August 2024 Newsletter

Gear Up for XC Season with all the essentials for a great season. Cross country spikes, the latest Chicknlegs shorts, and tons of other gear for your cross country season are now in both the Albany and Malta stores. 

Mark you calender for September 7th and 8th for our annual XC Gear Up Weekend. We'll have spike deals, games, giveaways, and even a special event with guest speakers covering what you need to know to have a great fall season.

Are You Wearing the Right Sports Bra?

Some fun sports bra facts:

1. A sports bra should never see it's first birthday -- support declines with the bra's age.
2. On average, a woman will wear five different bra sizes in her lifetime.
3. 80% of women wear the wrong size sports bra (maybe that one is a not-so-fun fact...).

If you've never been measured and fit for your sports bra, come meet one of our expert bra fitters who can help find both the right size and right type of sports bra for your body and activity. We carry a range of options across size, color, and type. A fitter will discuss your activity, goals, and needs and then make measurements to recommend options for you to explore.

If you have been measured before, our fitters can check the fit of your current size and refit you if needed (see fun fact #2!).

 

Community is Simple: Just Show Up!

We hit Frog Alley Brewing and the Mowawk-Hudson Bikeway in Schenectady on July 25th for a run and social. We'd like to thank Danny at Capital Sweat Festival for helping to organize the run through their Summer Class Series. Thank you for helping us bring our community together!

Ready to join the next run? We'll have group runs near Albany and Saratoga/Malta in August, so keep your eyes out on our group run calendar and Instagram to learn more.

Shoe Feature: Diadora Vigore 3

Arriving this month from Italy, the Diadora Vigore 3 features Diadora's DD Anima and Blueshield midsole technology for the plushest underfoot experience. You may not have heard of Diadora yet, but we are big fans of the running shoes they make! If you're looking for a soft and lightweight, but stable shoe, stop by either of our stores to try on the Vigore 3.



Race Calendar: Malta 5k

The Malta 5k is back on Septmber 7th with another year of a fast course and great support for our community. Race proceeds benefit local first responders and veteran agencies in honor of 9/11. Come by Fleet Feet Albany or Malta for $10 off your registration and watch out for our Malta 5k lead-up runs in August!

Do you have a charity that you care about? Register a team for the race to receive a donation towards a 501(c)(3) charity of your choice.

• 5 runners = $250 donation
• 50 runners = $500 donation
• 75 runners = $750 donation
• 100 runners = $1000 donation

Register Now!

Come Train With Us!

Registration is now open for our fall training programs! Our group-based training programs are led by experienced coaches who are eager to help you reach your goals. You can target a race or train solely for fitness and fun. Either way, you’ll get a great team atmosphere and our coaches will guide your training to meet your needs. All programs begin in August.

Program Options

• 5k Beginner, 10 weeks (Malta or Albany)
• 5k Advanced & 10k, 12 weeks (Malta or Albany)
• Half and Full Marathon, 12 weeks (Malta)

Albany-based programs meet across Albany, Schenectady, and Latham. Malta-based programs meet across Clifton Park, Malta, and Saratoga.