It's time for me to replace my Saucony Progrid Ride 3 running shoes. I figure I have about 400 miles on them and according to most "experts", that's right around the number of miles you should expect from a running shoe. Continuing to wear running shoes after they have started to wear out and break down is simply asking for an injury.
(Don't ya just love the pretty pink laces I put in them?!)
I'm considering getting a brand new pair of the exact same shoe simply because I love them so much. Part of the love is because they have been a great shoe for me and have provided miles of comfort, support, cushioning, and stability. But I have to admit that a good part of that love is because of where they've gotten me.
Those Saucony's have taken me from a walker to a jogger to a runner. They've taken me along sidewalks, roads, dirt paths, hills, and around and around the track at the local junior high school. And they've gotten me through a couple 5k's, one 10k and most importantly, to the finish of my FIRST HALF MARATHON.
I would definitely consider donating them to a worthy charity if I didn't love them so much. But since I do have such strong feelings for them, I will instead give them a place on honor on the top shelf in my closet. I won't be giving such special attention to all my running shoes when I retire them, just these......the first pair that helped make me a runner.
Can we have a moment of silence please......................
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