First Time Being Fit for a Shoe?

Footwear is arguably the most important factor when when considering a running or walking training program and a healthy concern to avoid injury and perform at your best. Specialty running and walking footwear must do 3 things well:

• Fit the contours, length and width of your foot properly.
• Support your foot appropriately in relation to your specifics needs; your individual stride, strike and gait biomechanics.
• Give you an appropriate amount of cushioning.

We are constantly wear-testing and evaluating running shoes to determine the best selection for our customers.  Only the best models find a home on our shoe wall.  We stock shoes from companies that have the highest reputations for quality and performance. We are constantly on the lookout for new brands and models that deserve the honor of a spot in our store.

There really isn't a “Best Shoe” or “Best Brand”.  Everyone has unique needs and what is best for someone else, may not be best for you.  The path to a "best" solution starts with getting fitto determine which shoes deliver what you need based on the 3 criteria stated above.

• Bring your current athletic shoes so that we can evaluate wear patterns. Also bring any orthotics or insoles you are using (or have been prescribed by a physician) so that we can assess their impact on your gait, and make sure they fit into your new shoe.

• When you come in to the store, our team will spend some time to get to know you and your needs, after which they will check out your feet and evaluate your biomechanics. After that we will take a number of foot measurements, and then present you with a shoe (plus socks and inoles if necessary) that we believe will perfectly match your biomechanical needs.

• We will then watch you run or walk in the shoe to evaluate your gait and make sure the shoe provides the appropriate support and cushioning.

• If necessary, we will show you other options and choices that would work for you, and then all that's left is for you to decide which option feels the best.

• We recommend you have at least 20 minutes available to complete the process and to ensure a proper fit.

FITLOSOPHY 101

Consumer Tip:

Don't buy your shoes and sports bra based on how they look! Focus on how they fit and work for your biomechanics.  You will be happiest if they work they way they should, keeping you injury free and comfortable for miles and miles!