UP & RUNNING, the shop that keeps Leeds! running!

The Leeds Headingley Up & Running shop is handily located just off the Leeds ring road, and close to Carnegie campus. Call in for friendly and expert advice on running and fitness shoes, clothing, and accessories; video gait analysis and shoe fitting, information on local races and training.

261 Otley Road
West Park
Headingley
Leeds
LS16 5LQ

Parking!

There's FREE parking just round the corner to the shop.

Opening Hours!

Contact us!

Telephone: 01132 788866
Email: leeds@upandrunning.co.uk

Laura has been with us for many years, with her gait analysis skills being complimented by her further studies in biomechanics at Leeds Met. She is also an athlete training with Team Thomas at Leeds Met. Last year she won the 1500m title at the inter counties, doubling up at the North of England Championships to take both the 800m and 1500m titles. Her favorite shoe is the Mizuno Wave Rider.

Tom is a keen cyclist and trains with some of the world's best, this is his first year of competitive racing and he has proved to be quite a raw talent, winning many races against the odds. He was quickly snapped up by pro team Sportscover Strategic Altura. Last summer he cycled from Sheffield to Barcelona for charity and runs recreationally with intentions to complete a marathon.

Rebecca is our newest member of staff and has been a keen runner since her school cross country days. Previous club-level running back home in Devon has led to her running numerous half marathons and 10km races. She is currently training for the Liverpool Marathon in October and has aspirations to start fell running. Her favourite brand of clothing is Ronhill.

What's On?

Mizuno Track Night September 27th 5-7pm

Carnegie track night, Up and Running staff with Mizuno are going to the track to give athletes a chance to 'try before you buy' we will have try on shoes from Mizuno to wear for your training session (entry changes to the track apply unless otherwise arranged).

It's important that your running shoes fit correctly: our trained staff can help find the right shoes for you: in a short session on our treadmill they can do a video gait analysis using sophisticated Dartfish software.

Find out more about gait analysis at UP & RUNNING.

NB if you would like to enjoy the full benefits of our gait analysis system and shoe-fitting service, please arrive at least half an hour before shop closing time.

Thanks!

Informed opinion from our knowledgable staff and key customers ...

SUB 4 Capri

I am really happy with these - they are a great material and feel really supportive, unlike others I have had they don't ride up onto the knee and keep me cool as I run.
The pocket on the back is a good size and useful for a few gels and keys.
Black leggings are always a staple in my running wardrobe because they go with everything and are good for most conditions, i would definitely recommend these to anyone looking - a versatile piece of kit of good quality.

Review by Laura, August 2011

SUB 4 Waist Pouch

The SUB 4 waist pouch is great, it's the perfect size for all my run essentials (gels, phone mp3 and keys) and does not chaff like others that I have tried, I think because it's flush to the body it does not bounce up and down as much as bum bags I have tried in the past.
The two separate pockets give me confidence that if a gel pops it wont take my phone down with it!
The inbuilt pocket inside is the perfect size for my mp3 player and stops it from moving around it the pouch.

Review by Laura, August 2011

Inov-8 X-Talon 212

This is one of Inov8's more minimalist off-road shoes, and gives those runners who want a lightweight shoe capable of gripping on uneven, wet and muddy surfaces a brilliant option.
To start with I only used this in my shorter races as I was uneasy with the little cushioning these offered, but am now so confident in them that I wear them for fell races over 10 miles. They offer a snug fit thanks to the polyurethane (TPU) uppers, and thanks to the sticky rubber used on the outsoles they grip where most other shoes wouldn't dare! This would be a great shoe for someone wanting to try an off-road shoe featuring a low-profile foot position, and great for those doing races due to the snug fit and small weight.

Review by Ian, July 2011

More Product Reviews from this shop

Mizuno Wave Rider 14

This was my first Mizuno highly cushioned shoe and it did not disappoint.
This shoe offers a wide, spacious forefoot and yet leaves the foot still feeling very secure and supported.
The new lacing holds the heel very securely, coming up quite high.
The cushioning gives a responsive ride and yet still provides good shock attenuation.
There is nothing worse than putting a shoe on and feeling it is completely separate to the foot - heavy and clumpy cushioned, nut the Wave Rider is the opposite of this, it feels like an extension of my foot.
I wear orthotics and they fit nicely.

Review by Laura, June 2011

Saucony Kilcenny XC

Fast becoming one of the more popular models on the cross-country racing circuit, these slim fit spikes are just like Mr Kipling's cakes - exceedingly good! With space for 6 spikes, these shoes offer great grip for those muddy days (I tend to leave 15mm spikes in as Yorkshire gets its fair share of rain in the winter). Weighing just 187g you hardly notice them on your feet, and with breathable mesh uppers your feet don't overheat. I also use these as a training spike for my grass sessions, and have used it on the track as well for some of our longer sessions.

Review by Ian, July 2011

Asics Numbus 12

I think I like this shoe because I am predominantly a fore foot striker and this shoe has maximal forefoot cushioning, the lacing makes the forefoot fit variable and the upper feels moulded to my foot. The higher arch in the shoe makes it feel supportive in the mid foot. With my orthotics fitting well.

Review by Laura, June 2011

Hilly Compression socks

You may look a bit silly wearing them, but you'll be the last one laughing as you can train consistently day after day using these. Although these are a compression garment, they don't feel restrictively tight, but don't let that put you off. I've tried a number of different brands to try and find something to help my sore calves, and these were the first ones I tried which worked, and also didn't roll back down my calves halfway round my run! Available in white and black, they can be worn underneath tights in winter as they come as a whole sock rather than just a calf guard. They are also one of the more reasonably priced compression socks on the market, so it may be worthwhile investing in a couple of pairs.

Review by Ian, July 2011

Brooks Adrenaline ASR 7 Womens

I bought this shoe before I went out to France as I know I was going to be doing some trial running. Normally I wear orthotics but I only have one pair and knew that my orthotics might be a bit worse for wear for my evening track sessions if I had hammered them off road. So the support shoe did the trick it was nicely versatile fitting the bill well for me, I was able to use it on gravely paths, with them offering me a good amount of cushioning but also further off road with good grip and they have lasted so well!

Review by Laura, June 2011

Groundhog socks

I bought some brilliant ground hog socks from your store recently.
I was suffering terribly from blisters which meant that I couldn't run more than a couple of miles and was in a lot of pain.
I had consulted many specialists in both podiatry and physiotherapy and no one could give me any satisfactory solutions or exercises which would help.
On the off chance I dropped by the Up & Running Headingley shop on the way home and mentioned my blister problems to Laura, I was recommended these socks and haven't looked back since! (apart from to buy more!)

Review by A Customer, July 2011

Buffs

Over winter Buffs are essential to keep my ears warm while running, I hate wearing hats because I overheat after the first bit of my run and want to take it off. The Buff is a great alternative.
In summer it keeps the sweat out of your eyes, useful in spinning classes too.

Review by Laura, June 2011

 

 

 

Timex Tap

The best watch I have ever bought! it does everything you could want a watch to do. I originally bought it for the tap function (to start or take a split you just tap it) when you are mid session and fatigued this is such a bonus not having to find a button (makes my splits quicker too - great for an ego boost).
But it offers so much more, e.g. the watch can tell you when to drink or take on a gel so I set it while I am at work to beep every 45 mins to drink so I am hydrated.
It has great interval timers that you can set it to tell you what to do at various time intervals i.e. at the moment I press start and it says 'warm' (warm up) that last 10 minutes, then it flashes 'fast' and beeps this lasts 3 minutes then 'med' (medium) 2 minutes, etc...
It also helps me with pace judgement i.e. if I want to run a 400m rep in 63 I can tell my watch this then when I get to 400 if I tap my watch it will beep quick if I am ahead of pace and slowly if I am behind pace flashing up on the screen how far off pace I am.

Review by Laura, June 2011

Brooks Womens Defyance 3

Perfect rigid neutral shoe for orthotics, because it is developed from their GTS the last makes it nice and stable, my foot feels so secure.

Review by Laura, June 2011

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Social Run, Contact Store for more details

Join us for the run where no one gets left behind!!
The run starts at 10am from outside the shop, and is approximately 5km.

To register for the run simply email leeds@upandrunning.co.uk - you can just turn up and run, but everyone who registers by email will be entered in a national monthly draw to win £100 worth of SUB 4 clothing.

Some local places to run ...

• Golden Acre Park
• Leeds Country Way
• Leeds-Liverpool Canal, on the towpath from Kirkstall
• Meanwood Valley Trail
• Roundhay Park

Local Races

Drop into the shop for the latest race information and entry leaflets, and if you're an organiser let us know your race details.

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