Workout in awesome shoes

Ozzy guarding my favorite shoes.

If you're going to workout, you should do it in shoes you love. Get a pair in crazy colors—something that makes you happy to work out in.

These Asics might be my favorite pair ever (though a pair of Addidas from high school cross country might be my first love.) I saw a girl at the gym wear a pink pair and wanted them instantly. I found the purple version of these shoes at a nearby sporting goods store and didn't like the price ($$$$$). So I tracked the price on Amazon before I finally got them at a lower price. And I'm so glad I did.

These shoes make me smile. I get compliments every time I wear them. And despite being purple, I swear they go with everything! I'd get a few more pair if I could.

I got these shoes after spraining my ankle. I couldn't jump and if I had to do circuit training (instead of jumping), I wanted cute shoes. I hadn't bought a new pair of running shoes since 2010 since I never really ran or worked out. While I don't really run anymore, I like the way running shoes feel on my feet. They're light and snug. And I don't do enough jumping in circuit training to warrant cross trainers (which I really don't find as cute.)

My husband then decided he needed new running shoes too, so it was contagious apparently. (Ozzy would also like a new pair of shoes.) 

So, get shoes in your favorite color. Something that fits your foot. If you're a runner, go get a fancy stride analysis done. 

I know that some brands work better for my foot than others. In high school, I swore by Nike's. Now, their styling seems boxy and the colors aren't too my taste. New Balance was all the rage when I was in college, but their shoes are too wide for my feet. I've bought several pairs over the years and never loved any of them. They go unworn and I give them to my sisters or the donation bin years later. I'm digging the current Asics styles. I love all the bright colors. 

If you can, try on the shoes in the store. I'd warn that mall stores tend to have lesser quality, cheaper made shoes (I.e. J.C.Penney where I worked for years) as these stores have almost last pick in athletic styles. Go to a big super store or a little mom and pop shop. 

The best prices, however, are going to be online.

I adore the search feature at 6pm.com. You can search for yellow cross trainers in a size 8. You can view all Women's Brooks shoes. It's just wonderful.   

Happy shopping! 

(Note to nerdy girls. NEVER EVER EVER workout in Converse. Just don't do it.)