Good back to what worked

Hello new favorite running shoes!

I went out for a run a few weeks ago and for three days my shins were killing me! As much as I hated to admit it, my running shoes were shot. I've run in Asics for the last year, but you know what? They just didn't feel right.

I went to our local running store tonight for a new pair and I went back to my first shoes, the Brooks Adrenaline. Those beauties right up there. The running gods are with me because green is my favorite color and every other pair of Brooks Adrenalines I've ever wore were blue. Yea! I will be taking them out for their first run on Saturday. I'm actually excited about that. LOL!

The other big news is I bit the bullet and paid for a running coach, or at least someone who will write me up a training plan for the next several months. The person was recommended by a local runner and it seemed reasonable price wise. Looking forward to see what they put together and what I'll be getting myself into. More to come on this!

What running shoes do you use? What was your most recent running purchase? Are you excited for cooler weather for your runs? I AM!!!
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Running Music

I'm a runner who needs her Nano.  I really do.  I like having something to listen to while running.  I keep the volume low so I can hear what's going on around me, but I need something to help keep my mind off the fact that I'm running.  LOL!

I've used my Nano for all three of my half marathons, but I'll be honest I rarely even hear the music during the race.  I remember hearing my wedding song during Princess in February 2011 and that was after leaving the Magic Kingdom when things were kinda boring.  It made me smile.  I have no song recollection for Philly and none for Shamrock either.  I just like having it on as background music.

If you're a fan of Brooks, they generously gave a free running mix on their website yesterday.  I downloaded it and am excited to try it out.  I'm sharing because I figure if you listen to music, a new running mix is always welcome.  So, head over to Brooks to get yours!