Japanese footwear brand accelerates its expansion in Colombia with a new store in Bogota amid the running boom

Portafolio Journalist 04.26.2026 10:02 Updated: 04.26.2026 10:02

Japanese footwear brand accelerates its expansion in Colombia with a new store in Bogota amid the running boom

TL;DR

  • Asics opened its 11th store in Colombia at Mallplaza in Bogota.
  • Colombia is a key market for Asics in Latin America due to increased interest in running and wellness.
  • The new store offers products for running, tennis, pádel, volleyball, and sportstyle, with specialized technical advice.
  • Marathon preparation requires structured and progressive training, emphasizing consistency and planning to avoid injuries.
  • Proper footwear selection, based on stride, terrain, and race goals, is crucial, with recommendations to replace shoes every 600-800 km.
  • Holistic preparation includes mobility, muscle strengthening, rest, and mental strategy for race day.