Last year I got back into serious running. At Christmas I purchased these sneakers for $19.99 at a discount store and threw in a set of Dr Scholl's inserts for an additional $11. I started using them on January 1st of this year. If you look up how far you should use a pair of running sneakers the "experts" will say 300-500 miles. However, the experts are elite runners, sneaker/apparel company reps, and writers for running/fitness magazines. They all have one thing in common - they make their living either directly or indirectly from sneaker/apparel companies who want all of us to buy shoes as frequently as possible. This year I ran 1,223 miles in these Avia sneakers - all on pavement. They are still going strong, are comfortable and I have suffered no foot injuries. A good reminder not to take recommendations from those with conflicts of interest too seriously. Oh, I did change the laces a few months back.
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