JUST AS THE DANA OPEN LPGA GOLF TOURNAMENT— returning to Highland Meadows Golf Club July 18 to 21—celebrates the tradition and prestige of the game of golf, the local running scene celebrates the tradition of competition and the camaraderie that develops between athletes and others of all ages and abilities. As we’re standing on our feet cheering for our favorite golfer at Highland Meadows, we’ll want to make sure we’re comfortable doing it.
Feet are often taken for granted when evaluating personal well-being, but when we make foot health a priority, many of the lifestyle aches and pains we’re dealing with can be reduced or even eliminated. It all starts with what type of shoes we put on, how often we change them throughout the day, and when we replace them with new ones.
The human foot has 26 bones, 33 joints, and over 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments all working together to provide support, balance, and mobility. Those are a lot of moving parts. Additionally, everyone’s feet are set up a little bit differently and should be evaluated individually.
Don’t let the name fool you. Dave’s Running Shop provides performance footwear and orthotics for people of all ages and lifestyle preferences. You don’t have to be a runner to find the right footwear at Dave’s.
In fact, a large number of our customers don’t run at all, but they keep coming back because their feet feel good in their selection and they were treated right during their visit.
Getting fitted in the proper footwear consists of several observational and measuring steps. All of these steps are pretty basic, but it takes a trained professional to evaluate what they all mean once put together. During a fitting at Dave’s, you’ll be asked to walk, run or jog, stand in varying ways, and flex your feet through a few low-intensity movements. Measurements will be taken, and your existing shoes will be inspected for wear patterns before any type of shoe is recommended and tried on for comfort. You’ll be able to walk around the store in each pair and ask any questions that arise. It may be that you simply need an insole for the type of shoe you’re already wearing. Ultimately, it’s about what feels best to you, so you shouldn’t ever feel pressured into any one choice during a fitting.
Unfortunately, shoes will not last a lifetime. They only last so long before the stability and cushioning begin to break down and no longer support your foot health. When worn regularly, shoes typically last about six months before they should be replaced. Frequency of wear, type of activity, wear patterns, and miles put on them will be the primary deciding factors in their overall lifespan. Dave’s maintains a personal fitting history and sends out reminders when it’s time to replace shoes too.
Dave’s Running Shop is the only locally owned and operated footwear store in Northwest Ohio, and was the first running shop in Ohio. Founded in 1973, four area locations serve the community from Sylvania, Perrysburg, Findlay, and Delta. The staff is thoroughly trained on the ideal fitting process and latest footwear technology, and no one at Dave’s works on a footwear sale commission. The sole mission is to fit each individual in what’s right for them and their lifestyle goals.
So, enjoy the Dana Open this summer. Stand up for Northwest Ohio, and be proud of what we’ve built together and all the positive things on the horizon we’ll share in our bright-looking future. Let’s go! ✲
Don’t miss Dave’s races!
Runners, get ready to “take your mark” in these exciting community events sponsored by Dave’s Running Shop. For more information on any event, including any associated costs/fees, please visit davesrunning.com.
Red, White & Boom 5K
Wednesday, July 3, 2024, 10:00 a.m. at 1017 E. Sandusky St., Findlay, Ohio. 5k fun race for all ages to help kick off the July 4th events at the fairgrounds.
WTOL River Run 10K
Thursday, July 4, 2024, 7:30 a.m. at 730 N. Summit St., Toledo, Ohio. Begins and concludes in the heart of Toledo, Ohio, at the iconic WTOL 11 building on Summit Street. This counter-clockwise route is scenic and challenging to runners of all fitness levels, crossing two downtown bridges and running along the renovated waterfront and Toledo Metropark.
Woodville 4th of July Celebration 5K
Friday, July 5, 2024, 7:30 p.m. (Kids One-Mile Fun Run at 7:04 p.m.), at Trail Marker Park, 308 S. Cherry St., Woodville, Ohio. A nice out-and-back along the Portage River on Fort Findlay Road.
Cridersville Fireman’s Jamboree 5K
Thursday, July 11, 2024, 8:00 p.m. at 100 E. Main St., Cridersville, Ohio. The Cridersville Fire Department will be hosting the 5K Fire Run through the small town and unique scenery of down-home living. This year, the race will be a Glow Run! Along with the 5k, there will be a 1-mile fun run option so everyone can get involved!
Bascom Fire Bad Axe 5K & Fun Run
Friday, July 12, 2024, 7:00 p.m. (half-mile Fun Run at 8:00 p.m.), at Meadowbrook Park, 5430 W. Tiffin St., Bascom, Ohio.
Women’s Distance Festival 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, July 13, 9:00 a.m. at the Shoppes at Fallen Timbers, 3100 Main St., Maumee, Ohio. Women only! Awards given to the first overall and master runner, top three in age groups, and top three teams in each of the mother/daughter groups. We also give a youngest and oldest finisher award! The first 10 women to finish in a dress or skirt win special prizes! All entrants are entered into our raffle drawing.
Strides for Stroke
Sunday, July 14, 2024, 10:00 a.m. at Swan Creek Metropark, 4301 Airport Hwy., Toledo, Ohio. A 5K race to benefit Stroke Life Center, a nonprofit serving stroke survivors and their families in the greater Toledo area.
Trillium—A Women-Only Event
Sunday, July 14, 2024, 8:00 a.m. at Centennial Quarry, 5773 Centennial Rd., Sylvania, Ohio. This women-only event is focused on empowering the competitive spirit in all women. Trillium is designed especially for women of all ages and athletic abilities—whether new to multisport, casual swimmer/biker/runner, or an experienced athlete. This weekend is all about you.
Dave’s Ohio-Michigan 8K & 5K Presented by Whetro Wealth Management
Thursday, July 18, 2024. 8K and 5K at 7:30 p.m. Kids Run at 6:45 p.m. Dave’s Running Shop’s annual summer run and concert. The Ohio-Michigan border battle for runners—a race in two states. Join us for the best post-race party of the year.
Ali Held Herman Memorial Run/Walk
Saturday, July 20, 2024, 8:00 a.m. (Kids Fun Run at 7:40 a.m.) at 1313 Horton Trail, Bryan, Ohio. Kids fun run and 3.26-mile run/walk. We like to honor the 3.26 as that is the day Ali gained her wings. This year’s run/walk will benefit Habitat for Humanity, LifeWise Academy, and Life Connection/Donate Life. We are also very excited to contribute to The Ali Held Herman Memorial Scholarship as a beneficiary to meet the scholarship requirements.
Run to the Moon 5K, 10K & 1-Mile Bling Run
Saturday, July 20, 2024, at the Amstrong Air and Space Museum, 500 Apollo Dr., Wapakoneta, Ohio (the birthplace of Neil Armstrong). 10K at 8:15 a.m. 5K and 1-Mile at 8:30 a.m. The race has many unique features including space-themed music, space facts along the courses, and much more.
Tough Cookie 2024
Saturday, July 20, 2024, 8:00 a.m. at McComb Village Park, South Park Drive, McComb, Ohio. Compete with others on our unique course of asphalt and grass with moderate hills.
Dave’s Fall In-Training 2024
Monday, July 22-Saturday, November 9, 2024. Dave’s Running Shop wants to combine the best of both worlds by joining its Fall Marathon In-Training Program with the Fall 5K/10K Training Program to create a larger community to lean on for support and accountability. The Dave’s Fall In-Training Program will still have its classic Churchill’s Half-Marathon training plan and other area fall marathon events like Columbus, Detroit, and Indy. Those training under the 5K/10K plans will race many of the popular fall classic road races: Jeep 4 Miler, Boy Scout 5K/10K, Stinger 5K, Toledo Mini, MacQueens, Racing 4 Recovery, and Churchill’s 5K.
The Fall 5K/10K Program will train at the same time as MIT runners but follow the 5K/10K training plan. There will be times when everyone can train together completing the same workouts because sometimes running is running no matter the race distance.
1st Annual Stony Ridge Civic Association 5K Run/2-Mile Walk
Friday, July 26, 2024, 6:30 p.m. at Stony Ridge Community Park, 5705 Oak St., Stony Ridge, Ohio. Benefits Stony Ridge Community Park.
Operation Half Pint 5K
Saturday, July 27, 2024, 9:00 a.m. at Pangle Pavilion in Lima, Ohio. Half Pint is a half-scaled version of the M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tank built in Lima, Ohio. This mini version goes all over the state of Ohio to local car shows, military shows, parades, etc. We also work closely with veterans in our community to offer our support. Half Pint is dedicated to all the hard-working men and women of Joint Systems Manufacturing Center that build the World’s Best Battle Tank and those who are defending our freedom. All proceeds for the 5k will go towards the operation and maintenance of Half Pint and the future half-scaled Stryker.
Sylvania Superkids
Saturday, July 27, 2024 at Olander Park, 6930 Sylvania Ave., Sylvania, Ohio. Duathlon and Triathlon for ages 6-9 at 7:30 a.m. Duathlon and Triathlon for ages 10-15 at 8:00 a.m. Fun Run for ages 2-6 at 9:00 a.m. The swim and run take place inside the park, while the bike heads south across Sylvania Avenue to the University Parks bike path, into the local neighborhood, and back to Olander Park. Our host Tri-Team, Team Toledo Triathlon Club, will monitor the race course.
NDA XC Alumnae Race
Sunday, July 28, 2024, 12:00 p.m. on the NDA campus, 3535 W. Sylvania Ave., Toledo, Ohio. This two-mile race will be a looped course almost entirely on grass. We started this event to bring together past and current cross-country runners and families. We are looking for this event to grow each year, and we hope you will join us.
Sylvania Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike & Relay
Sunday, July 28, 2024, 7:30 a.m. at Olander Park, 6930 W. Sylvania Ave., Sylvania, Ohio. The Sylvania Triathlon and Duathlon is one of the oldest multisport events in the country. It’s held at the Tam-O-Shanter Sports Complex and Olander Lake in Sylvania, Ohio. This event features a choice of distance and race for everyone. Whether you’re looking for a short or intermediate length, triathlon or duathlon, the Sylvania Triathlon/Duathlon is the event for you.
