Running Shoe Advice
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Running Shoes For Overpronation
Posted on March 8, 2013 by Mark
Finding the best shoes for overpronation means knowing how the biomechanics of the feet get labelled when the technology to prevent it gets inserted into a running trainer. And perhaps knowing exactly what overpronation means when it comes to running would also be of benefit to runners at this point...
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Asics Running Shoes Review
Posted on January 3, 2013 by Mark
Asics running shoes are rated pretty highly and are probably the most popular brand of running shoes in the UK, if not Europe and America too. Their massive increase in popularity and success genuinely comes from making great products. Nike will always do well with their existing presence in the...
Posted in: Better Products and Buying Guides, Personal Experience, Running Shoe Advice
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What Are Barefoot Running Shoes?
Posted on December 21, 2012 by Mark
A contradiction in terms, right? We have tried to call the shoes 'minimalist' but the category is more widely referred to as 'barefoot running shoes' and will probably remain that way with the majority of customers. A barefoot running shoe is simply one with a construction that will allow your...
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Interview With Peter Barratt from Mizuno
Posted on December 18, 2012 by Alice
I interviewed Peter Barratt about the new Mizuno Spring / Summer 2013 (SS13) range of running shoes. Peter is a running specialist, former elite athlete and works with Mizuno in SE England as a Sales Manager. He has worked with Mizuno for 13 years and has been wearing Mizuno shoes...
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Christmas Running With On - Inject a Little Fun
Posted on December 5, 2012 by Tierney Maude
As the mince pies warm in the oven and the mulled wine heats on the hob, most of us runners find our Christmas running going off-the-boil. Festive hangovers, Jack Frost, dark nights and indulgence all seem to provide too many excuses to stay under the duvet or bed-down early. Now...
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10 Laws of How to Run Better by Newton
Posted on November 20, 2012 by Mark
Taken straight from a Newton Running flyer we felt this was very appropriate and we are pleased to share with you their 10 laws of how to run better. They do assume that a pair of Newton running shoes is a prerequisite. Anyway, follow these steps: 1) Get A Proper Fit Standing...
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What Are The Best Running Shoes?
Posted on September 26, 2012 by James
What are the best running shoes?' is an often asked question and the simple answer is that there is no simple answer. It really depends on what you want from your running shoes and what surface you are running on. Traditional road running shoes offer a combination of cushioning and support...
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What Do I Need To Start Running?
Posted on September 13, 2012 by Matt
There isn’t much kit you will need realistically to answer the question of 'what do i need to start running?'. However there are a few items that are going to assist you along the way. The most obvious item is of course a pair of running shoes. These are an absolute...
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My Favourite Pair of Running Shoes
Posted on September 13, 2012 by Alice
My favourite pair of running shoes is a pair of Asics running shoes called the Gel Kayano. I have always got on well with Asics as a brand because I have quite narrow feet and the fitted shape makes my foot feel really secure and snug inside the shoe when...
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Saucony Running Shoes: The Geometry of Strong
Posted on August 3, 2012 by Mark
During 2012 Saucony have updated some of their performance running shoes (the ones we stock!) with what they are calling the 'Geometry of Strong'. Quite clearly an abstract concept and a difficult message to convey in words, so why not watch their promo video to make things a little clearer: It...
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