Running Shoes

[giza]

In the typical day, I walk anywhere between 2 and 4 miles, most of it on the streets of Philadelphia, and while wearing a backpack and carrying a laptop. Several weeks ago, my feet began to start hurting a LOT. It got so bad that I had to start leaving my laptop at the office when I went home for the night, and fortunately the pain went away after about a week.

But, I was worried about what could have suddenly caused this, and what I could do to keep it from coming back. So, I did a little research into foot problems, talked to a few people, and decided that rather than wearing hiking boots all the time, that I would be better off spending money on a decent pair of walking/running shoes (aka cross-trainers) which would be better for my feet.

So, earlier today, I stopped by a local shoe store and checked out their sneakers. It was interesting for 2 reasons. First, it's the first time in about 2 years that I didn't buy my shoes online, and second, the sales staff were really nice and helpful to me. The second is a definite sign that I'm getting older. ;-)

Came back home, put on the shoes, and went for a walk. The shoes just... FEEL much better than my old hiking boots. I'm glad I bought them. And yes mach, I did pick New Balance as my brand.

Comments

[mongrelism.livejournal.com]

New Balance, wahoo! I swear by my NB's, they never fail me. When I used to live in San Francisco, they could take me on my 8-mile walks, including a couple of the worst hills in the city, without giving me problems. Comfortable shoes are a prerequisite for urban living!

New Balance

[mach.livejournal.com]

I told you those would rock. New balance doesn't go for that yippe hippe tech crap. They make good solid *light* shoes and they work great! They are THE most comfortable and best feeling shoe I've ever worn. Take good care of them!

They are expensive though no? ;-3