By The Mizuno Shoe Guy Let’s face it: If you’re a relatively new runner, there is so much confusing terminology and running jargon, that it can be pretty intimidating. Even buying a new pair of running shoes isn’t always easy. There are so many running shoe brands that a newbie’s head can spin. Experienced runners have a pretty…
Read MoreTraining Tools: The Wave Rider 18 – Race Team Review
By: Mizuno Race Team Member, Craig Leon I got my first pair of Wave Riders back in the fall of 2011. In the 3.5 years – and over 50 pairs of Wave Riders later – the shoe has evolved considerably. Now, I know what you’re thinking: how much can really change in 3.5 years? I could probably show you…
Read MoreShould You Wear Road Racing Shoes?
By The Mizuno Shoe Guy If you are someone who challenges themselves several times a year by entering races, you probably have asked yourself more than once: Should I wear racing shoes? It’s a good question, especially among competitive runners who want to race faster, set PRs or contend in local races. The assumption that many of…
Read MoreThe Planet Wave: How Running Defines Us
by The Mizuno Shoe Guy What was your primary reason for starting to run? Take a second to think about that as well as this: When did you begin running, what motivated you to start in the first place and why have you continued to this day. (I’ll wait.) Me? I started running as a third grader because…
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