I’m a runner. Or at least I have been in the past and want to start up again. But I’m in desperate need of a good pair of running shoes. I’ve been running on the same pair for almost 3 years. So gratefully, Get Fit in Utah invited me to come in and check out their shop, finding the right pair of running shoes for me.
As I run (okay… walk/jog), do aerobics, and hope to run a race or two next year, I need to find the best style of shoe for me. Brian, the owner of Get Fit, answered all my questions. We started out with a Thermal Foot Scan. This helps to see what the bottom of the foot is like: is it arched, flat, neutral. Turns out I have pretty neutral feet, but I learned that no two people are the same. There’s all kinds feet and all kinds of shoes to support those feet. They did a fantastic job making sure I left with the perfect shoes for me.
“Get Fit Athletic Wear specializes in the latest running, cross training and trail shoes from the industry leaders. Our state of the art store is equipped with technology that allows the fitness specialists to analyze your specific arch type, gait, and movements when you walk or run. Based on the analysis, the specialist will offer you a variety of shoes to fit your personal characteristics and taste in design. You will have a chance to try out your choice of shoe on an in-store treadmill before you make your purchase. We won’t let you invest in a pair of shoes unless they are “fit” for you in the best sense of the word.”
I tried on about 8 pairs of shoes. Even the same brands had different types of shoes. I thought I’d leave there with Nike or Asics, but I left with a shoe that I’d never heard of before called Saucony. Turns out they’ve been around for years and are regarded as a fabulous running shoe. I love them. They fit my workout style perfectly. I even got to test my stride in these new shoes with their “treadmill cam”. I walked the treadmill and could see what my feet were doing on the TV in front of me, making sure they had enough support.
Here are my new babies! My old shoes were sad sad sad! I didn’t really know how bad I needed new shoes. So thanks to Brian at Get Fit for making sure I had the right pair for me. Hood to Coast 2010, here I come!
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Saucony’s are the BEST. I just got a new pair from my local running shoe store, On The Run. I need a large toe box and they always fit the bill. I’ve been wear Saucony for probably 10-12 yrs. You are going to really LOVE your shoes.
My friends and I were talking about “shoes” as we ran this morning! A good pair of shoes will make all the difference. In the beginning you hate to spend $100 on shoes, but after you run and feel good the money is sooo worth it! Happy Running!!
Sandy – Good to know. So far I love them. I took them to Disneyland and they were great walking shoes!
Lisanne – It is so true. Running shoes are a lot of money, but there’s all those tweaks in them to help support the feet. So worth it.
My husband and I own about 40 pairs of Sauconys, we love them!
Saucony Jazz are my favorites, they aren’t necessarily the best running shoe but they are great for everyday. They come in lots of colors and are super comfortable.
DeeDee – I love it! Part of it for me is the look too. They have to be comfortable, but I don’t think I could wear an all blue shoe. It’s just not me.
So question for everyone:
Is the color/style of the running shoe important to you OR just comfort?
Marie! I am dying to get back in shape and shed my baby weight. If you happen to need an extra runner for HTC or if you are doing WB, let me know. I would LOVE to be on your team!
Oh Marie, that is AWESOME!!! I am always so unsure about new tennis shoes. I never know what to get or even what I am looking for. I am trying really hard to lose weight and to be healthier and am in desperate need of shoes for this journey. I may have to make the trek down that way to find some shoes!
My husband just ran hood to coast and I was so sad I wasn’t invited. I’m so happy you get to do it next year. I’m going to have to try to see if I can put a team together. Good luck and happy running.
Oh how I wished that I lived closer….I would go there TODAY!!! I have been running on the same shoes for 4 years and they are so sad! I have super high arches and can never find the right pair….this morning on my run, my feet started going numb after only one mile and I have to really focus on running on the outside of my foot!!
Get Fit….open a store in St. George!!! (I don’t live there, but I visit often!)
I need to do this! How cool that they helped you so much. Hood to Coast!
Hooray! Nothing like a new pair of running shoes!! I also wear saucony’s and swear by them!
I just bought a pair of Mizunos. I have to wear a stability shoe and they are usually not an attractive shoe. The Mizunos are cute! So looks definitely count for me, but these were also the most comfortable.
How fun! I too wear Saucony running shoes AND I just finished H2C up here in Oregon. Good luck!
P.S. Please don’t go another three years before you buy another pair of running shoes – LOL. It really does make a difference in keeping healthy.
I am running something similiar to Hood to Coast in a couple of weeks called the Bourbon Chase. It is through the winding hills of KY. I have never been a runner so this is the first for me. I will let you know how it goes. I have Nike Pegasus with the Nike Plus sensor of course…I couldn’t run without it.
Getting fitted for running shoes was one of the best things you can do. I used to have problems with numbness in my toes. Since I got custom fitted, I haven’t had that problem since.
Paying a little more for shoes if worth it too.
That is awesome! I just started running (I am training for a 5k with a friend) and probably need to get some good shoes like that. I’ll have to find out if there is a “GET FIT” in my neighborhood!
Thanks for sharing your experience:)
Pauline
For some really great info on running gear in practice, check out this blog: http://www.emergingrunner.com/ there’s so much good information there & he shares real experience. It really helps & I find good motivation there, too. Good luck!