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

The Watford Up & Running shop is handily located in the lower part of Watford High Street. 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.

164 High Street
Watford
WD17 2EG

Parking & Directions!

We're situated in the Lower part of Watford High Street (NOT the Pond end!) just down from Boots in the Harlequin, near the Ring Road. Enter WD17 2UB into your satnav for parking in the Harlequin Shopping Centre. Kings or Queens Car Parks in the Centre are nearest to us.

Opening Hours!

Contact us!

Telephone: 01923 222205
Email: watford@upandrunning.co.uk

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.

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

Brooks Adrenaline GTS 11

I tested the shoe over concrete and tarmac, clocking up 40 miles from recovery runs and slow jogging, a 5 mile tempo run to an 18 mile long run and finally a brutal interval session in the park under the watchful eyes of my coach - no hiding places!
The midsole now has the DNA technology of the lighter weight shoe range that neutral runners have enjoyed for some time, but so far has been denied to us overpronators. It makes for a softer, smoother feel - something you'll notice and really appreciate on a longer run. Brooks have updated their 'Caterpilla' crash pad system - giving more gel and therefore more cushioning around the heel & forefoot. Particularly if you're a heavier runner like me (14 stone/90 kg), this is a great innovation that absorbs more shock and diverts more force away from the joints. By cutting more grooves and segmenting the mid and outer soles, the shoe gives you better flexibility, centering your foot during the whole running cycle which allows you to really drive off hard in those interval sessions.
The midsole still has the familiar dual density compound to prevent rolling but corresponding with it, Brooks have made some changes to the upper. On the medial side of the saddle there is now a panel of stronger and more flexible material. With a cleverly configured lacing system using tough stretching tabs to take up any slack, this all works together to pull the shoe on tighter thus giving superb arch support, stabilising the foot & preventing it from rolling over. Genius!
The heelcup has a tighter feel contributing to a really close, comfortable fit. The good quality well finished sock liner is a nice touch that adds to the soft feel & reduces the chance of any blisters. The Adrenaline GTS 11 has won over the folk at Runner's World who have awarded it 'Best update' in 2010 and it has won me over too! This shoe is out now & retails at £87 but it feels like it should be in with those top-end £105+ shoes. A really well cushioned shoe with excellent support, Adrenaline GTS 11 is second to none. Brooks have done it again.

Review by Ryan, 2011

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Some local runs ...

Ashridge 5 Trail Race - Sunday 23rd September 2012 LINK: www.dirtrunning.co.uk
Dirt Half Challenge - Saturday 17th November 2012 LINK: www.dirtrunning.co.uk

We've seen some great local runs on www.mapmyrun.co.uk, like these two around Bushey: Route 1 and Route 2 ... this one along the Ebury Way & canal: Route 3... and this around Leavesden Route 4

If you've a favorite local run, let us know and we'll share it ...

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.

• Barnet and District AC
• Chiltern Harriers
• Bishop Stortford Running Club
• Dacorum and Tring Athletic Club (Hemel Hempstead)
• Gade Valley Harriers
• Fairlands Valley Spartans (Stevenage)
• Hayes and Harlington Road Runners
• Herts Pheonix Athletic Club
• Handy Cross Runners (Wycombe)
• Hillingdon Athletics Club
• Marlow Striders
• Ricky Running Sisters
• Royston Runners
• St Albans Striders
• Serpentine Running Club (Central London)
• Sudbury Court Running Club (Wembley)
• Tring Running Club
• Ware Joggers
• Watford Harriers
• Watford Joggers
• Watford Running Sisters
• Watford Velo Sports Club - cycling & triathlon club
• (Welwyn) Garden City Runners

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