Comments on: Manolo the Columnist http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/ Manolo Loves the Shoes! Sun, 20 Jul 2008 11:57:40 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5 By: dgm http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-566044 dgm Tue, 01 Jan 2008 01:29:50 +0000 http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-566044 Blondiebmbo and lindylady1 are spot on, especially if the Claire plans to incorporate any jogging or other high-impact cardio activity into her routine. One would be a fool to purchase shoes for such occasion on anyone's recommendation but a specialist at a running store (I'm not talking Lady Footlocker--go to a store that specializes in running shoes). As Lindylady1 notes, anyone who will sell you shoes without having you run in several pairs while they look on is not really serious about selling you the right shoes for your size and needs. This can lead to foot, back, knee, hip, ankle, etc problems and will provide you with an excuse to give up jogging, among other things. I've been running for over 20 years and have been through New Balances, Nikes, and Sauconys before I discovered that my feets were made for Asics. Blondiebmbo and lindylady1 are spot on, especially if the Claire plans to incorporate any jogging or other high-impact cardio activity into her routine. One would be a fool to purchase shoes for such occasion on anyone’s recommendation but a specialist at a running store (I’m not talking Lady Footlocker–go to a store that specializes in running shoes).

As Lindylady1 notes, anyone who will sell you shoes without having you run in several pairs while they look on is not really serious about selling you the right shoes for your size and needs. This can lead to foot, back, knee, hip, ankle, etc problems and will provide you with an excuse to give up jogging, among other things. I’ve been running for over 20 years and have been through New Balances, Nikes, and Sauconys before I discovered that my feets were made for Asics.

]]> By: lindylady1 http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-566020 lindylady1 Sun, 30 Dec 2007 23:26:19 +0000 http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-566020 Ditto what blondiebmbo said. New Balance shoes are great but one brand/model does not fit all. You may pronate or supinate and need a motion control shoe. Or have high rigid arches and need more cushioning, etc. etc. Go to a store have them look at your feet and the wear pattern on a current pair of shoes. Try on several pairs and go for a test jog up and down in front of the store. If a store does not let you do this, they're not serious about selling you the right pair of shoes. The right shoes will make the difference between running being a superfantastic experience vs. one that is possibly painful. Ditto what blondiebmbo said. New Balance shoes are great but one brand/model does not fit all. You may pronate or supinate and need a motion control shoe. Or have high rigid arches and need more cushioning, etc. etc. Go to a store have them look at your feet and the wear pattern on a current pair of shoes. Try on several pairs and go for a test jog up and down in front of the store. If a store does not let you do this, they’re not serious about selling you the right pair of shoes. The right shoes will make the difference between running being a superfantastic experience vs. one that is possibly painful.

]]> By: deja pseu http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-566013 deja pseu Sun, 30 Dec 2007 02:50:35 +0000 http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-566013 <i>Make the world more super fantastic.</i> Hear, hear!! Make the world more super fantastic.

Hear, hear!!

]]> By: Bridey http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-566010 Bridey Sat, 29 Dec 2007 21:37:47 +0000 http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-566010 I've been a Reebok wearer for years, but all this praise will make me consider NB next time the sneakers need replacing (soon). On the other recommendations, sometimes I think the Manolo is the spiritual heir to the wonderful Judith Martin (a.k.a. Miss Manners). I’ve been a Reebok wearer for years, but all this praise will make me consider NB next time the sneakers need replacing (soon).

On the other recommendations, sometimes I think the Manolo is the spiritual heir to the wonderful Judith Martin (a.k.a. Miss Manners).

]]> By: blondiebimbo http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-565983 blondiebimbo Sat, 29 Dec 2007 04:47:05 +0000 http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-565983 Go to a non-chain running store and get properly fitted. Later in the afternoon, your feet are more swollen so your fit will be more accurate. Once you find a pair of shoes, it is okay to buy them online, etc. (I buy my nike air pegasus in bulk it seems...) to get a better deal, but it's worth it to have someone who knows feet pick your first pair. Also, invest in a GOOD sportsbra. Endorphins are indeed super fantastic, (and they will make you FEEL more super fantastic!) but not as super fantastic as the manolo :-) Go to a non-chain running store and get properly fitted. Later in the afternoon, your feet are more swollen so your fit will be more accurate. Once you find a pair of shoes, it is okay to buy them online, etc. (I buy my nike air pegasus in bulk it seems…) to get a better deal, but it’s worth it to have someone who knows feet pick your first pair.

Also, invest in a GOOD sportsbra.

Endorphins are indeed super fantastic, (and they will make you FEEL more super fantastic!) but not as super fantastic as the manolo :-)

]]> By: Jen C http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-565978 Jen C Fri, 28 Dec 2007 19:28:56 +0000 http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-565978 I love the Manolo's resolution. I may have to adopt it as my own. I must concur with daisyj. Socks are very important. I like Wrights Running socks - even when I'm not running. And I almost never run. I love the Manolo’s resolution. I may have to adopt it as my own.

I must concur with daisyj. Socks are very important. I like Wrights Running socks - even when I’m not running. And I almost never run.

]]> By: daisyj. http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-565974 daisyj. Fri, 28 Dec 2007 18:19:35 +0000 http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-565974 With all this praise, I may have to try the New Balance the next time my running shoes wear out. Though I must say, I've been quite happy with my Sauconys, even if I'm not entirely sure how to pronounce them. By the way, do not overlook the importance of good socks for running. I'm particularly partial to the ones by Smartwool, though I'm sure there are others that do as well in the cushioning-and-not-rubbing department. With all this praise, I may have to try the New Balance the next time my running shoes wear out. Though I must say, I’ve been quite happy with my Sauconys, even if I’m not entirely sure how to pronounce them.

By the way, do not overlook the importance of good socks for running. I’m particularly partial to the ones by Smartwool, though I’m sure there are others that do as well in the cushioning-and-not-rubbing department.

]]> By: jj http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-565973 jj Fri, 28 Dec 2007 17:24:47 +0000 http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-565973 New Balance are excellent all purpose workout shoes and are thankfully availible in a broad variety of widths to suit nearly everyone. Not something I can say about many of their competitors with larger advertising budgets. The jj has however had success with the new year's resolutions in the past. The key involves viewing them as exercises in discipline and consistency, rather than a test of one's moral fiber. One practices at them rather than succeeding or failing. New Balance are excellent all purpose workout shoes and are thankfully availible in a broad variety of widths to suit nearly everyone. Not something I can say about many of their competitors with larger advertising budgets.

The jj has however had success with the new year’s resolutions in the past. The key involves viewing them as exercises in discipline and consistency, rather than a test of one’s moral fiber. One practices at them rather than succeeding or failing.

]]> By: Rachel of Cyberia http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-565971 Rachel of Cyberia Fri, 28 Dec 2007 17:00:38 +0000 http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-565971 "Resist the urge to use your walking stick to pummel rude people who talk loudly on cell phones." That's going to be tough. My walking stick was specially made for pummeling. “Resist the urge to use your walking stick to pummel rude people who talk loudly on cell phones.”

That’s going to be tough. My walking stick was specially made for pummeling.

]]> By: Noga http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-565967 Noga Fri, 28 Dec 2007 16:19:12 +0000 http://shoeblogs.com/2007/12/28/manolo-the-columnist-112/#comment-565967 "Be kinder to strangers you meet on the street. Tip waitresses generously. Smile at small children and dogs, even when they are naughty. Have the kind word for shop girls and cab drivers. Engage random strangers in pleasant conversations about growing flowers, and your last trip to the circus. Resist the urge to use your walking stick to pummel rude people who talk loudly on cell phones." In short, be generous, don't be a jerk. As good an advice as any, for the new year, or even for the end of the year. The very best wishes to you, gentle Manolo! “Be kinder to strangers you meet on the street. Tip waitresses generously. Smile at small children and dogs, even when they are naughty. Have the kind word for shop girls and cab drivers. Engage random strangers in pleasant conversations about growing flowers, and your last trip to the circus. Resist the urge to use your walking stick to pummel rude people who talk loudly on cell phones.”

In short, be generous, don’t be a jerk. As good an advice as any, for the new year, or even for the end of the year.

The very best wishes to you, gentle Manolo!

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