Me... in a running shop... me!!!

[Pianism]

Well, after lots of consistent advice, I decided to go and get some proper shoes early on in my journey, rather than run in cheapies. I have to say, the experience couldn't have been nicer. No-one batted an eyelid at a fat, middle-aged man walking through the door and I got to try on various pairs and was filmed on the treadmill so we could pick the shoe with the best amount of support. The cost... eyewatering! But it's an investment in my health.

[IannodaTruffe Mentor]

If the shoes work out for you, then you will probably find the same ones at half the price online, when they need replacing.

[DiverIzzie Graduate in reply to IannodaTruffe]

Good advice! I am going for gait analysis on Thursday so will try on shoes then “go and think about it” - straight to Amazon!

[Oldfloss Administrator Graduate]

Money well spent... best asset..next to you!

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And we want to see photos of those new bad boys too. We'll done I'm sure the cost will be worth it if you achieve what you want to.

[Pianism Graduate in reply to Hidden]

Photo added It wouldn't let me the first time, for some reason.

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Looking good. ☺

[ktsok Graduate]

Ooooohhh nice 👍

[UnfitNoMore Graduate]

This is why we run slow on timed runs... the shoes last more runs then 😂

I compare the cost to other things... I pay £80 a month on TV and £200 a year on running shoes isn’t so bad when I look at it that way! Have many happy miles in them.

[Pianism Graduate in reply to UnfitNoMore]

Agreed - I'd spend nearly as much on a day out when you factor in petrol, spends and meals.

[Couchpotato2 Graduate]

Mine were expensive too but I don’t regret it and you will find it a big difference I’m sure! The price is also due perhaps to the fact that you are buying 2 right feet shoes and that must be quite rare

[Pianism Graduate in reply to Couchpotato2]

Yes, they couldn't believe it in store when I told them I had 2 right feet! Lol I got one pair with plenty of support for road running and one pair with plenty of grip for Parkrun... I almost broke my neck several times on Saturday morning!

[Couchpotato2 Graduate in reply to Pianism]

Oh now i feel inadequate with my one pair of shoes!!

Let us know how you get on with them

[Pianism Graduate in reply to Couchpotato2]

Lol... the shoes aren't going to improve my times enough for anyone to feel inadequate!

[ktsok Graduate in reply to Pianism]

I had such a shock when I wore my new shoes and realised my legs and lungs hadn’t also been upgraded 😔

[Pianism Graduate in reply to ktsok]

Drat - I was banking on a general upgrade!

[RunnerLCA Graduate]

I know what you mean, I ended up spending £120 on a pair, never thought I’d spend that on trainers but they’ve worked wonders the pain in my knee gone and my performance and speed has improved significantly in the couple of weeks I’ve had then so definitely worth every single penny! Hope you enjoy your new trainers, happy running 🏃‍♂️

[Pianism Graduate in reply to RunnerLCA]

Thank you - hopefully I'll see a similar benefit.