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15% Off for Military, Teachers, First Responders, & Healthcare Workers

=PR= Run & Walk offers a 15% discount on full-price items to verified military personnel, veterans, teachers, first responders, and healthcare workers. Verification takes under a minute through ID.me, the same secure identity platform trusted by the VA, the IRS, and thousands of retailers. Once you're verified, your discount applies automatically at checkout. No codes to remember, no coupons to clip, no expiration to track. Pair it with our expert fit process in-store and you're getting 3D foot scans, gait analysis, and 15% off the pair you actually leave with. If your job has ever ended with sore feet and an early alarm the next morning, this one's for you.

Who Qualifies for the =PR= 15% Discount

ID.me handles the verification, so eligibility is straightforward. If you fall into any of the groups below, you can verify your status and start saving on running shoes, walking shoes, apparel, and accessories.

Military and Veterans

Active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, veterans, retirees, and military spouses all qualify. Given =PR='s footprint across Northern Virginia, we see a lot of you in our stores already, coming in before PT, after deployment, or on the hunt for something that'll hold up to the rucks you don't talk about. If your workouts move between pavement and dirt, our trail running shoe collection is a good place to start.

Teachers and Educators

K-12 teachers, college professors, paraprofessionals, librarians, school counselors, and administrative staff are all eligible. Teaching is a full-body job. If you're logging 10,000-plus steps on a hard tile floor before lunch, your shoes deserve more thought than the first pair on the sale rack. Browse our men's and women's running & walking collections for all-day cushioning built to survive the school year.

First Responders

Police officers, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, and 911 dispatchers qualify for the 15% discount. Your shifts don't follow office hours, and neither does foot pain. If you need a roomier fit to accommodate swelling over long shifts, our extra wide footwear collection carries 2E and 4E options from Brooks, HOKA, and New Balance.

Healthcare Workers

Nurses, doctors, physician assistants, medical technicians, home health aides, and hospital support staff are all eligible. A 12-hour shift on a hard floor is its own kind of marathon, and the right pair of shoes makes the difference between clocking out tired and clocking out limping. Stack cushioned shoes with compression socks and your calves will thank you around hour nine.

How to Verify with ID.me

The process is simple and secure. Here's how it works:

1. Click the ID.me verification button on this page or at checkout.

2. Create an ID.me account or sign in if you already have one. Millions of Americans already use ID.me for government services, so there's a good chance you're halfway there.

3. Verify your group affiliation by confirming your employment, service, or status. ID.me handles the document check on their end. We never see your personal information.

4. Start shopping. Your 15% discount will apply automatically to full-price items when you reach checkout.

Verification usually takes under a minute. Once you're verified, you won't have to do it again every time you shop. Your discount carries forward on future orders through your ID.me-linked account.

What Your 15% Discount Covers

The 15% discount applies to full-price items across the entire =PR= catalog, including:

Footwear: Every full-price pair in our men's and women's footwear collections, including road runners, trail shoes, and carbon fiber plated racers.

Brands you love: Full-price styles from HOKA, New Balance, Brooks, Nike, Saucony, On, ASICS, Altra, Topo Athletic, and the rest of our brand lineup.

Apparel: Our full apparel collection, from technical tees and shorts to jackets, tights, and race-day gear for men and women.

Accessories: Socks, insoles, hydration, GPS watches, headphones, hats, gloves, compression sleeves, and recovery tools.

Youth footwear: For the kids running cross country, playing sports, or just outgrowing shoes faster than you can buy them.

The discount doesn't stack with clearance pricing, other active promotions, or already-reduced items. It applies at checkout to qualifying full-price merchandise only.

Shop Popular Collections with Your 15% Discount

A few places to start browsing:

Men's Running & Walking: Daily trainers, stability models, and max-cushion options from every major brand on our shelves.

Women's Running & Walking: Built for female biomechanics with narrower heels, tuned foam densities, and real fit options.

Trail Running Shoes: Rock plates, aggressive lugs, and grip for everything from the C&O Canal Towpath to the Bull Run Mountains.

Carbon Fiber Plated Shoes: Race-day rockets for marathoners chasing PRs, tempo days, or just wondering what the hype is about.

Extra Wide Footwear: 2E and 4E widths in the models that matter. If your feet have ever felt boxed in by "wide" options that weren't actually wide, start here.

Apparel: Jackets, shorts, tights, tees, sports bras, and base layers from our full brand lineup.

Not sure what fits? Come into any of our 9 Northern Virginia locations for a free 3D foot scan and gait analysis. Our fit specialists will walk you through it, and you'll leave with a pair matched to how you actually move.

Why =PR= Run & Walk

We've been fitting Northern Virginians in running and walking shoes for years, and we do it differently than big-box retailers. Every customer gets our signature fit process, which includes:

A 3D foot scan that maps your arch, length, width, and pressure points. A gait analysis on our treadmill, recorded and reviewed so you can see how you move. Expert recommendations from fit specialists who actually run, walk, and race in what we sell.

The 15% ID.me discount gets stacked on top of that experience. You're not trading service for savings. You're getting both.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who qualifies for the 15% ID.me discount at =PR= Run & Walk?

Active-duty military, veterans, military spouses, teachers, K-12 and college educators, police officers, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, nurses, doctors, and other healthcare workers all qualify. ID.me verifies your status on its end. We don't collect documentation from you directly.

How long does ID.me verification take?

Most people finish verification in under a minute if they already have an ID.me account. First-time verification can take a few minutes longer since you'll need to confirm your group affiliation. Once you're verified, you won't have to repeat the process for future =PR= orders.

Is my personal information safe with ID.me?

Yes. ID.me is a secure identity verification platform trusted by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the IRS, the Social Security Administration, and thousands of retailers. =PR= Run & Walk never sees your documents or personal verification data. We only receive confirmation that you're eligible for the discount.

Does the 15% discount apply to sale or clearance items?

No. The discount applies to full-price items only. It doesn't combine with clearance pricing, markdowns, or other active promotions.

Can I use the 15% discount in-store?

Absolutely! In order to get the discount in-store, all you need to do is show us a qualifying ID card at the register. Easy peasy.

How often do I need to re-verify with ID.me?

Most group verifications stay active as long as your ID.me account remains in good standing. Some groups (like active-duty military) may re-verify periodically through ID.me. You won't need to redo anything on the =PR= side.

Can my spouse or family members use my discount?

Military spouses qualify through ID.me's separate spousal verification. For teachers, first responders, and healthcare workers, the discount is tied to the verified individual. Each eligible person in your household is welcome to create their own ID.me account.

What if the 15% discount doesn't apply at checkout?

First, confirm you're signed in to your ID.me-verified account and that the items in your cart are full-price. If the discount still isn't showing, reach out to our team and we'll sort it out.

Ready to Verify and Save 15%?

You've earned a pair of shoes that actually fit how you move. Verify your eligibility with ID.me, build your cart from our full footwear collection, and watch your 15% discount apply automatically at checkout. Got questions before you verify? Stop into any of our 9 Northern Virginia stores and a fit specialist will walk you through the process. After all, if the right pair of shoes can make an entire 12-hour shift feel different, isn't it worth the 60 seconds to verify?