Be still my heart

I took a quick break from work today to venture over to the new REI in soho to inquire about returning a pair of winter boots which unfortunately made my feet very unhappy.  (Side note: REI has a fantastic return policy for members. I recommend signing up!) Anyway, I was trying on a few different pair of boots and from across the shoe wall a pair of gorgeous Brooks running shoes caught my eye.  I originally thought they were racing flats, but as I examined them they seemed to have way more stability than a racing flat and are marketed for training. Now, I've been out of the running gear loop for a while, but I'm well aware of the bare foot running craze and the tragic aftermath of everyone showing off their ten toes.  The shoes were the Brooks pureflow and they not only made my heart skip a beat but made my feet feel absolutely AMAZING (esp. considering #myworkshoesareunkind).

Brooks New PureProject - PureFlow

Here's how they are described on the Brooks site, "Experience a joy ride for the senses when lightweight design meets killer comfort in the PureFlow. For runners who love the feel of free feet but count on cushion to go the distance, this shoe strikes the perfect balance. Breathable on top, flexible underneath, and altogether awesome looking." I don't know enough about the pureflow to judge how they would hold up over the long haul, but yes, they do look awesome.  I like where Brooks is going with the whole PureProject.  I'm definitely looking into this more, and I would love to hear from anyone who is training in them, I would love to know what they think.

Run Happy, my friends!

Got Sole?

As you know by now, I like talking about shoes! Running shoes especially. There's an over abundance of discount shoe websites out there, but here are a few that I wasn't previously aware of offered by runtheplanet.com .

And for all my fellow ASICS fans, REI is having a sale for 30% off on ASICS until May 11th.

So, if you know what your feet like and you plan to stick to it, then save yourself a few dollars and stock up!

Also, if you have any new shoes that you've recently trialed and LOVE, let me know! I like to hear what other people are "treading it up" in out there!

Hey Mikey! (S)he Likes It! - Triax and Training Update

Nike Structure Triax Update - Week 1
So, it was a bit of a bumpy start and I still think the shoes are a bit snug, but with the addition of new (longer) laces and just the normal breaking in of a new shoe, I have to say, so far so good. It's amazing what a difference changing your laces or the how you're tying your laces can make. And so, I'm diggin' the new shoes.



Week#3 Training Schedule -(March 3 - March 9):
Monday: 3miles
Tuesday: PM: RUNNYC 6-7m- 4 X 20 sec striders
Wednesday: AM: 5miles
Thursday: PM: 6miles (tempo- tbd)
Friday: AM: 90min -YOGA, PM: Women's self defense/cardiokickbox class-55mins
Saturday: 5.5 miles, 4 X 20 sec striders OR cycling session at City Coach
Sunday: 8miles
Goal Totals: 35 miles + 90min - YOGA + 55min kickboxing (+ cycling)