Since I am very
skeptical about trying new running shoes other than the brand I wear due to various injuries (I've been dancing/baton twirling/playing sports since I was
2) I decided to interview a friend at running club so you could get the scoop
on the new Mizuno
Wave Riders.
It is my pleasure to introduce you to Gloria Andia. She lives
in NYC, works in mortgage sales origination and runs about 2-3 times a week.
Running career highlights include the NYC Marathon, 2 half Marathons, a couple
of 10K’s, and a few 5K’s.
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[Mizuno sneakers and post run club treats] |
Life’s Better In Yoga Pants: Were
you skeptical about trying a different type of shoe other than your usual
brand?
Gloria: Yes, as many runners usually are. The right type of sneaker can
make or break your training.
Life’s Better In Yoga Pants: Was the fit different than what you were used to?
Gloria: It was different but a good different. It fit like a glove!
Life’s Better In Yoga Pants: Do you
feel the Mizuno Wave Riders are lighter than the average running shoe or about
the same?
Gloria: They are definitely lighter than most of the other brands I have
tried.
Life’s Better In Yoga Pants: What
was your favorite thing about the shoe?
Gloria: The arch support. I have a high arch and sometimes the shoes
don't go up high enough causing me discomfort and pain after a few miles. When doing
distance runs you need a shoe that is soft, comfortable and provides good
support for your ankles.
Life’s Better In Yoga Pants: Was
there anything about the Mizuno Wave Rider you would change?
Gloria: The only thing that bothered me was the sole on the front of the
shoe was too flexible.
Life’s Better In Yoga Pants: What is your current go-to running brand?
Gloria: Asics Gel 12! They are the best.
Life’s Better In Yoga Pants: How
often have you changed/tried different running shoe brands?
Gloria: Not often. I stick with Asics because they have worked for me for
many years, I never had a leg, or ankle or foot injury and am very careful with
the shoe I trust for running. The pressure of your entire body lies on your
feet, so they need to be perfectly protected.
Life’s Better In Yoga Pants: Would you consider switching over to Mizuno
from your current brand?
Gloria: Yes, absolutely!
Feel free to contact me with any questions regarding the sneakers and any tips for future interviews!
Xo,
Lynette