Monthly Archives: January 2008

Top chefs to compete against brewers in London Marathon

Posted on January 31, 2008 by FitnessFootwear

Top chefs are taking off their aprons and putting on their running shoes in preparation for the London Marathon after being challenged by a team of brewers from Fuller’s. Continue reading →

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Celebrities help pets and owners to get fit

Posted on January 31, 2008 by FitnessFootwear

Actress and model, Molly Simms and celebrity fitness guru Gunnar Peterson have launched an initiative to get both pets and their owners into their running shoes. Continue reading →

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Americans give their shoes away for charity

Posted on January 31, 2008 by FitnessFootwear

If you own spare pairs of shoes maybe from the likes of Ecco, Mizuno or Merrell or other famous brands, you can follow in the footsteps of an American basketball coach – and donate your footwear to charity. Continue reading →

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Soaring demand for Merrell increases company profits

Posted on January 30, 2008 by FitnessFootwear

Wolverine World Wide, the company responsible for making Hush Puppies, Sebago and Merrell has announced record earnings for the fourth quarter of last year – due to demand for Merrell footwear. Continue reading →

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Peter O’Toole favours Ugg boots

Posted on January 30, 2008 by FitnessFootwear

Peter O’Toole is more famous for his roles in films such as Lawrence of Arabia, Venus and My Favourite Year, yet his feet have recently drawn attention when he was caught wearing a pair of UGG boots on the set of his latest film. Continue reading →

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Participants wanted for charity dog walking

Posted on January 30, 2008 by FitnessFootwear

Dog owners could do their bit for charity by digging out their walking shoes and taking their four legged friends out on a sponsored stroll. Continue reading →

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Little black dress to be worn by runners in fundraiser

Posted on January 30, 2008 by FitnessFootwear

Running shoes and footwear from brands such as Ecco, Mizuno and Hi-Tec will take a back seat for runners in a charity event where the most important item will be the little black dress. Continue reading →

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Ecco shoes recommended for business trips

Posted on January 29, 2008 by FitnessFootwear

A reporter for the Washington Post has written an article recommending his most trusted belongings for a business jaunt – and Ecco shoes fitted the bill for his feet Continue reading →

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Fun run to remember Alan Ball

Posted on January 29, 2008 by FitnessFootwear

Football fans who remember the glory days of Alan Ball at Everton’s and want to pay tribute to him will be delighted to hear news of a fun run to be organised in his name. Continue reading →

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Exercise ‘can make you up to ten years younger’

Posted on January 29, 2008 by FitnessFootwear

Those who put on their Mizuno, Ecco or Merrell trainers and regularly put themselves through exercise regimes could be influencing their ageing process. Continue reading →

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