Curious About Zero-Drop Shoes? Try These Pairs First
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Prevent Twisted Ankles with Hoka's Brand New Trail Shoe
When you think of Hoka, you probably think of the brand’s plush, comfy road running shoes, like the fan-favorite Cliftons or Bondis. While it’s true that Hoka pioneered the popular max-cushion shoe trend, those high-stack
Why Runners and Podiatrists Love Saucony—Plus, the Best Styles to Try
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Why Every Anxious 20-Something Is Running a Marathon Right Now
Not that long ago, marathons (at least in my mind) were reserved for those I considered “real” runners—the genetically blessed, hyper-disciplined ones who collected shiny medals and enjoyed waking up at 5 a.m. Me? I cou
The Best Treadmill Running Shoes That Won’t Wreck Your Knees
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The Best Running Sunglasses That Stay Put and Look Cute Doing It
About eight miles into a recent ten-mile race, I was tired, dehydrated, and starting to feel some serious brain fog set in. What made me feel even foggier? My sunglasses—an old pair I should not have been running in—compl
You Don’t Have to Spend a Fortune to Find the Perfect Running Shoe
Feel like running shoes get more high-tech every year? You’re not wrong. “There’s a lot of research and development that goes into the running shoe,” running coach Amie Dworecki tells SELF. Cutting-edge materials and
Runners Love These New Balance Shoes—and So Do Podiatrists
Talk to experts about the best New Balance shoes, and one word tends to come up: reliable. As one of the oldest running shoe brands out there, New Balance has always had a reputation for making solid sneaks that get the job d
I've Tested Over 50 Pairs of Running Leggings—These Are the Best
It might seem silly to have pants especially for jogging (shouldn’t any old tights get the job done?). But after you’ve taken on a tough workout in a pair of the best running leggings, you’ll know why specialized gear m
I Found Running Belts With Tons of Pockets That Actually Stay in Place
All products are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission. Confession: I used to completely avoid running belts. The first couple I tried slid up my waist and bounced ar