Quote Originally Posted by Aggie_Ama View Post
I am getting my first "real" running shoes from a shop this weekend. My mom is buying them for my birthday but is concerned my old ones are worn out and I need them early to avoid injury. Is it like getting a bike fitted, I wear running clothes? I am super excited but don't know the proper etiquette, I always just go to the local big box sporting goods place. I do wish running shoes could last as long as high end bike shoes!
A good shop will have you run in them on a treadmill, so I'd say you want to be prepared. Maybe not entirely decked out in running gear, but comfortable clothes you can run in the same way you'd run on the street.

You could always call ahead and ask - that might help you decide on a reputable shop, too. Ask them how they fit shoes, what you should bring/wear, get to know them a little?