The Presidential Jogger

THE PRESIDENTIAL JOGGER

                                                           God bless the USA !

I've been away for a week --- and my schedule may be getting even busier ---- but this weekly, and occasional bi-weekly , newsletter  is becoming a labor of love for me

But this episode is just for fun -- based on a recent purchase and observation



 right now i am experiencing a bit of mental burnout --
But just because i smell burnt clutch plates everywhere i go, doesnt mean the motor isnt turning (a motorhead analogy for my moto-geek friends)

And because the motor is turnin' that means my sneaks are still accumulating mileage and tire wear  ----- tht means it was time to replace my training shoes

    I have problem feet --- they are wide without much arch --- thankfully , the good folks at New Balance  usually have me covered --- since i typically buy new shoes in multiples so i can rotate a fresh pair in and out every few days, this is a major league hassle  (i'm equal opportunity and have been using Nike's for a few years as well )


  ---But ...... I felt a little better about the chosen sneak today !

I tried and settled on the most famous and photographed running shoe in the world -------  The Bill Clinton Joggers !  (I dont think thats an official nickname)



The New Balance 990

I wore a variation of these shoes 24 years ago to basic training for the US Army.   They held up to countless PT sessions through basic and deep into advanced MOS training  -- although after basic, a lot of PT was still done in our boots in those days  ---- I honestly can't remember how long they lasted before they got shelved.  
      Frequency of use and bodyweight have a lot to do with the lifespan of this type of shoe --- but at roughly 200 pounds during that phase of my life, i can assure you the shoes were used hard

Not a lot out there are sporting a Made In USA logo anymore, but i'm getting to that


My military training days were in the early 90's , but it took a couple more years for these shoes to become famous


Bill Clinton entered the life of every US citizen in 1992  --check the kicks

         
As a young adolescent who spent a few years in Arkansas, i was familiar with governor Clinton --- my father worked for the FAA, and received a couple of commendations from the man --- so when it was time to cast my vote (incidentally , 1992 was the first time i was legally able to vote in the presidential race ) it was for Clinton

This is enough of me waxing eloquently about my childhood --------  anyway,  i dont know how things get stuck in my head,  but years later, i saw these shoes and thought  "Thats the Bill Clinton shoe"

Admittedly, during Mr Clinton's presidency, i didnt pay much attention to politics -- but the 90's were mostly good years for me --

Now, Mr Clinton, -- he did not have the classic gazzelle -like physique of a running enthusiast , but he never seemed to care --   The confidence and devil-may-care attitude that led him to the White House was also put on display everytime he put on a pair of onion skins (thats slang for running shorts , for those unfamiliar with the term)
           If i was to compare the Clinton physique to any other sporting position, he'd look more like an old basketball player, or possibly a tight end, than a runner

I told you guys once already this wasnt goint to be about politics --- but i will add that i , personally , am 42 years old ----- by the time Bill was 42, he had been Governor of Arkansas for 10 years !  -- He was elected President when he was 46 .     I still find this somewhat mind boggling, ----- for all the Bill jokes and the "Bubba" nicknames , the guy was an uber-achiever

But those tiny jogging shorts -- Bill could have been the poster child for my previous post  "Shame? Thats not my problem!"

http://fitclaimspro.blogspot.com/2014/01/shame-thats-not-my-problem.html
 --(cannot figure out how to make that darn link active ! -- copy and paste works)

I admit he needed to use one of the tanning beds that were so prevalent in the 90's, but i digress,  just like i said in that prior post,  the guy was out there ,  Loud, Proud and In Your Face !

             In this pic , Bill is actually sporting Asics',  but Al Gore is wearing the NB 990's

                     Never pass up an opportunity to fire up a crowd

Over the years, many more have taken to the road in the NB 990 -- this is Mike Huckabee

And here is a set of these 30 year old running shoes (the design) custom made for the current POTUS ---- in comparison to my pair above,  his say "President of The United States" where mine say  "Made in USA" 

Again, i am going to re-iterate --- this isn't about the politics, -- these guys reportedly chose this shoe and others for the sole reason that it is made in the USA -- and would you expect our Prez to choose anything else?

But its a darn solid shoe with a timeless design thats great for guys and gals who are no longer built like gazzelles --- In addition to being made in USA, they are available in a ton of widths, have a conservative look, and have been reportedly recommended by orthopedic specialists for many people

As for me?  Hey, i wore a pair 24 years ago when i was in the Army, but im a different person now, --- but im sure they will be fine

      Another running President i should mention,   - George W Bush --- I am not sure what his sneaker of choice is, but he has reportedly ran a marathon in a respectable 3:44   (that is 8 1/2 minute miles - times 26.2)

    I would like to see any of his critics run it faster ----

In fact, in my career, i have been able to speak with both a former Secret Service agent, and a local sheriff in Florida who ran in his jogging entourage  --- both told me the Prez was no joke --- if you werent capable of holding 7 minute miles for 5 miles , it would be better to stay in the black Tahoe and talk on the walky

       The guy from Florida told me that W had his vote anytime solely on his running prowess --- anybody who can run like that everyday and still run the country was alright in his book 

     ---- Bush later succumbed to knee problems, but reportedly took up mountain biking with equal zeal

There are pics of Jimmy Carter out jogging it up too, although thats not surprising as his presidency was smack dab in the middle of the jogging boom for sure   ---  Obama is known for his love of basketball -- Reagan did the "manly thing" - throwing hay bales around at the ranch and such  ----- but for the most part, the POTUS's have at least attempted to be positive examples of the importance of exercise for the poulace ---   W was known to be borderline fanatical ----  and Big Bill -- Wow - who can forget those shorts?

   

So grab a pair of Made In USA  New BAlance 990 sneaks  ,   get your butt on the streets, on the treadmill or on whatever instrument of torture and pain you can think of -- and start feeling like the Commander In Chief  !

   --------  but skip the post-jog Mickey D's -- and i would bet those size large Mickey D's cups Clinton and Gore were carrying above had Gatorade in them in lieu of soda -- LOL

Thanks for tuning in   (and actually - i dont really care what shoes you wear when you train -- as long as you go for it ! )

--- Doug 

_______

Just a quick reminder, if you like what you read, forward this email to a friend, or use the little tab at the bottom to link it to your facebook page.  

 Thank you very much in advance for your support and send me an email at   Dougmcbride@fitclaimspro.com   to be added to the hard subscriber list

---- Doug

_______________________________________________________________________________

disclaimer:    The information contained here is not intended to replace the medical advice of your physician and is not intended as medical advice.  This newsletter/blog is a sharing of knowledge and information from the research and experience of the staff of Fitclaimspro.com and professional colleagues unless otherwise noted