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#318 We're Injured. Here's How We're Rehabbing (Ankle, Achilles, and Foot Pain)04 Nov 202600:58:18

David, Matt, and Nathan get personal about the injuries they're working through right now: David's fresh ankle sprain, Matt's battle with Achilles tendinopathy, and Nathan's journey through foot pain. They break down what rehab has looked like at each stage and how footwear needs change from acute to chronic, from volume and rockers to heel lifts and firmer foam.

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code DOR10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

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Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:38 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 21:16 - Navigating injuries & return to running: David's ankle sprain
  • 39:40 - Achilles tendinopathy
  • 50:14 - Nathan's torn foot ligaments & plantar pain
  • 57:30 - Wrap-up
#317 Mailbag! What Do We Think About Influencers at Marathons? Do Weighted Vests Help with Training? 28 Oct 202600:53:58

Nathan, Matt, and David open the mailbag to answer your questions: what do they think about sponsor entries and influencers at major marathons, and about cheating and false times? They also take on weighted vests in a running routine, shoe picks for hilly walking and sesamoiditis, and whether a shoe can be "too" stable. Want your question on the next episode? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com!

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code SPOOKYDOCS10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:14 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 24:08 - Best shoes for hilly walking
  • 28:04 - Best lightweight running shoes with sesamoiditis
  • 37:14 - Thoughts on sponsor exemptions and cheating in major marathons
  • 47:34 - Incorporating walking with weighted vests into a running routine
  • 51:22 - Can a shoe be "too" stable for you?
  • 53:20 - Wrap-up
#316 Are Ultra Max Cushion Shoes the New Norm?21 Oct 202600:58:24

Nathan, Matt, and David dig into a fast-growing new category of super-tall, super-cushioned trainers, not necessarily made for speed but for comfort cruising. Is it a real category? Who is it actually good for, and is it worth $200+? They put eight of these shoes into a randomized bracket, including the ASICS Slowcush, Nike Vomero Premium, and Saucony Paramount Max, to see which one comes out on top.

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code SPOOKYDOCS10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:52 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 22:36 - Breaking down a new category of shoe: ultra-max cushion
  • 35:06 - Are these "good" for us?
  • 39:32 - Bracketology
  • 40:58 - Mizuno Sky Prime vs. Nike Vomero Premium
  • 43:44 - ASICS Slowcush vs Adidas Hyperboost Edge
  • 47:02 - Hoka Skyward X2 vs. Saucony Paramount Max
  • 50:14 - Puma Magmax 2 vs. On Cloudmonster 3 Hyper
  • 52:24 - Semifinals
  • 55:10 - The Final
  • 57:44 - Wrap-up
#315 We Debate Every Recovery Tool for Runners14 Oct 202601:07:58

Matt and Andrea tackle a question we get all the time: how do I recover faster? Are all those things we see on our algorithms helping or hurting us? Muscle scrapers, massage guns, compression, you name it, you can buy it. Are they placebos or the real deal? Want your buy/sell proposition on the next episode? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com!

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code SPOOKYDOCS10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 4:24 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 19:22 - Recovery 101
  • 27:00 - Buy or sell: muscle scrapers
  • 31:02 - Compression clothing
  • 35:10 - Recovery runs
  • 38:52 - Foam rolling
  • 40:44 - Percussion massagers
  • 42:12 - Optimizing your training for recovery & consistency
  • 53:40 - Supplements
  • 57:16 - Is sleep the single most important factor?
  • 59:06 - Post-run stretching
  • 1:05:02 - Closing thoughts
#314 2026 Super Shoe Roundup07 Oct 202601:17:24

Nathan, Matt, and David take a look back at the 2026 super shoe class so far, comparing and contrasting new releases like the Tyr Valkyrie Elite 2, Nike Alphafly 4, Adidas Adios Pro 5, and others each take a different approach. They also dig into what really determines how a super shoe performs or feels, and how smaller brands are approaching their first entries into the category.

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code SPOOKYDOCS10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:28 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 26:48 - 2026 Super Shoe roundup
  • 28:08 - Tyr Valkyrie Elite 2
  • 34:02 - What determines super shoe performance or feel? Raw pace or effort?
  • 36:54 - Nike Alphafly 4
  • 43:58 - Adidas Adios Pro 5
  • 54:16 - Topo Specter Elite
  • 56:46 - Skechers Aero Elite
  • 1:07:16 - The approach smaller brands are taking towards super shoes
  • 1:16:08 - Wrap-up
#313 This or That? Nonplated vs Plated 2026 Shoes? Versatile vs. Specific Footwear? Soft or Firm for Long Runs?30 Sep 202601:11:11

David and Andrea run through a new round of This or That, They weigh the Sonicblast 2 against the SC Rebel, debate non-plated versus plated performance trainers, and take sides on specific-task versus versatile footwear. Also, what's better: recovery runs or long walks? Liquids or gels during long runs? And much more. Want your ideas on the next This or That? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com.

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code DORSEPT10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:04 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 15:52 - This or That? Sonicblast 2 or SC Rebel?
  • 23:00 - Non-plated or plated 2026 performance trainers?
  • 32:00 - Specific-task shoes or versatile shoes?
  • 41:10 - Recovery run or long walk?
  • 52:48 - More outsole for durability or less outsole for less weight?
  • 57:14 - Liquids or gels during long runs?
  • 59:30 - Cucumber lime or watermelon Skratch?
  • 1:02:54 - Soft or firm midsoles for long runs?
  • 1:09:30 - Wrap-up
#312 How Adidas Developed the New Adios Pro 522 Sep 202600:32:58

Matt sits down with Stephan Scholten, adidas' Global Vice President of Product, for an inside look at the development of the Adios Pro 5. Scholten walks through what's new in Adidas's popular racer — from the Energy Rim and updated geometry to changes in the Lightstrike Pro midsole, outsole traction, and upper.

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code DORSEPT10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 0:50 - Overview of the new elements of the Adios Pro 5
  • 3:14 - What does the new energy rim bring to the shoe?
  • 6:14 - How has the geometry changed?
  • 7:48 - How has the midsole changed?
  • 11:24 - How they improved the outsole traction
  • 15:48 - Durability testing
  • 20:32 - How have Adidas athletes responded to the shoe?
  • 22:12 - Upper changes
  • 25:28 - Big lessons Adidas has learned from their new racing shoes
  • 30:22 - The future of the Adizero line
  • 31:14 - Wrap-up
#311 Mailbag! Do Height and Weight Influence Shoes? Tempus 2 Replacement? Drawbacks to Having Only One Shoe?16 Sep 202600:50:56

David and Matt dig into the mailbag, covering whether there are any drawbacks to running in just one shoe, advice on managing ligament injuries, and how height and weight influence the way runners interact with their footwear. They also field questions on shoe choices for HIIT and hybrid training, whether high-drop shoes still have a place, and recommendations for replacing the Saucony Tempus 2. Want your mailbag question on the next episode? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com!

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code DORSEPT10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:44 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 22:08 - Are there any drawbacks to only running in one shoe?
  • 26:32 - Any advice on managing ligament injuries?
  • 29:12 - How does our height and weight impact how we interact with shoes?
  • 34:48 - What shoes should I use for HIIT/hybrid training?
  • 39:16 - Are high (8-12mm) drop shoes still ok?
  • 44:08 - Recommendations for replacing the Saucony Tempus 2
  • 50:04 - Wrap-up
#310 We Rank Our 5 Performance Trainers: Does Fit Matter More than Midsoles?09 Sep 202601:06:13

What's more important: fit or performance? Nathan, Matt, and David rank five performance trainers based on fit, then weight in on how fit and performance work together to better help you figure out what shoes work best for you.

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code DORSEPT10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 6:58 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 37:58 - Ranking five shoes by fit
  • 39:46 - #5
  • 44:18 - #4
  • 45:58 - #3
  • 50:34 - #2
  • 55:06 - #1
  • 58:10 - How do fit and performance work together?
  • 1:05:24 - Wrap-up
#309 Are Chinese Shoes Taking Over? Is Kejelcha Greatest All-Time? Biggest Shoe Surprise of 2026? | Group Chat02 Sep 202601:09:55

Join David and Matt as they go on a free-wheeling conversation on where running is headed. They discuss whether Asian shoe brands are poised for a bigger presence in the US market, whether the trend of new-age foams making their way into daily trainers is a net positive, and which shoe has surprised them most in 2026. They close things out with a debate on where Yomif Kejelcha ranks among the greatest distance runners of all time.

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code DORSEPT10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 0:43 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 32:24 - Are we going to start seeing more Asian shoes in the US?
  • 43:03 - Is the trend of new-age foams in daily trainers a good thing?
  • 51:59 - What shoe has surprised you in 2026?
  • 58:23 - Where does Yomif Kejelcha stand in the greatest distance runners of all time?
  • 1:09:01 - Wrap-up
#308 Mailbag! Understanding Your Running Form, Road Shoes for Knee Pain, Altra Vanish Carbon 2 First Thoughts26 Aug 202601:03:20

Nathan, Matt, & David are here for our latest mailbag round. Matt shares some early thoughts on the Altra Vanish Carbon 3 and runs through more shoes currently in testing before diving into the mailbag. They tackle questions on how to actually sense your own running mechanics, what it means for your form to be "right," road shoe recommendations for knee pain while returning to running, and how to find new shoes after coming back from a long injury layoff. Want your mailbag question on the next episode? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com!

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code AUGDOR10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:48 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 17:00 - Altra Vanish Carbon 3 first thoughts
  • 21:18 - More testing shoes
  • 35:42 - How to sense your mechanics?
  • 42:10 - How can you know if your form is "right"?
  • 50:34 - Road shoes to help with knee pain while returning to running
  • 56:40 - Finding new shoes after a long injury break
  • 1:02:36 - Wrap-up
#307 Nike Pegasus Plus 2 First Thoughts + Matt and Andrea Debate the Summer's Best New Releases20 Aug 202601:12:05

Andrea and Matt kick things off with early impressions of the Nike Pegasus Plus 2 before diving into another round of Buy or Sell. They debate whether the New Balance SC Elite v6 is the best super shoe the brand has ever made, whether the Clifton Pro deserves the title of best Clifton, and if the Topo Specter 3 stands as the brand's best shoe yet. Want your buy/sell take on the next episode? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com!

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code AUGDOR10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:14 - Nike Pegasus Plus 2 first thoughts
  • 7:22 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 21:10 - Buy or Sell: the SC Elite v6 is the best super shoe New Balance has ever made
  • 30:28 - The Clifton Pro is the best Clifton
  • 35:20 - The Specter 3 is Topo's best shoe
  • 41:46 - The Specter Elite is better than the On Cloudmonster 3 Hyper for the marathon
  • 45:14 - ATPU is better than PEBA
  • 49:30 - Rockers are specific to certain foot strikes
  • 1:02:16 - The SC Rebel should replace the Rebel
  • 1:10:08 - Wrap-up
#306 Why You Shouldn’t Sleep on Topo Athletics: Brand Breakdown12 Aug 202601:14:31

If you've been with us for a while, you know we're big fans of Topo Athletic. They're new releases: Specter 3 and Specter Elite have gotten some big acclaim, and for good reason. But, you might not know about their full line of shoes. Matt, David, and Nathan are here to break down their lineup, from daily trainers, to max cushion shoes, to minimalist options.

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code AUGDOR10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters:

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:04 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 20:50 - A history of Topo Athletic
  • 30:22 - Topo Phantom 4 & Atmos 2
  • 34:36 - Ultrafly 6 & Aura
  • 44:34 - Cyclone 2, Specter 3, Specter Elite
  • 56:40 - Trail models
  • 1:10:44 - Minimalist shoes
  • 1:13:22 - Wrap-up
#305 We Debate Footstrike Myths!05 Aug 202601:09:47

Our social algorithms are full of quick-fix suggestions from "experts" telling us how this one change to foot strike (or cadence or form, etc) will fix all our pain! But they're often too good to be true. Matt, David, and Nathan do some footstrike mythbusting, starting with a primer on what footstrike actually is and how it factors into injury risk. They work through several persistent myths such as that most elite runners are mid/forefoot strikers, that forefoot striking is inherently more efficient, that changing footstrike is an easy fix for pain and more.

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code AUGDOR10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:01 - Reacting to Josh Kerr's new mile world record
  • 11:32 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 25:20 - A primer on footstrike
  • 35:30 - How footstrike influences injury risk
  • 39:36 - Myth: most/all elite runners are mid/forefoot strikers
  • 42:20 - Myth: forefoot strike is more efficient
  • 47:38 - Myth: changing your footstrike is an easy fix for pain reduction
  • 52:04 - Myth: footstrike never changes
  • 55:40 - How footstrike can influence shoe choice
  • 1:06:30 - Wrap-up
#304 Mailbag! New Balance SC Rebel vs. Elite v6? Difference Between Rockers and Toe-Spring? Do I Need Flexible AND Rockered Shoe?29 Jul 202600:57:20

Nathan and Matt dig into the mailbag after sharing early thoughts on the New Balance SC Rebel and SC Elite v6 in this week's In For Testing. They cover a wide range of your questions, including whether unworn shoes age in storage, what makes a good all-terrain "safe" shoe, the biomechanical differences between forefoot rockers and toe-spring, and whether it's worth rotating flexible shoes with stiffer, rockered ones, and much more. Want your mailbag question on the next episode? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com!

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code SUMMERDOCS (for July) and AUGDOR10 (for August) to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:46 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 9:54 - Thoughts on the New Balance SC Rebel
  • 15:32 - New Balance SC Elite v6
  • 21:32 - Do shoes age when stored without being worn?
  • 24:00 - Good all-around, all-terrain "safe" shoes
  • 26:34 - The difference between forefoot rockers and toe-spring, and their biomechanical effects
  • 34:50 - Is it helpful to rotate flexible shoes with stiff, rockered shoes?
  • 40:34 - Does everyone with low arches need stability shoes?
  • 44:46 - Can big toe stiffness cause arch pain?
  • 48:24 - Is there a shoe similar to the New Balance 860?
  • 50:20 - Super shoes with some stability
  • 53:04 - Best shoes with arch support
  • 56:14 - Wrap-up
#303 2026 Daily Trainers Go Head-to-Head in Our World Cup!!22 Jul 202601:19:52

Matt, David, and Nathan bring bracket-style competition to the podcast, seeding a 16-team field of flagship daily trainers — one from each brand — in an homage to the World Cup that just wrapped up. Tune in to listen to them pit these shoes head-to-head and see who's crowned the champion! We want to know who'd be in your bracket or who your champion would be. Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com.

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code SUMMERDOCS to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:42 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 22:14 - Daily trainers: a bracket face-off
  • 24:40 - #1 Asics Novablast vs. #16 Diadora Cellula
  • 28:30 - #2 Hoka Clifton vs. #15 Mount to Coast R1
  • 33:00 - #3 Saucony Ride vs. #14 Altra Experience Flow
  • 37:16 - #4 New Balance 1080 vs. #13 Topo Phantom 4
  • 41:56 - #5 Nike Pegasus vs. #12 Adidas Supernova Rise
  • 47:50 - #6 Brooks Ghost vs. #11 Skechers AeroBurst
  • 53:12 - #7 Mizuno Waverider vs. #10 Puma Velocity Nitro
  • 56:30 - #8 On Cloudsurfer vs. #9 Salomon Aeroglide
  • 1:01:11 - Quarterfinals
  • 1:07:54 - Semifinals
  • 1:12:44 - The Final
  • 1:18:52 - Wrap-up
#302 Buy or Sell: Changing Legacy Shoes? Brands Making Variants of a Favorite Shoe? Specialty Racing Shoe Uppers?15 Jul 202601:07:33

Matt and David take on another round of Buy or Sell! They debate whether brands should be creating multiple variants of the same shoe, adding specialty uppers to existing models, spinning off new lines from popular shoes, and making dramatic changes to long-standing favorites. They also weigh in on whether uppers matter more than midsoles before closing out with a couple bonus mailbag questions. Want your buy/sell proposition or mailbag question on the next episode? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com!

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code SUMMERDOCS to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 3:50 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 21:50 - Buy or Sell: Making multiple variants of the same shoe
  • 28:18 - Specialty uppers on existing shoes
  • 33:15 - Uppers are more important than midsoles
  • 36:16 - Creating new shoe models out of popular shoe lines
  • 44:47 - Dramatically changing a long-standing shoe
  • 51:08 - Mailbag: what causes black toenails?
  • 56:14 - Racing shoes to help with SI joint pain
  • 1:06:22 - Wrap-up
#301 Fact or Fiction? You Can Adjust to Any Shoe? Cooldowns are Important? 40+ Mile Weeks are Needed for Marathons?08 Jul 202600:54:08

Nathan and David team up for a new round of Fact or Fiction, playing myth busters with your latest questions. They weigh in on questions about drop adjustment, cooldowns, gait analysis, training frequency and mileage, whether running builds muscle, and how walk/run intervals stack up against continuous shorter efforts.

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code SUMMERDOCS to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:56 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 19:52 - Fact or Fiction: You can adjust to running in a shoe with an uncomfortable drop
  • 25:34 - Having a cooldown is important
  • 30:28 - Gait analysis is key to becoming a better athlete
  • 34:28 - You need to run at least twice a week to see a benefit
  • 37:44 - You should re-tie your shoes after every run
  • 40:52 - Running builds muscle
  • 42:32 - You need to run at least 40mi per week to finish a marathon
  • 49:06 - Shorter runs where you don't stop are better than walk/run intervals
  • 52:18 - Wrap-up
#300 The Best Shoes We Tested So Far in 2026 (Episode 300!)01 Jul 202601:16:03

Episode 300 is here! And Matt, David, and Andrea mark the milestone by taking stock of the best running shoes of 2026 so far. They work through their top picks across every major category — daily trainers, stability and stable neutral shoes, performance trainers, racing shoes, and strength training and trail shoes. We want to hear from you! What are your favorite shoes of the year so far? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com.

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code SUMMERDOCS to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:19 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 15:52 - Categorizing our top shoes of 2026 so far
  • 19:36 - Top Daily Trainer
  • 29:02 - Top stability/stable neutral
  • 40:52 - Top performance trainers
  • 53:20 - Top racing shoes
  • 1:06:56 - Top strength training & trail shoes
  • 1:14:32 - Wrap-up
#299 Mailbag! Top Stable Neutral Shoes of 2026? Shoes for Bunions?24 Jun 202601:02:26

David, Matt, and Nathan dig into the mailbag, fielding questions on stable neutral shoe picks, footwear options for runners dealing with bunions, trail stability shoes, and what the evidence says about compression for tendinopathies.

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code DORJUNE10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:30 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 22:18 - Current favorite stable neutral shoes
  • 30:22 - Running & walking shoes for dealing with bunions
  • 41:12 - Trail stability shoes
  • 49:52 - Does compression help tendinopathies?
  • 1:00:32 - Wrap-up
#298 Ranking Our Top 5 Favorite Max Cushion Shoes of All-Time17 Jun 202600:50:14

David and BJ count down their top five max cushion shoes of all time, breaking down what earns a shoe a spot on the list and what sets the top pick apart from the rest of the field, including some deep cuts and new favorites. What are your favorite max cushion shoes? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com!

We're thrilled to announce our apparel collaboration with Rabbit! The collection includes the EZ Tee SS, EZ Tee LS, and a unisex Go-to Hoodie. Pre-sale is open June 3–June 17th, with gear shipping the week of July 6th. Check it out at https://www.runinrabbit.com/collections/doctors-of-running. Note that the monthly discount code cannot be applied to collab items.

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code DORJUNE10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:42 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 17:39 - #5 Max Cushion Shoe
  • 24:02 - #4
  • 29:43 - #3
  • 36:10 - #2
  • 42:48 - #1 Max Cushion Shoe of all time
  • 49:10 - Wrap-up
#297 This or That? Choosing Between High End vs. Mid Tier Shoes10 Jun 202601:00:58

Nathan, Matt, and David play a round of This or That, pitting mainline trainers against their premium counterparts to decide which they'd actually pick. They work through head-to-head matchups across several major brands — Asics, Brooks, Saucony, Hoka, Puma, and On — weighing the real-world differences in ride, value, and who each shoe is really for.

We're thrilled to announce our apparel collaboration with Rabbit! The collection includes the EZ Tee SS, EZ Tee LS, and a unisex Go-to Hoodie. Pre-sale is open thru June 17th, with gear shipping the week of July 6th. Check it out at https://www.runinrabbit.com/collections/doctors-of-running. Note that the monthly discount code cannot be applied to collab items.

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code DORJUNE10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 0:31 - Rabbit X DOR gear!
  • 3:29 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 23:24 - This or That: Asics Novablast 6 or Superblast 3?
  • 34:12 - Brooks Glycerin 23 or Glycerin Max 2
  • 39:06 - Saucony Ride 19 or Paramount Max
  • 44:36 - Triumph 24 or Paramount Max
  • 48:40 - Hoka Clifton 10 or Hoka Skyward X 2
  • 51:24 - Puma Velocity Nitro 4 or Magmax 2
  • 54:30 - On Cloudmonster 3 or Cloudmonster 3 Hyper
  • 1:00:08 - Wrap-up
#296 Mailbag! Best Light Trainers? High Drop Alternatives? + Introducing Our New Rabbit x DOR Merch!!03 Jun 202601:03:09

Nathan, Matt, and David open with an update on David's post-Boston rehab before diving into the mailbag. They field a range of footwear and injury questions, covering shoe options for Achilles tendinopathy and medial knee OA, alternatives to high-drop shoes, road-to-trail crossover picks, and lightweight daily trainer recommendations. They also help a listener find a replacement for the Brooks Hyperion 2.

We're thrilled to announce our apparel collaboration with Rabbit! The collection includes the EZ Tee SS, EZ Tee LS, and a unisex Go-to Hoodie. Pre-sale is open June 3–June 17th, with gear shipping the week of July 6th. Check it out at https://www.runinrabbit.com/collections/doctors-of-running. Note that the monthly discount code cannot be applied to collab items.

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code DORJUNE10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:16 - David's rehab after Boston
  • 12:04 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 27:46 - Replacements for the Brooks Hyperion 2
  • 33:50 - Shoe suggestions for dealing with Achilles Tendinopathy
  • 38:34 - Alternatives to high-drop shoes
  • 45:42 - Favorite road-to-trail shoes
  • 49:26 - Dealing with medial knee OA
  • 54:48 - Lightweight daily trainer/non-plated super shoes suggestions
  • 1:02:06 - Wrap-up
#295 Rethinking How We Categorize Shoes27 May 202601:02:42

Matt and Andrea work through a range of shoes they've been testing, sharing thoughts on the direction Saucony and Brooks are heading, Andrea's track spike adventures, and a mix of recent pickups including the Asics Kayano 33 and On Cloudmonster Hyper LS. The conversation then shifts to a broader question: whether the way we currently categorize running shoes has gotten overcomplicated, using the Brooks Hyperion Max 4, Mizuno Hyperwarp Pro, Saucony Endorphin Pro 5, Endorphin Azura, and more as jumping-off points for discussion. What do you think? How do you categorize shoes? We'd love feedback! Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com.

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Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code MAYDOCS10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 6:18 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 10:34 - Thoughts on Saucony's new shoes
  • 16:42 - Thoughts on the direction Brooks is going
  • 23:36 - Andrea's track spike adventures
  • 26:31 - Asics Kayano 33, On Cloudmonster Hyper LS, and others
  • 36:00 - Rethinking how we categorize shoes
  • 40:54 - Where does the Brooks Hyperion Max 4 fit?
  • 47:16 - Mizuno Hyperwarp Pro
  • 50:02 - Saucony Endorphin Pro 5
  • 54:02 - Endorphin Azura
  • 59:08 - Brooks Hyperion Max v1
  • 1:01:04 - Wrap-up
#294 Fact or Fiction: Soft Shoes Reduce Injury Risks? High Arches Means You Need Arch Support? Skipping Warmups is Bad?20 May 202601:04:11

Nathan, Matt, and David put a series of common running beliefs to the test in a round of Fact or Fiction. They dig into questions about training, biomechanics, and gear — weighing the evidence on everything from compression socks and treadmill incline settings to warmup routines, arch support, and what the research actually says about running efficiency and injury risk.

Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code MAYDOCS10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:14 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 13:00 - Thoughts on Brooks shoes & perceived midsole softness
  • 25:08 - Fact or Fiction? You should stretch before running
  • 31:00 - Compression socks are good for foot movement and muscles
  • 33:18 - Putting a treadmill at 1% incline will emulate road running
  • 39:16 - Most overtraining injuries come down to nutrition
  • 45:56 - Speedwork is still good to do for senior runners
  • 47:40 - Having high arches means you need arch support & people with flat feet need barefoot shoes
  • 53:44 - Skipping warmup & cooldown increases injury risk
  • 58:14 - Running with a soft landing makes you more efficient & reduces injury risk
#293 David’s Boston Marathon Recap, New Brooks and Saucony Shoes13 May 202601:39:10

Matt and David work through a packed shoe rotation before David shares a detailed account of his Boston Marathon experience. On the footwear side, they cover the Brooks Hyperion Max 4, Saucony Triumph 24, Saucony Hurricane 26, Under Armour Velocity Distance, Brooks Ghost 18, a race review of the Saucony Endorphin Elite 3, and more. Then David takes listeners through the full Boston weekend — from the days leading up to the race through race day and the aftermath.

Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code MAYDOCS10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 4:18 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 9:42 - Brooks Hyperion Max 4
  • 13:28 - Saucony Triumph 24
  • 21:16 - Saucony Hurricane 26
  • 24:58 - Upcoming trail shoes
  • 28:28 - Under Armour Velocity Distance
  • 30:52 - Brooks Ghost 18
  • 34:00 - Should new runners start with budget shoes?
  • 39:40 - Saucony Endorphin Elite 3 race review
  • 46:14 - Adidas Terrex Agravic 4
  • 49:08 - David's Boston recap: weekend leading to the race
  • 1:07:44 - Boston Marathon Monday
  • 1:21:42 - Post-race
  • 1:28:22 - Wrap-up
#292 Between Two Feet: Superblast 3, Deviate Nitro Elite 4 and the Benefits of Super Shoe Diversity06 May 202601:05:45

Matt and Andrea are back for another Between Two Feet episode, comparing notes on a trio of high-performance shoes. They work through the ASICS Superblast 3, the Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 4, and the On Cloudmonster 3 Hyper, sharing how each shoe performs across different foot types and running styles. Along the way they dig into the nuances of foam softness and sole flare, how mechanics & foot strike change how you might perceive a shoe, and make the case for why brands diversifying their racing shoe lineups is a win for runners.

Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code MAYDOCS10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters:

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 0:46 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 18:14 - ASICS Superblast 3
  • 26:44 - Foam softness & sole flare
  • 37:42 - Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 4
  • 45:58 - The benefit of brands diversifying their racing shoe lineups
  • 55:41 - On Cloudmoster 3 Hyper
  • 1:04:02 - Wrap-up
#291 Mailbag! London Marathon Thoughts? Ideal Walking Shoes? Favorite Easy Day Trainer?29 Apr 202600:58:50

Nathan, Matt, and David open with their reactions to the London Marathon before diving into the mailbag. They field questions on finding the right walking shoes for knee pain, navigating how to get get into physical therapy specializing in runners, balancing strength training alongside a running schedule and more.

Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code MAYDOCS10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:52 - London Marathon reaction
  • 13:30 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 28:12 - Ideal walking shoes for knee pain
  • 36:28 - How to get into PT for runners
  • 43:24 - Favorite fun easy day shoes
  • 49:34 - Balancing strength training & running
  • 58:18 - Wrap-up
#290 Buy or Sell: Data is Overrated? Banning Water Cups at Marathons? Super Trainers are Better?22 Apr 202601:02:44

Matt and David are back with a new installment of Buy or Sell. They debate the merits of data versus hands-on testing in shoe reviews and make the case that the era of 35-39mm being considered max cushion is officially over. They also look ahead at where the industry is heading — from the coming wave of 50mm+ shoes to a future with three tiers of racing footwear and much more. Want your debate featured on the next Buy or Sell? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com

Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code SPRINGDOCS to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:40 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 10:04 - Buy or sell: getting rid of water cups at races
  • 14:28 - Using data over testing for reviews
  • 21:18 - Squeezing midsoles & bending shoes to determine how they feel
  • 25:04 - Using durometer to determine midsole performance
  • 29:16 - 35-39mm is no longer max cushion
  • 32:54 - We will have many 50mm+ shoes in the next two years
  • 37:12 - Brands will start to have 3 tiers of racing shoes
  • 44:22 - Super trainers are better than training companion shoes
  • 50:54 - Super shoes decrease injury risk
  • 53:19 - Super shoes are bad for the Achilles tendon
  • 1:01:38 - Wrap-up
#289 The Science of Walking Shoes15 Apr 202601:07:23

Matt, Nathan, and David lace up for a deep dive into the biomechanics of walking and what they mean for footwear. They break down how the foot moves through the gait cycle, what characteristics make a shoe well-suited for walking, and how details like heel bevel factor into the equation. The crew also rounds up their top brand picks for walking shoes and works through how to match common injuries with the right walking footwear.

Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/

Rabbit is the presenting partner of our podcast. You can use code SPRINGDOCS to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can't be combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:14 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 20:28 - An intro to the mechanics of walking
  • 27:18 - How the foot moves while you walk
  • 34:18 - Characteristics of shoes that are good for walking
  • 47:48 - How does the heel bevel effect walking shoes
  • 49:16 - Top 3 brands for good walking shoes
  • 54:32 - Pairing common injuries with walking footwear
  • 1:06:32 - Wrap-up
#288 Mailbag! Best Stable Max Cushion? Shoes for Knee Pain? Training While Sick?08 Apr 202601:03:23

Nathan, David, and Matt dig into the mailbag to tackle your questions. They compare the On Cloudmonster Hyper 3 and Saucony Endorphin Azura and help a listener find a road shoe similar to the Puma Deviate Nitro Trail. They also get into the clinical side of things, offering shoe recommendations for ITB-related knee pain, upper-body strength training for runners, and how to navigate marathon training when illness gets in the way.

Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/

We're thrilled to have Rabbit as a presenting partner! You can use code SPRINGDOCS to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can’t combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 3:24 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 24:16 - On Cloudmonster Hyper 3 vs. Saucony Endorphin Azura
  • 30:08 - Shoe suggestion for ITB-related knee pain
  • 38:10 - Upper-body strength training suggestions
  • 43:08 - Brooks Adrenaline vs. ASICS Kayano vs. Mizuno Wave Inspire
  • 50:12 - Similar road shoes to the Puma Deviate Nitro Trail
  • 54:52 - Marathon training while fighting illnesses
  • 1:02:10 - Wrap-up
#287 The Latest on Super Shoe Research 2.0: Matching Up to Your Running, Known Effects on the Body, How to Adapt Appropriately01 Apr 202601:00:27

Matt is joined by Dr. Iain Hunter of Brigham Young University's Exercise Science department for an evidence-based deep dive into the science of super shoes. Drawing on his own research, Dr. Hunter explores the wide variability in how runners respond to plated footwear and tackles the practical questions runners are asking — whether super shoes are right for everyone, how to find the right fit, and how to integrate them wisely into training. They also dig into what the research says about tendon health, trail super shoes, and maintaining foot and calf strength.

Dr. Hunter completed a mathematics education degree with a coaching minor at BYU followed by a Master's of Education in coaching. His interests in biomechanics grew during his master's degree which led him to continue education with a PhD in Health and Human Performance at Oregon State University. He teaches biomechanics while working with USA Track and Field applying his research to elite distance runners.

Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/

We're thrilled to have Rabbit as a presenting partner! You can use code SPRINGDOCS to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can’t combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:20 - Dr. Iain Hunter's background
  • 6:48 - How the results of Iain's studies have impacted his training
  • 11:20 - How do people's responses to super shoes vary?
  • 21:54 - Does everyone need a super shoe? How should they find the right one for them?
  • 25:48 - Advice on training in super shoes
  • 30:42 - How super shoe effect tendon health
  • 41:34 - What's the research on trail super shoes?
  • 45:10 - How to maintain foot & calf strength
  • 50:28 - What's coming next for Dr. Hunter's research?
  • 53:02 - Adapting to super shoes
  • 57:44 - Finding Dr. Hunter's work online
  • 59:16 - Wrap-up
#286 Our Favorite Shoes of 2026 So Far, and David’s Running the Boston Marathon!?25 Mar 202601:15:32

The beginning of 2026 has been absolutely loaded with new shoe releases, and David and Andrea are here to pick their Top 3 (plus a few honorable mentions) for the year so far, including picks from On, Saucony, Mizuno and more. Also, David's running Boston with Adidas in just a few short weeks! Tune in to hear about his training and mindset leading up to the big day.

Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/

We're thrilled to have Rabbit as a presenting partner! You can use code DORMARCH10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can’t combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:26 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 13:56 - Our favorite shoes of 2026 so far: honorable mentions
  • 22:34 - #3
  • 31:52 - #2
  • 36:30 - #1
  • 41:14 - David's leadup to the Boston Marathon with Adidas
  • 53:46 - David's current training routine
  • 1:01:16 - Lessons learned with training changes
  • 1:10:26 - The differences for Andrea between professional cycling and masters track
  • 1:13:08 - Wrap-up


#285 Sharing Our Strength Routines, Debunking Weightlifting Myths, and What We’re Testing18 Mar 202600:56:54

Weightlifting: runners know it has a myriad of benefits but it can be a struggle to fit it into already full training and life schedules. Matt & Nathan are here to help. They dive into the physiology of how weightlifting actually benefits runners, and how to maximize that benefit, with tips on how to fit it into your running schedule They also discuss their current weight routines and the why behind them.

Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/

We're thrilled to have Rabbit as a presenting partner! You can use code DORMARCH10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can’t combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:06 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 27:06 - The role of weight lifting for runners
  • 31:22 - Weightlifting myths
  • 41:48 - Matt's routine
  • 48:46 - Nathan's routine
  • 55:34 - Wrap-up
#284 Mailbag! Is There Real Science Behind Recovery Shoes? Best Stable Neutral Long Run Shoes? Lightweight vs. Max Cushion?11 Mar 202601:06:52

Time to open up our mailbox for your questions! Nathan, Matt, and David join up to tackle questions about recovery runs, compression gear, stable neutral long run shoes, and much more. Want your question answered? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com!

Get your DOR Merch: https://doctors-of-running.myspreadshop.com/

We're thrilled to have Rabbit as a presenting partner! You can use code DORMARCH10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can’t combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com.

Our In For Testing segment is fueled by Skratch Labs! Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:04 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 22:46 - Hiking shoes for ankle pathologies
  • 30:38 - The science behind recovery runs & recovery run shoes
  • 41:32 - Are there any benefits to compression gear?
  • 46:16 - Stable neutral long run shoes
  • 52:18 - Lightweight or high cushion a priority?
  • 1:00:18 - Is it possible to run a marathon and then run a half the next weekend?
  • 1:06:18 - Wrap-up
#283 Breaking Down the Cielo X1 with Hoka04 Mar 202600:51:49

Hoka's making big strides in 2026 with a big updated to their top-tier distance racing shoe: the Cielo X1 3.0. Matt is joined by Rebekah Broe, Senior Director of Product Performance Footwear at HOKA, to dive into every detail of the changes. They talk foam composition, midsole geometry, tweaks to the plate and much more!

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Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:06 - The origin of the Cielo X1 line
  • 5:26 - How long did development take?
  • 8:26 - How has 3.0's geometry changed from the previous version?
  • 14:34 - Why did the cutouts change?
  • 19:14 - What Hoka sees as the ideal use for this shoe
  • 22:18 - The role of the central groove
  • 27:12 - How has the plate changed?
  • 33:02 - The nature of the midsole foam
  • 39:30 - Upper changes
  • 45:18 - Who does Hoka think this shoe will/won't work for?
  • 49:36 - Wrap-up
#282 Becoming a Competitive Masters Runner, ft. Jennifer St. Jean25 Feb 202601:01:01

On this episode, Andrea is joined by Jennifer St. Jean, an incredibly accomplished masters track runner and high school & collegiate coach. Jen shares insights from her long and decorated masters track career on how to stay healthy, consistent, and competitive as you age.

Jen is a mom of 3, she’s coached all ages including high school & college. She’s a researcher at Columbia Presbyterian Hospital. Her lifetime PRs 1500/800m 4:19/2:08. She runs for Central Park Track Club Tracksmith and is an Alum of UMass Amherst. She’s a multi-time masters national champion and World Indoor Masters Champ in the 1500m.

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Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:14 - Jenn's running background
  • 8:16 - Tips for transferring from high school to collegiate training
  • 11:32 - The post-collegiate transition
  • 15:24 - Balancing racing and resting
  • 18:44 - Becoming a competitive masters athlete
  • 30:54 - Tips for getting into competitive masters track
  • 36:20 - How has high school/collegiate coaching & training changed over the years?
  • 43:18 - Jenn's biggest tip for the parents of high school runners
  • 46:40 - How training changes over the years
  • 51:04 - Jenn's shoe rotation
  • 1:00:14 - Wrap-up
#281 Talking All Things Superblast 3 with ASICS18 Feb 202600:48:36

ASICS is coming in hot as we head into Spring with a big update to one of their most beloved models: the Superblast 3. Nathan and David are joined by Paul Lang (ASICS Global Footwear Senior Product Manager for Performance Running) to talk about all the changes. Version 3 introduces FF Leap, first seen in the Metaspeed series, a re-tooled upper, and much more. Tune in to hear the behind the scenes story of the Superblast 3!

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Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 3:06 - What was the vision behind the Superblast 3
  • 5:22 - How does Asics test their shoes?
  • 11:34 - Midsole origins and design
  • 15:48 - David's comparitive experiences between the Superblast 2 and 3
  • 20:14 - Why no plate? Why the specific stack height?
  • 25:12 - Upper design
  • 33:44 - Changes to the outsole
  • 35:02 - The "Blast" line as a whole
  • 40:32 - If you could pick one "Blast" shoe, which one are you picking?
  • 45:04 - What's coming next for the Blast line
  • 47:22 - Wrap-up
#280 This or That? Easy Day Shoe or Do-it-All? Super Trainers or Plated Trainers? Frigid Cold in SHORTS or Hot Run in Long PANTS?11 Feb 202601:06:44

If we have a favorite phrase, you know it's going to be "it depends." Well, not when we've got a round of "This or That"! Nathan, Matt, and David put themselves on the hot seat to tackle your This or That ideas. Super trainers or plated trainers? Hot weather or cold weather? Running in a blizzard or running in a hurricane?! Things get a little wild on this one, so tune in!

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Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 3:20 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 21:00 - This or That: true easy day shoe or a do-it-all shoe?
  • 27:16 - Running in frigid cold with shorts, or in heat with long pants?
  • 36:00 - Super trainers or plated performance trainers?
  • 41:02 - Donut mile or beer mile?
  • 45:46 - More fun: 5K training or marathon training?
  • 49:52 - Marathon race route: out & back or a loop?
  • 51:26 - Achilles tear or ACL tear?
  • 52:54 - Stability racing shoes or stability trainers?
  • 55:36 - Run in a tropical storm or run in a blizzard?
  • 1:01:34 - For long-term health: super shoes or no super shoes?
  • 1:05:06 - Seattle Seahawks or New England Patriots?
  • 1:06:20 - Wrap-up
#279 Fact or Fiction! 180+ Cadence is Ideal? Running is Bad for Your Knees? Super Shoes Aren’t for Slow Runners?04 Feb 202601:13:39

Time for a little DOR myth busting! Nathan, David, and Matt team up to take a look at some user-submitted running "truths", to shed some light on whether they're fact or fiction. Does your cadence need to be at least 180spm? Is it ok to run in super shoes if you're "slow"? How much cushion is too much? We'd love to do more of these, so hit us up with your running myths at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com.

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Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:14 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 13:14 - Fact or Fiction? If you need orthotics once, you need them forever
  • 25:00 - Most runs should be Zone 2 + 80/20 training
  • 33:14 - Running cadence should be at least 180 steps per minute
  • 38:50 - More cushion is better
  • 44:04 - Running is bad for your knees
  • 51:04 - Barefoot shoes cause injuries
  • 57:30 - Super shoes don't work for slower runners
  • 1:03:08 - Soft surfaces reduce injury risk
  • 1:09:30 - All shoes can be trail shoes if you try hard enough
  • 1:12:48 - Wrap-up
#278 Our Three Biggest Issues with Shoe Fit, Ranked28 Jan 202601:03:28

When we talk shoes it's almost always midsoles: foams, plates, geometries, hype. We often forget the uppers of our shoes, and problems with them can make or break the running experience. Matt, David, and Nathan get together to talk about their three biggest pet-peeves when it comes to shoe fit. Heel rubbing, too much padding, narrow forefoots, and more. What are your fit pet-peeves? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com.

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We're thrilled to introduce Rabbit as a presenting partner! You can use code DORJAN10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can’t combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com/.

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Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:16 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 26:31 - What can make or break a shoe's upper
  • 31:03 - Low forefoot volume and width
  • 32:39 - Not enough room where the midfoot & forefoot transition
  • 35:13 - Overly tapered toe boxes
  • 41:25 - Too early of a taper
  • 43:05 - Overly plush & padded uppers
  • 46:37 - Tongues that are either too thick or too thin
  • 51:37 - Not enough security in the midfoot
  • 54:11 - Heel seams that cause rubbing
  • 57:51 - Heel counters that angle into the Achilles
  • 1:02:31 - Wrap-up
#277 Mailbag! Best Non-Plated Speed Shoes? Does Toe Spring Effect Hyper Extension? Running Advice for Joint Disease and Arthritis?21 Jan 202601:01:18

Our teams loves answering your questions, so here we are to dig into the mailbag! Nathan, Andrea, and David team up and talk to talk shoes, training, and injuries. They discuss advice for running with arthritis and neuromas, the best wet-weather shoes, non-plated speed-training shoes, and much more. Want your question on the next mailbag? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com.

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We're thrilled to introduce Rabbit as a presenting partner! You can use code DORJAN10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can’t combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com/.

Get 20% off your first order from Skratch with code: DOCTORSOFRUNNING! https://www.skratchlabs.com

Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:48 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 16:26 - Advice for running degenerative joint disease and arthritis
  • 25:00 - Good shoes for wet/muddy parkruns
  • 30:34 - Does toe spring effect hyper extension?
  • 40:06 - Brannock size vs. running shoe size
  • 44:46 - Non-plated speed shoes
  • 49:14 - Advice for children dealing with Sever's Disease
  • 54:26 - Shoe options for training with a neuroma
  • 1:00:46 - Wrap-up
#276 Buy or Sell: Saucony Endorphin Azura, ASICS Nimbus 28, Is Runner’s High a Real Thing?14 Jan 202601:12:04

We're heading into the new year with a new round of Buy or Sell, one of our favorite podcast games. If you don't know the drill, we force ourselves to decide whether we buy or sell an idea, shoe, treatment, etc. Today, Nathan, David, and Matt debate the Saucony Endorphin Azura (Shift 3 replacement??), the venerable ASICS Nimbus, whether runner's high really exists, and much more. Want your idea on the next edition of Buy or Sell? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com!

We're thrilled to introduce Rabbit as a presenting partner! You can use code DORJAN10 to get 10% off your entire order of $50.00 or more. Note that the code is limited to one use per customer and can’t combined with other discounts. The code is active from 1st of every month to last day at 11:59PM PST, but don't worry because we'll be bringing you a new code every month. Shop now at https://www.runinrabbit.com/.

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Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 4:26 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 14:20 - Buy/sell: Saucony Endorphin Azura
  • 24:34 - The Azura as a Shift 3 replacement
  • 29:18 - ASICS Nimbus 28 is better than the 27
  • 35:54 - The Saucony Endorphin Pro 5 is a super shoe
  • 44:48 - Running a marathon or ultra in 2026
  • 53:12 - Running doubles
  • 1:01:50 - Runner's high is real
  • 1:11:25 - Wrap-up
#275 The Latest Research on Achilles Tendon Injuries07 Jan 202601:10:47

Nathan and Matt are joined by a very special guest, Dr. Karin Sibernagel, Professor at University of Delaware, to discuss the latest research about tendon anatomy, injury, and rehabilitation. Karin shares her extensive experience, both scientific and practical as a clinician, about everything tendon, especially the Achilles. They dive into the specific anatomy of tendons, why they so often get injured, and what you can do to rehabilitate on your own.

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Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:32 - Karin's background & research
  • 6:30 - An overview of the anatomy of tendons
  • 10:40 - How the muscle, bone, & tendon work together when in movement
  • 14:18 - How to analyze how ready the calf complex is for running
  • 21:18 - They physiology of tendon pain
  • 24:46 - Risk factors for tendon injuries
  • 27:24 - Rehabbing tendon pain
  • 31:08 - Why heavy loading rebuilds tendons
  • 36:38 - Timelines for tendon healing
  • 38:32 - The results of Karin's latest research
  • 48:52 - How useful is shockwave therapy?
  • 54:24 - The role of shoes in achilles tendon pain
  • 59:28 - The effect of consistent super shoe use on tendon health
  • 1:08:54 - Wrap-up
#274 The Topo Athletics Lineup Explained: 2026 Shoe Preview31 Dec 202500:45:32

In this final part of our series meeting with brands to highlight their updates in the next year, Andrea is joined by Russ Stevens & Carolyn Todd from Topo Athletic. They highlight the big redesign to the Specter 3 featuring an all new A-TPU midsole. They'r also bringing updates to the Atmos, Ultrafly, trail favorites like the Terraventure, and many more.

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Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:28 - What makes Topo tick
  • 6:08 - Specter 3
  • 10:47 - Atmos 2
  • 15:34 - Ultrafly 6
  • 19:12 - Aura 2
  • 22:48 - Connect
  • 28:28 - Ultraventure 5
  • 31:18 - Terraventure 5
  • 33:56 - Future Cyclone updates
  • 38:45 - What the next couple years have in store for Topo
  • 43:54 - Wrap-up
#273 Breaking Down Saucony's Foams and New Endorphin Shoes for 202624 Dec 202500:51:42

As we continue our in-depth looks at upcoming 2026 shoes with different brands, David is joined by Luca Ciccone, Cory Hoffman, and Katie Pyle of Saucony, who's coming up big in 2026 with updates and new releases. The Endorphin line gets a new member with the Azura, a plateless PWRRUN PB trainer, and updates to the Endorphin Pro and Elite. Looking for max cushion? The Triumph and Hurricane are getting big updates, and they'll be joined by the new Paramount Max. Listen in to hear about even more of what they have coming next year.

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Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:50 - Endorphin Azura
  • 8:20 - Endorphin Pro 5
  • 14:42 - Endorphin Elite 3
  • 20:56 - Paramount Max
  • 29:32 - Triumph 24
  • 35:02 - Hurricane 26
  • 41:40 - Updates to the Ride & Guide
  • 44:54 - A breakdown of all of Saucony’s foams
  • 50:38 - Wrap-up
#272 Brooks Running 2026 Preview!17 Dec 202501:00:06

We're here with the second episode in a series of interviews with running shoe companies as they show off what they've got in store for 2026! Matt is joined by long time friends of the pod, Tina Danforth and Evan Day from Brooks. They give us a look into Brooks's unique approach to developing shoes for walkers, casual runners, elites, and everyone in between. They walk us through the new Glycerin FLex, Glycerin Max 2, Ghost Trail, Hyperion Elite 6, and many more.


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Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 4:38 - How Brooks approaches shoe "experiences"
  • 12:24 - Glycerin Flex
  • 18:52 - Updates the the rest of the Glycerin line
  • 21:34 - The Ghost line updates
  • 28:02 - Updates to the Beast
  • 31:20 - Updates to the Hyperion Elite
  • 36:50 - Hyperion Max
  • 41:22 - Trail shoe updates
  • 45:40 - The new Revel Max
  • 58:16 - Wrap-up
#271 Inside Mizuno’s High Tech Future: 2026 Shoe Preview10 Dec 202500:47:39

With 2026 right around the corner, we've got a series of conversations with running brand to take a deep dive on the shoes they've got coming up next year. Andrea is joined by Mizuno's Shunsuke Aoi, Global Product Line Manager to take a look at their brand new Hyperwarp line of racing shoes (Pure, Pro, and Elite). They also discuss what we can expect to see in the updates to the fan-favorite Neo Zen and Neo Vista models. Read our Hyperwarp Pure review here, and keep an eye out for reviews of the Elite & Pro models: https://www.doctorsofrunning.com/2025/12/mizuno-hyperwarp-pure-review-2026.html

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Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:06 - An overview of Mizuno's new racing line
  • 6:42 - The development of the Hyperwarp line
  • 8:32 - Hyperwarp Pure
  • 11:26 - Hyperwarp Elite
  • 16:20 - Plate design
  • 23:20 - Hyperwarp Pro
  • 29:06 - The future of the Rebellion line
  • 30:42 - What's next for the Neo line
  • 38:28 - The future of the Wave Rider
  • 41:16 - What 2026 holds for Mizuno
  • 45:36 - Wrap-up
#270 Top Shoe Brand of the Year? Most Innovative Shoe? Biggest Disappointments? | Our 2025 Recap03 Dec 202501:02:45

As we approach the end of 2025, we take some time to recap the year in running. David, Matt, and Nathan team up to talk about their favorite shoe brands, most innovative shoes, most disappointing shoes, what's on the horizon for 2026, and more. What do you think? What were your highlights and lowlights for 2025? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com.

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Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 2:51 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 21:48 - Top shoe brand of 2025
  • 28:30 - Brand to look out for in 2026
  • 32:34 - Best shoe updates of the year
  • 37:38 - Most innovative shoe
  • 44:52 - Biggest disappointment of the year
  • 54:34 - Favorite racing moment of the year
  • 1:01:47 - Wrap-up


#269 Mailbag! Is Heel Drop a Lie? Toe Numbness? Our 2025 Shoe Rotation?26 Nov 202500:55:21

It's time for a mailbag round where we dig through our emails and DMs to answer your questions! Matt & David team up to tackle questions about heel drop, stable-neutral speed shoes, treadmill shoes, how they'd build a rotation, and more. Want your question answered on the next mailbag? Email us at doctorsofrunning@gmail.com.

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Chapters

  • 0:00 - Intro
  • 1:32 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs
  • 8:40 - Is the stated heel drop the same no matter the size of the shoe?
  • 12:00 - Shoe suggestions with a heel rocker, but mild forefoot rocker
  • 17:30 - Shoe & exercise options for toe flexor pain
  • 22:48 - Toe numbness in Vomero Plus
  • 26:30 - Book recommendations
  • 30:08 - Wide options similar to the original Saucony Tempus
  • 36:16 - Choosing shoes for treadmill running
  • 39:46 - How would you build a 3, 2 or 1 shoe rotation?
  • 48:26 - Wrap-up


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