1000 Mile Shoes

I was skeptical when Michael said it was probably time for me to get new running shoes. My pair looked fine and not worn out at all to me. But, I referred to my Idiot's Guide to Running Injury Free, which confirmed that running shoes only have a lifespan of about 250 to 500 miles. Even if shoes look okay from the outside, the inside support could be worn down, is what the book said (though a part of me feels like the shoe companies and the running guide companies are in cahoots with each other). I calculated how much I must have traveled in mine. It turned out to be closer to 1000 miles! It seemed impossible, but I rechecked my math and it was totally possible. Scott was surprised too when I told him. He said I could have run to Colorado.

I really like the Asics I have, so I ordered one pair of the Kayano 14 online and asked Sports Basement Potrero Hill to hold the only pair they had left for me. I would come by later to pick them up. So, now, I have two pairs of the same shoe at home (but in different colors, so I can now coordinate my outfits!) and another pair on its way to me. I'm going to keep one pair in my car.