Tortoise & Hare Sports, Glendale

With brands such as New Balance, Patagonia, and Brooks parading across its shelves, Tortoise and Hare Sports equips customers with the gear they need to pursue healthy, active lifestyles. The shop’s team uncorks a wealth of knowledge to help each individual find the right fit, including a five-point footwear analysis that tailors shoe selections to a person’s gait, form, and measurements. The store’s weekly calendar is also filled with free services, such running clinics that demonstrate how to minimize injuries, maximize performance, and keep overworked toes from forming a union and going on strike. Training programs for marathon runners, free yoga sessions, and group runs are also available.