Running Free

We were honoured to have Dorito, the parkrun cat, join us tonight on our Salomon Demo Run! 🐱🏃‍♂️

And yes… we even managed to get a rare interview! 🎤😂

Thanks for coming along, Dorito — you’re officially part of the Run Free Crew! ❤️

We caught up with Sue at Poole parkrun to hear how she got into running, after entering the New York Marathon!

What she loves most about running? How simple it can be. No complicated setup, just lace up your shoes and get out there 👟

Her advice to anyone thinking about starting is simple too: just do it. Get out there and start!

And if you’re looking for a little guidance along the way, come and see us at Running Free. 🙌

Book your run consultation via the link in our bio.

Road or Trail? That is the question! 🏃‍♂️🌲

What’s the difference between road running shoes and trail running shoes, and can you use one pair for both?

We get asked this a lot in store, so here’s the simple breakdown:

👟 GRIP
Road shoes are designed for concrete and tarmac, while trail shoes have more tread for gravel, earth and uneven terrain.

☁️ COMFORT & BOUNCE
Road shoes are generally designed to feel smooth, cushioned and responsive on flatter, harder surfaces.

🪨 PROTECTION
Trail shoes are built to handle rocks, roots and rougher terrain, giving you more protection and confidence underfoot.

⚖️ SUPPORT & STABILITY
Road shoes come in both neutral and supportive options, while trail shoes are generally neutral and designed to keep you connected to the terrain and more secure underfoot.

Ultimately, the right running shoe depends on where you run, what you’re training for and what works best for you.

Training on the road for your next race? Or looking for more confidence and security on gravel and trails? There’s no one-size-fits-all answer.

And just one week to go until our Salomon Launch Night! 👀

We’re celebrating the Salomon launch at Running Free, Poole with a 5K social run alongside the Salomon team.

Come along to:
🏃‍♀️ Join our local running community
👟 See the new Salomon range in store
💬 Ask the Salomon team your questions
🤝 Meet fellow runners and enjoy a social 5K

📍 Running Free, Poole
📅 Wednesday 26th August
⏰ Arrive from 5:30pm | Run starts 6pm
🎟️ Free to join and open to all, as always

Want help finding the right running shoes?
Book a free Run Consultation via the link in our bio. We’ll chat through your goals, needs and running style to help you find your fit.

Another week, another Poole parkrun!

This time we interviewed Phil and Pete, asking them questions about their motivations for running, advice for new runners and more.

Until the next!🫶