Foot Steps

I've been exercising more lately, and I've noticed that my running shoes aren't fitting so well. For some reason my right foot was feeling very cramped in a shoe that has fit me for a long time. Is this a side effect of the excess weight I'm carrying around, or just a delayed growth spurt from the two pregnancies? I don't know.


However, what I do know, is that The Three Rivers Running Company is the best place in Fort Wayne if you're looking for new athletic shoes. I stopped in over the weekend and was pleasantly surprised. They measured each foot, and, oddly enough, my right foot was a half size larger than my left. That confirms my problem, but still, what the heck is that about?


Then, they had me run on a treadmill while videotaping my gait. I felt a bit awkward at first, seeing my large ham hock calves and all, but once they told me the outcome, I felt very relieved.


Apparently my running style lacks a bit of stability, and can lead to shin splints, which I have suffered from in the past. The shoe they recommended was a balancing shoe, to provide support for my ankles. Brooks Universal Platform to be exact.


I also picked up some info on Fort4Fitness. It's a half marathon, 4 mile run/walk, Health Fair and Health Food Expo. Sounds like a goal I could achieve...especially since it's not until September 27th. I may have to walk it, but what the heck. You have to start somewhere, right?