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Favorite routes in South KC and Johnson County

Joey Holley /

March 13, 2025

TRWS GURU’s Favorite Running Route Meet Carl, The Running Well Store Guru from our Martin City location. Carl, a former Collegiate runner, nutrition nut, trail enthusiast and a road runner, Carl truly loves getting after...

Joey Holley /

March 13, 2025

Carbohydrates and Runners: Friends or Foes? A Dietitian’s Perspective Carbohydrates for runners have been misunderstood for years, especially with the rise of low-carb diets like keto, Atkins, and paleo. But for endurance athletes, cutting carbs...

Joey Holley /

February 24, 2025

Hoka’s premiere racing shoe gets a sequel, but is it a flop or smash? As someone who has ran in both versions walk (or run) with me as we dive into our Hoka Cielo X1...

NoWhere Consultants /

February 24, 2025

Attention all middle school, high school, collegiate and post-collegiate athletes! With the indoor track season wrapping and outdoor track right around the corner it’s time to take a hard look at getting yourself in a...

Joey Holley /

February 11, 2025

Introduction Since its debut in 2013, the Altra Torin has been a staple in the brand’s lineup, offering runners a zero-drop daily trainer with Altra’s signature roomy toebox. The latest iteration, the Torin 8, refines...

Joey Holley /

February 11, 2025

Introduction On—yes, just On, not On Cloud or “QC” (thanks for that one, Elmo)—has rolled out the second version of the reinvented Cloudsurfer. My immediate thought was to crack a joke about the hit 2007...

Joey Holley /

February 10, 2025

Thirteen years ago, The Running Well Store presented me with a dilemma. The Fit Finder pointed to stability shoes, a category I'd always associated with words like "heavy," "slow," and "out of style." As a...

Joey Holley /

January 23, 2025

Introduction The ASICS Gel Nimbus has been a staple in the shoe game, owning the label of a premium max cushion for decades. The Nimbus may be old enough to be on its own insurance,...

Joey Holley /

January 13, 2025

Introduction Mizuno has long been known for innovation in performance footwear, while its daily trainers have stuck to tradition. Enter the Mizuno Neo Zen, a groundbreaking model poised to redefine expectations. Could this be the...

Joey Holley /

January 13, 2025

Hoka Bondi 9: Everybody’s Bondi The Hoka Bondi has long been a go-to for runners, walkers, and those on their feet all day. But with the release of the Bondi 9, it’s clear this shoe...

Joey Holley /

December 1, 2024

Introduction If you’re on the hunt for a shoe that combines soft landings, springy takeoffs, and just pure fun, stop right here because the ASICS Novablast 5 might just be your new best running buddy....

Joey Holley /

October 29, 2024

What Do You Get the Runner Who Has Everything? Alright, let’s get festive, folks! The holidays are upon us, and if you’re shopping for holiday gifts for runners, let me just say, you’re already winning....

Joey Holley /

September 30, 2024

Race day is almost here, and whether you’re ready to sprint, jog, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, we’re here to help you feel prepared, excited, and confident. You’ve put in the work, you’ve...

Kathy Gates /

September 26, 2024

Brooks Glycerin Max: Your Go-To Shoe for Ultimate Cushioning and a Smooth Ride Let's talk about the brand new Brooks Glycerin Max! A shoe designed to feel like you’re gliding on clouds while pounding the...

Kathy Gates /

August 21, 2024

Starting running can be daunting.. heck with all the fancy gear it’s easy to get lost in what should be the simplest sport. Here at the Running Well Store we strive to be a resource...

Kathy Gates /

July 30, 2024

Cross-Country Injuries: Your Guide to a Healthy Running Season As the summer comes to an end, back-to-school shopping starts, and we start eyeing fall, another exciting cross-country season kicks off! For high school athletes, this...

Kathy Gates /

July 12, 2024

In a world where sedentary lifestyles are at an all time, movement is a crucial part to our heart health. Think of your heart as your body’s engine, you want it to stay well oiled...

Tara Wehri /

July 1, 2024

The Mental Health Benefits of Movement As society has become more attentive to mental health care, we often neglect exercise. Exercising has been proven to reduce anxiety and depression, yet it is not often...

Tara Wehri /

June 15, 2024

Mizuno Neo Vista Review Welcome to the Mizuno Neo Vista review as Mizuno enters the “Super Trainer” game! But before we go into depth, what is a super trainer? A super trainer is a shoe...

Kathy Gates /

May 20, 2024

Quality pickleball shoes are essential for both performance and safety on the court. They provide the necessary support, stability, and grip that players need to move quickly and change directions with confidence. High-quality shoes are...

Kathy Gates /

January 24, 2024

Attention all middle school, high school, collegiate, and post-collegiate athletes! With the Indoor Season in full swing and outdoor competitions right around the corner, it’s time to gear up with a fresh pair of spikes...

NoWhere Consultants /

July 30, 2023

Overview of CC Spikes: With summer training coming to a close, it’s almost time to race! Whether it’s your first cross country season or you’re a seasoned veteran, a good pair of spikes can make...

NoWhere Consultants /

July 7, 2023

Altra Torin 7 Intro to Altra: Anyone who’s familiar with Altra, feel free to skip down to the review. If you’ve never heard of Altra before, this section is for you! First, their big advantage...

NoWhere Consultants /

July 6, 2023

For the 30 th anniversary the Kayano has gone through some major quality of life changes that make this a shoe almost anyone can wear. As someone that has run in 12 different versions of...

NoWhere Consultants /

July 4, 2023

TRWS Apparel The Running Well Store is excited to announce that we now have our own apparel line! We are excited at the opportunity of building an apparel brand from the ground up in the...

NoWhere Consultants /

March 20, 2023

Puma has really outdone themselves with this beautiful shoe. This high cushion, responsive shoe has the all new Run Guide System to support your heel along with Pwrtape to give you even more support along...

NoWhere Consultants /

March 20, 2023

Trofeo: I was itching to get onto the court when I first put these shoes on! These babies felt unlike any running shoe I’ve worn before - because they are specially designed for pickleball! Immediately...

NoWhere Consultants /

March 20, 2023

More Grippy & Less Slippy! The new & improved Lone Peak 7! What's New? Wow, that traction! Altra updated the MaxTrac outsole with a new multidirectional and aggressive lug pattern that provides a noticeable...

NoWhere Consultants /

March 20, 2023

Attention all middle school, high school, collegiate and post-collegiate athletes! With Indoor Season in full swing and outdoor right around the corner it’s time to take a hard look at getting yourself in a fresh...

NoWhere Consultants /

March 20, 2023

Welcome to the 2022 Gift IDEAS for runners guide! In this Gift Ideas for Runners Guide you will find multiple categories of gift giving ideas with the most affordable being the item on the left,...

NoWhere Consultants /

March 18, 2023

The Big Shoe Drive As you spring clean keep in mind the simple task of donating one pair of athletic shoes will plant five trees! ONE PAIR = FIVE TREES! The entire month of April...

NoWhere Consultants /

March 9, 2023

ASICS Nimbus 25 I have never been a fan of ASICS, until NOW.....I LOVE this shoe. Happy 25th Birthday to the Nimbus! This shoe is actually a cloud designed as a shoe. Everything about the...

NoWhere Consultants /

March 7, 2023

Guide 16: Saucony is putting a historic year behind them with a handful of updates and new shoes that have won them numerous awards. 2023 is anticipated to be another great year for the brand...

NoWhere Consultants /

February 26, 2023

First Impression: My first impression of the Clifton 9 when I put it on was how secure my foot felt in it. Having worn the Clifton 8 for running and work, I felt like...

NoWhere Consultants /

February 6, 2023

NoWhere Consultants /

February 6, 2023

How Does It Feel? Mizuno recently released the 26th iteration of the Wave Rider and this version certainly didn’t disappoint. The Mizuno Wave Rider has been a constant in my shoe rotation for the past...

NoWhere Consultants /

February 6, 2023

Have you ever wondered why Olympic runners are so fast? What do they have that you don’t have? Well, one answer is better genes, and we can’t do anything about that. But, one thing we...

NoWhere Consultants /

February 5, 2023

It's FeBRAuary and we want to help: Finding and investing in a good comfortable running bra is just as important as any other clothing item you choose for any physical activity. You will find that...

NoWhere Consultants /

January 15, 2023

TRWS GURU's Favorite Running Route(S) Meet Bryant The Running Well Store Guru from our Barry Road location, and learn more about where his favorite running route is in Kansas City and why? This is the...

NoWhere Consultants /

January 12, 2023

Have you ever wondered why Olympic runners are so fast? What do they have that you don’t have? Well, one answer is better genes, and we can’t do anything about that. But, one thing we...

NoWhere Consultants /

December 1, 2022

How does it feel? The Triumph has been my very favorite shoe since I started running again in 2016. It was love at first stride again with the 20th version. My eyes said “sweet looking...

NoWhere Consultants /

October 28, 2022

The Bondi is Hoka’s flagship shoe that revolutionized the max-cushion running shoe market. Hoka’s Bondi is updated every two years, and the Bondi 7 proved to be a favorite to many runners as a recovery...

NoWhere Consultants /

October 7, 2022

I must tell you guys an honest truth; I have been running, and hiking in the Brooks Caldera since they had the “lace garage”. I may have been a bit bitter when Brooks took away...

NoWhere Consultants /

October 2, 2022

How to Strength Train for Running Longevity and Performance: In the previous post in the Mini-series of posts: Strength For Runners series, we talked about the roadblocks runners face when it comes to strength training...

NoWhere Consultants /

September 26, 2022

Altra Torin 6 The Torin 6 is a max cushion neutral trainer, with a stack height of 28mm, it’s one the most cushioned trainers on the market. The Altra family is famous for a couple...

NoWhere Consultants /

September 24, 2022

Overcoming Roadblocks to Consistency: In our first post in this series, we talked about the game changing potential of strength training for our running and our overall health. However, despite all these awesome benefits, more...

NoWhere Consultants /

September 16, 2022

Why Strength is Important for Running Well: Whether you are brand new to running or have been running for years, strength training in some capacity is essential to your health and longevity. Not just as...

NoWhere Consultants /

September 13, 2022

TRWS GURU's Favorite Running Route Meet Ken, The Running Well Store Guru from our Mission location, and learn more about where his favorite running route is in Kansas City and why? The trail at Cedar...

NoWhere Consultants /

September 13, 2022

NoWhere Consultants /

July 21, 2022

Summer is almost over! You know what that means!! Cross Country season is HERE!!!! If you are reading this more than likely you are looking for a good spike for your 2022 cross country season....

Joey Holley /

February 24, 2025 /

Footwear Reviews

Hoka’s premiere racing shoe gets a sequel, but is it a flop or smash? As someone who has ran in both versions walk (or run) with me as we dive into our Hoka Cielo X1...

Joey Holley /

February 11, 2025 /

Footwear Reviews

Joey Holley /

February 11, 2025 /

Footwear Reviews

Joey Holley /

February 10, 2025 /

Footwear Reviews

Joey Holley /

January 23, 2025 /

Footwear Reviews

Introduction The ASICS Gel Nimbus has been a staple in the shoe game, owning the label of a premium max cushion for decades. The Nimbus may be old enough to be on its own insurance,...

Joey Holley /

January 13, 2025 /

Footwear Reviews

Joey Holley /

January 13, 2025 /

Footwear Reviews

Hoka Bondi 9: Everybody’s Bondi The Hoka Bondi has long been a go-to for runners, walkers, and those on their feet all day. But with the release of the Bondi 9, it’s clear this shoe...

Joey Holley /

December 1, 2024 /

Footwear Reviews

Kathy Gates /

September 26, 2024 /

Footwear Reviews

NoWhere Consultants /

March 9, 2023 /

Footwear Reviews

ASICS Nimbus 25 I have never been a fan of ASICS, until NOW.....I LOVE this shoe. Happy 25th Birthday to the Nimbus! This shoe is actually a cloud designed as a shoe. Everything about the...

NoWhere Consultants /

February 26, 2023 /

Footwear Reviews

First Impression: My first impression of the Clifton 9 when I put it on was how secure my foot felt in it. Having worn the Clifton 8 for running and work, I felt like...

NoWhere Consultants /

February 6, 2023 /

Footwear Reviews

NoWhere Consultants /

December 1, 2022 /

Footwear Reviews

How does it feel? The Triumph has been my very favorite shoe since I started running again in 2016. It was love at first stride again with the 20th version. My eyes said “sweet looking...

NoWhere Consultants /

October 28, 2022 /

Footwear Reviews

NoWhere Consultants /

October 7, 2022 /

Footwear Reviews

I must tell you guys an honest truth; I have been running, and hiking in the Brooks Caldera since they had the “lace garage”. I may have been a bit bitter when Brooks took away...

NoWhere Consultants /

September 26, 2022 /

Footwear Reviews

Altra Torin 6 The Torin 6 is a max cushion neutral trainer, with a stack height of 28mm, it’s one the most cushioned trainers on the market. The Altra family is famous for a couple...

Joey Holley /

March 13, 2025 /

General

Kathy Gates /

August 21, 2024 /

General

Starting running can be daunting.. heck with all the fancy gear it’s easy to get lost in what should be the simplest sport. Here at the Running Well Store we strive to be a resource...

Kathy Gates /

July 12, 2024 /

General

In a world where sedentary lifestyles are at an all time, movement is a crucial part to our heart health. Think of your heart as your body’s engine, you want it to stay well oiled...

Kathy Gates /

May 20, 2024 /

General

NoWhere Consultants /

March 18, 2023 /

General

The Big Shoe Drive As you spring clean keep in mind the simple task of donating one pair of athletic shoes will plant five trees! ONE PAIR = FIVE TREES! The entire month of April...

Joey Holley /

October 29, 2024 /

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September 13, 2022 /

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September 13, 2022 /

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Kathy Gates /

January 24, 2024 /

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March 20, 2023 /

Product Information

NoWhere Consultants /

March 20, 2023 /

Product Information

Welcome to the 2022 Gift IDEAS for runners guide! In this Gift Ideas for Runners Guide you will find multiple categories of gift giving ideas with the most affordable being the item on the left,...

Joey Holley /

September 30, 2024 /

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