REI to the rescue! I came here 7 weeks ago in need of running shoes. I somehow agreed to run 5k charity run and had 7 weeks to prepare.
Within 30 mins of signing up for the run, I was at the REI. Based on my previous experience, I knew I can count of them for help. Sure enough, I walked in, looking helpless, staff at the shoes section came over to help right away.
I explained I am in need of running shoes. Shoes for middle aged person with knee issues. She asked how often and how much I run, I said, none. I am a hiker. I don't run. So she asked me to stand and bend my knees... To assess what types of shoes fit the best for me.
Well thanks to her, I trained for seven weeks running 5k. I reduced my time by 7 mins. I went for the last run before my trip last night and I ever felt this much better running. A quick 3.1 miles, my breathing was easy, my knees didn't hurt...
Thanks REI! Couldn't have done this without your knowledgeable staff.