So Why Am I Writing This?
Because I currently own four pairs of running shoes and each one serves a different purpose. Gym shoes, long run/tempo shoes, marathon shoes, and a daily trainer. We can skip the gym shoes because they're pretty basic and serve one purpose. But when it comes to running, each pair plays a specific role. So let's break them down.
Long Run / Tempo Shoes
These are the shoes you reach for when the workout has structure. Whether it's a tempo run where you're holding a pace that makes conversation uncomfortable, or a long run where you need something that still feels good at mile 15, this is the pair that helps you perform. They're typically lighter than a daily trainer but still offer enough cushion to keep your legs from falling apart. I typically run with the Adidas evo sl which I actually got for free from attending a run club in LA. SHOUT OUT VIM (Instagram Link)
Daily Trainers
Daily trainers are for easy miles and quick short runs where the goal isn't speed, it's consistency. This is the pair I lace up when I'm focused on form and stability, making sure each stride is doing what it's supposed to do. They're built to handle volume without breaking down your body, which makes them perfect for base building phases when you're stacking miles and letting your fitness catch up to your ambition. I am using the Lulu Lemon Split shifts and I was also lucky enough to have won them in a raffle with the Belred Runclub (Instagram Link) and Lulu Lemon collab.
Marathon Shoes
These do not come out of the box unless it's race day. They're lighter, faster, and designed to give you every possible advantage when it counts. You don't train in them. You don't wear them on long runs. You don't take them out for easy miles. The only exception is a few short runs to break them in so they're not stiff on race morning. That's it. These are the shoes you save, and when you finally lace them up, you know it's go time.
