This quote has nothing to do with today’s post, but I was looking for a related Gilmore Girls quote, didn’t find it, found this instead, and posted it because I love it and it applies to my life more times than not.
But anyway. Shoes. That’s what I wanted to post about.
I started wearing the Hoka One Ones after many many people raved about them. They look a bit like moon shoes:
But I’m not exactly worried about fashion when I’m running.
At first, I was undecided. My legs felt funny. My feet cramped. They just weren’t right. Then I figured out that I was pulling the laces WAY too tight. Rookie mistake. I can’t lace my shoes too tight or everything goes wrong. I have to find that perfect spot between too tight and too loose that lets me run pain free without risking blisters. Because I’ve been wearing Brooks Adrenalines for so long, finding that point takes no thought at all. It’s automatic. But the Hokas took some figuring out.
So far? I’m in love. I’m running faster because I’m not pounding so hard on my feet. This is a total change from the minimalist running theory, but I think it’s going to be what works for me. I’m not a small runner. I’m heavy, so I’m putting more pressure on my feet with each step. It only makes sense that my body would like more padding underneath, right?
I’ve only done a max of ten miles in the shoes – I’m going to wear them for my first half in two weeks, and possibly for a second half the next day (bringing the old Adrenalines too, just in case).
But so far, this new relationship is working out quite well.
This will satisfy all your GG quote needs. We love Paris! http://www.buzzfeed.com/sarahaspler/17-moments-when-paris-geller-from-gilmore-girls-f6ih
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I bought the Hoka One Ones on a whim, and ran a 10k and a half marathon in them the next day, right out of the box. I couldn’t believe that I survived that! So far I’m really liking them too, but I agree – the lacing can make/break how my feet feel when I run in them. I think I am going to lace them with normal shoe laces, and see if that helps!
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Just found your blog- love it! And I’m a devout Hoka wearer! I started training in them in October and since then have run every single race in them. I actually have three models but my favorite by far are the Stinson Tarmacs. I wouldn’t have survived my first marathon and the Dopey Challenge without them. If you watch runningwarehouse.com, they occasionally have sales or clearances of past year models 🙂
So happy they are working for you! 😀
Finding the right shoes is awesome. Glad they’re working out. Hope to see you soon!
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Love this! Finding the perfect shoe and lacing technique can be such a game changer. Those Hokas definitely look like moon shoes, but hey, comfort and performance beat style any day—especially when you’re putting in the miles. It’s awesome that you’re running faster and feeling good with more cushioning. Sometimes what works best isn’t what’s trendy or minimalist, but what suits YOUR body. Good luck on your upcoming half marathons—I’m sure those Hokas will carry you through beautifully!