Cinderella’s step-sisters learned the hard way that glass slippers are the least forgiving toward bunion curses and waltz-induced plantar's warts. Glide in style and comfort with today’s Groupon: for $25, you get $50 toward running shoes and athletic apparel at Performance Running Outfitters. This Groupon is good for the Brookfield, Oconomowoc, and Shorewood locations.

The proprietors of Performance Running Outfitters, Trae and Jessica Hoepner, bring 25 years of running experience to their business and understand how best to outfit the feet of competitive and casual runners alike. The paw honchos at Performance Running Outfitters perform a thorough foot analysis to find the right fit for all training needs. After assaying arch type and width, shoes are treadmill tested for proper gait and stability, insuring that everybody leaves bounding in step with their sole-mate. Performance Running Outfitters proffers brand name apparel from respected athletic designers, including Nike running socks ($12 per pair), Zensah arm sleeves ($29.99) and high-quality kicks from Mizuno, Asics, New Balance, and more. Although most running shoes cost more than $50, this Groupon is good for sale items. Scurrying feet can also pick up sustenance by way of nutritional PowerBars, Sports Beans, and Gatorade, or stock up on accessories such as a travel massage stick ($27.49) or sunglasses ($39.99+) to avoid making eye contact with baiting roadrunners.

Reviews

CityVoters named Performance Running Outfitters Best Sporting Goods Store in Milwaukee in 2010. More than 750 Facebookers are fans of the store.

• Performance Running Outfitters have everything I want. I recently went in to buy new running shoes. They took a lot of time with me, putting me on the treadmill several times to ensure I was in the correct shoes. – Tony, CityVoter
• Great friendly, personal and informed service. Very helpful folks. – Julian S., CityVoter