Modern Athlete Magazine Issue 153 October 2022 | Page 97

RUN SPECIALIST

STEP INSIDE AND SPEAK TO OUR SPECIALISTS

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Totalsports has become the go-to store for runners . With a wide variety of running shoes and gear from all the leading brands , including our very own range of TS gear , we have everything that a runner needs , to suit every style and level of running , and every budget . And now we also have dedicated in-store run specialists to help you choose the right gear for you .

B shoe can cause you discomfort or an injury , and that the wrong apparel for your body or activity may lead to chafing . They are more than just sales reps in a sports store , they are a wealth of knowledge that can assist you in making the best purchase for your needs , whatever your running journey . uying a new pair of running shoes is about so much more than just colour and price . You need to know what you are looking for in a shoe in terms of cushioning , support , flexibility and grip , and you need to understand what the tech in a shoe can do to help you run faster or further , and importantly , to avoid discomfort or injury . That may sound a bit complicated , especially if you ’ re new to the world of running shoes , but you don ’ t need a PhD in shoe design to buy the right shoe , and the same goes for running clothing and gear . At selected Totalsports stores , we can not only offer you a free gait-analysis assessment , so that you know what type of shoe to look for , but we also have dedicated run specialists on hand to help runners get the right gear . These specialists have all attended training to understand runners ’ needs , and which products suit each style of running . This knowledge not only equips them to deal with runners entering the market for the first time , but importantly , they are also well versed in the needs of more experienced runners , too .

Our Run Specialists understand that your running style impacts your body , that wearing the incorrect type or size of running
At Totalsports we use an incredible digital platform called Yoobic Boost to keep all our staff and run specialists around the country up to date with the latest releases , tech updates and colourways , to ensure that they always offer our customers an informative shopping experience . This means that each running specialist will always know not only what the new releases are , but also the tech that is incorporated in the shoes and how it can work for you , the runner .
We are committed to offer all our running customers an in-store experience that is more than just buying some new shoes or gear . It ’ s a fully immersive experience aimed at kitting you out in the best equipment possible , not only to aid your running , but also to suit your wallet . And you ’ ll know that you received quality advice when buying these quality goods to take your running to the next level !
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