neon, pink, and comfy

On Monday I brought home another little addition-- to my running/training attire. Mom needed to get some new workout shoes and since it was rainy and nasty weather on Monday, we decided to head to Dicks.  I could love that store.  As Kyle said, "nothing get you going like new workout/running stuff."

So as mom was trying on shoes, I was sampling them along with her to help her decide.  I've been curious about these Brooks Pure Cadence for a while.  I knew they were a minimus shoe and I've always kind of stayed away from that. I'm sorry, but I just don't believe that those little 5 finger things are good for your body. I don't believe them. And I would like to keep running when I'm 50 or so.  Just my personal opinion and history with injuries...

Anyways, once I put these on, wow, I knew they were meant to be on my feet! They are the most comfortable shoes I've ever worn.  I'm a devout Brooks fan and these are just awesome!  They don't feel like the typical minimus shoe, bc Brooks is the "one brand" (according to the the Dick's girl) that kept the technical stuff in their minimus shoes (like arch supports, etc).  I don't know if that's true, but I definitely feel like my feet are still supported and not like i'm running on straight concrete.

Things I love:
The mesh in the toe area-- they breathe!
Elastic around the shoe so it feels like you don't even need to tie the laces and they fit like a glove, but no too tight
Lightweight
The neon pink color!

They made me sprint faster on Tuesday (haha) and were introduced to the streets around homewood last night.  So far I did notice a little calf burning more than usual, but nothing too bad.  I'm not sure I'll bust out 15-20 milers any time soon in them, but they are great for the shorter runs.  And in case you're wondering, the reflectors are pretty awesome too.  You can spot me on the road any day.

Thank you so much for the shoes Mom!