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KT Taping Demonstration on Thursday, 2/23

Learn to use KinesioTape from the NY Jets team Chiropractor!

Dr. Jason Levy, the New Jersey 2011 Sports Chiropractor of the Year, also team chiropractor to the Jets and the NY Red Bulls MLS franchise, and his associate Dr. Courtney Centrelli will be conducting a clinic to teach methods of taping.  KinesioTape can be a valuable tool to help support joints and alleviate injuries, but knowing how to use it confidently can be a challenge.  Dr. Levy and Dr. Centrelli will demystify KT taping methods and show you how to apply it to help with achilles tendonitis, runner's knee, and plantar fasciaitis, the three most common running injuries.  This clinic will be held at the Millburn store on Thursday, February 23rd at 7 pm.

Dr. Levy and Dr. Centrelli are part of the team at Advanced Performance and Rehabilitation Center, one of the finest facilities for sports medicine in the NY/NJ area. 

Free Digital Gait Analysis on February 18!

Dr. Levy and Dr. Mineo return to SF Basking Ridge

Join us on Saturday the 18th at the Basking Ridge store from 1 pm until 3 p.m. to have your footstrike analyzed by two of the area's top podiatrists.  Dr. Jessica Levy and Dr. Vincenza Mineo of Advanced Performance and Rehab Center visit our Millburn store on the first Saturday of every month to provide free analysis.  After they examine your feet, we can use their data to help find the perfect shoes for your stride.  It's a great chance to get an expert medical opinion in addition to a professional fit!

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New Group Runs for 2012!

Since it's always more fun to run with a pack, we have teamed up with the New Jersey Marathon to help you prepare for your spring events!  We're hosting several new group runs that will give you the fitness you need to achieve your goals. 

Saturday at 9:00 a.m. - Full and Half Marathon Training Runs
Location:  Sneaker Factory Millburn
Leaders:  Geoff and Kristina
Distances:  Starting with 6 miles on January 7 and building up to 20 miles by late April, with easy options for shorter loops on every route.

Sunday at 8:00 a.m. - Group Run in Mountain Lakes
Location:  Mountain Lakes Club, 18 Mountain Lakes Rd, Mountain Lakes NJ 07046
Leader:  Mike Conforti, owner of Sneaker Factory
Distances:  will vary depending on group and weather

Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. - Group Training Run in Basking Ridge
Location:  Sneaker Factory Basking Ridge
Leader:  Joe
Distances:  3-8 miles, depending on group and weather

As always, the Long Branch store will continue to host their year-round group runs on Wednesday night at 6:30 pm and Thursday night at 6:00 pm.  Visit our Group Runs page for more details.

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Winter Hot Chocolate 5k Series in Long Branch

Want a fun challenge to keep you motivated this winter?  Sneaker Factory introduces the Winter Hot Chocolate 5k Series, three 5k races on the Long Branch boardwalk.  February 4th, 11th, and 18th at 10 a.m.  Call the Long Branch store for details:  (732)222-7894.  Or visit RaceForum for info and registration.  Each race will finish at Sneaker Factory Long Branch, where hot chocolate and bagels will be waiting to help you warm up!

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Sneaker Factory Partners with Gold's Gym to Pump up your Marathon Training!

Sneaker Factory Long Branch is collaborating with our neighbors at Gold's Gym to offer a special 4-month training program leading up to the New Jersey Marathon.  This training package includes a 4-month membership to Gold's Gym in Long Branch, 8 half-hour cross-training sessions, weekend training runs, running form clinics, and professional shoe fitting.  Upon completion of the program, each participant will receive a $50 gift certificate to the Sneaker Factory!  Cool! Contact Gold's Gym at (732)229-8229 for more info.