Review: Brooks Glycerin 9

I went to Infinity Sports House(Level 4), The Mines, Seri Kembangan last Wednesday. Don't go looking for the directory because somehow they are hopeless (except for the directory on the 4th floor)

Summary of my visit, running shoes available - I tried on Asics Gel Nimbus, Nike Pegasus, Brooks Glycerin 9 and a few others. If this is a blind date, Brooks gave a really good first impression.

But I didn't buy the shoes at the Mines (which made all the above information seemed insignificant and pointless, haha!). Anyway, went back to Ipoh and bought Brooks Glycerin at Jusco for MYR399 (after discount).

My opinion / review on Brooks Glycerin:

• very comfortable, cushy feeling
• would be helpful if they are lighter
• performance wise; I don't know why, I get tired easily with Brooks (probably the weight)

I tried running on barefoot, in terms of distance, I could run further and I don't get tired easily.
I tried on all other shoes I have; Reebok classic, Puma, Adidas, Brooks and also tried running on barefoot. Whenever I reach the 3 km mark, my right foot (big toe area) hurts. I am guessing it must be the way I run or maybe my right foot is not built to run (sob sob..) Will have to see a doctor or physiotherapist or specialist to get a proper diagnosis / advice.
Wish me luck on training for the Energizer Night Race.

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Training for Half Marathon

The Energizer Night Race 2012 would be my first half marathon ever!

I have registered for the 15.5km category. I know it isn't exactly a half marathon but close enough (I think).

Yesterday I went for 7km run. It was a challenge.
The game plan is to gradually add the distance (good luck!)

CHECKLIST:

New pair of running shoes (X)
Remember the Adizero?
Update 17/03/2012: I bought a new pair of Brooks Glycerine.

Training schedule (X)
Good news is; I do have a training schedule.
This week, I am planning to reach the 7km and 9km mark.
Maybe go for 3 runs in a week.
Less training, more distance.
At the end of the training, hopefully I can run for 15.5km without passing out.

Home made organic isotonic drink (X)
Found a great recipe that I'm gonna try this week.
Will only share here once proven they are good (and most importantly, not hazardous! Haha).
Update: tried the recipe, not working out. I guess I should continue with 100plus.

Waistbelt (for Hydration pack)
This is expensive (so I heard)
Don't even know where to buy this here.
Still contemplating but keeping it in my checklist just in case.
Thinking of a custom made hydration pack.

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