to spend your money on at the moment!😀

Yes I have a trail pair too which I normally use for parkrun😢

[Granspeed Graduate10]

Well they look great - love those yellow noses! Alexandra Sports is a great shop so hope the shoes work out well. Happy non-Parkrun tomorrow. I’ll look forward to the report. 😄👍

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Granspeed]

Thanks GS - I shall soon find out !

[cheekychipmunks Graduate10]

Ooo, I like those Jonathan! 😍 Did you ever imagine how exciting getting a new pair of shoes would end up being? 😄

Happy and comfy running to you. 🏃‍♂️ 🏃‍♂️

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to cheekychipmunks]

Yes, shoe shopping used to be a necessary evil - but now!😀

[SaskAlliecat Graduate10]

Nice new kicks! Enjoy your maiden run in them tomorrow!

[JonathanP Graduate10]

Thanks SAC - I'm looking forward to it !🏃

[ForbiddenPlanet Graduate10]

Hope it goes well this morning JP. 2 years is impressive, mine lasted 4 months, though they were supermarket specials.

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to ForbiddenPlanet]

Thanks FP - yes I certainly got my money's worth !

[Irishprincess Graduate10]

I hope they give you miles and miles of happiness Jonathan 🏃🙂

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Irishprincess]

Thanks IP - their first outing seems to have gone well!👍

[misswobble Graduate10]

Love a Saucony! I need some but am saving up and waiting to be let out 😁

I have had arthritis in my right great toe for years. I keep the pain under control by nothing more than a daily omega 3 fish oil capsule

I’m beginning to get a painful index finger now as well, which I have to remember to keep wiggling as I run 😃.

Have fun in your new shoes 😃👍

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to misswobble]

Yes, I've found them very supportive - but expensive!

It's the swelling that occurs after running (or any exercise) that I'm finding most uncomfortable at present, although that seems to be slowly improving .🤞

[misswobble Graduate10]

It will. We get stronger all over but if we’re new to running our bodies protest

There are bargain Saucony’s to be found. I got a pair of my fave kinvara 5’s for £28. They are an unpopular colour that’s all Check it out! 😃. Have a google

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to misswobble]

Thanks - I'm not too fussed about colour so that sounds perfect!

[Rungranny 60minGraduate]

That's the beauty of dealing with a specialist running shoe shop.

They know their stock so well and know what is right for you.

Now you can slip into those cushy new shoes and just keep running.

Enjoy.

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Rungranny]

Thanks RG - I'm looking forward to it

[over61andstilltrying Graduate10]

These are strange times and are sending us in search of different ways of doing many things. I trust that you and your shoes enjoyed your outing. 😊

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to over61andstilltrying]

Yes very enjoyable thanks over61.👍

[over61andstilltrying Graduate10 in reply to JonathanP]

Very good to 'hear' it. 😊

[Tasha99 Graduate10]

Omni 16! Now there’s a blast from the past! They were my first running shoes - the exact ones that I see you had to. I’ve had about 8 pairs since those! I liked the omni ISOs better but my tire started to cold through the top of the ISO 2 so I ended up swapping to Hoka Gaviota. Even better!

Enjoy your new shoes. 300 -500 miles or 6 months for your next pair 🤣

[JonathanP Graduate10 in reply to Tasha99]

Thanks Tasha - my toe had started to come through the top of the 16s, but I guess that's not surprising given the mileage I must have done! The shop did suggest another couple of options but I was a bit nervous without being able to try them on , so stuck with what I knew.