The Topo Athletics Lineup Explained: 2026 Shoe Preview | DOR Podcast #274

 

The Topo Athletics Lineup Explained: 2026 Shoe Preview
Doctors of Running Podcast, Episode 274

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. 

ASICS Gel Nimbus 28 Review (2026)

ASICS Gel Nimbus 28 Review
By Matthew Klein

 

ASICS has been on a crazy train of change. Like Mizuno, the Japanese companies that were once extremely consistent over the years are now the epicenters of change. They have more running shoes than ever before and may even have the largest running line in the industry. The Kayano series had a massive update that has made it the best it has been in years. The Nimbus saw some big changes in the last few years, with stack height increases, foam changes and more. This year, the long-standing Nimbus series drops to the lowest weight it has ever been. Coming in at a hair under 10 oz for men's size 9, the Gel Nimbus 28 is more than just an upper update. In fact, it is an entirely different shoe.

Best Running Shoes for Walking (2026)

Beginner's Guide to Walking,
and the Best Running Shoes for Walking

By DOR Editorial Team

While this website is called "Doctors of Running," we spend a great time personally either walking in the shoes we test or clinically treating/working with people who are having issues walking. Running usually takes only an hour or two of our day. The rest of the time is spent standing, sitting and walking. Running shoes have become extremely popular for everyday use outside of running due to their comfort. With that in mind, we decided to pull together a guide for those coming here looking for great running shoes specifically for walking or standing. The following guide provides a general overview of walking along with some guidelines you should keep in mind. At the very end you can find a list of recommendations for specific shoes we have found excellent for walking and through personal experience using all-day through our clinical work. 

Breaking Down Saucony's Foams and New Endorphin Shoes for 2026 | DOR Podcast #273

 

 

Breaking Down Saucony's Foams and New Endorphin Shoes for 2026
Doctors of Running Podcast, Episode 273

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.

Topo Athletic Atmos 2 Review (2025)

Topo Athletic Atmos 2 Review
By David Salas and Andrea Myers

 

In past years, Topo Athletic focused more on lower stack height and lower heel-to-toe drop ratio footwear. However in recent times, they have expanded their lineups quite a bit to offer more plush and more responsive options. Additions like the Cyclone and Specter made for a faster and more responsive shoe, while the Atmos filled the void for the plush daily trainer. The Topo Athletic Atmos 2 is their premium daily trainer and provides a balanced rockered experience for cruising along. 

ASICS GlideRide Max 2 Review (2025)

ASICS GlideRide Max 2 Review
By Matthew Klein & David Salas

 

The ASICS Glideride series was a favorite at Doctors of Running for many years. The massive forefoot rocker, while not appropriate for everyone, provided a unique shoe that we often suggested for those wanting to reduce pressure at the front of the foot and reduce stress at the Achilles/calf complex for those who needed it. Some of the later versions started adding toe spring in (extension of the toes) which was not great but still provided a unique ride. Then the awkward period occurred, where we all thought the series had been discontinued. Enter the GlideRide Max, which set out to evolve the series with a new super maximal stack height. The shoe actually did not have as much of a pronounced forefoot rocker as expected though with its new tall stack height. Version two returns as primarily an upper update on paper, but ends up being a completely different feeling and far better shoe. A far better rocker, slightly firmer/more stable platform and a snug upper make for a refined shoe that will divide many people between version two and version one of the GlideRide Max series.

The Monday Shakeout: The Shoes Matt Used for Racing in 2025

The Monday Shakeout: Shoes Matt Used for Racing in 2025
By Matthew Klein

This week Matt talks about the shoes he used for racing in 2025. A slight increase in the number of races for the stroller dad, Matt gives some quick race recaps and thoughts on each shoe as he reflects on goals for 2026.

Brooks Running 2026 Preview! | DOR Podcast #272

 

 

Brooks Running 2026 Preview! 
Doctors of Running Podcast, Episode 272

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.

Guide to Mizuno Running Shoes (2025)

Welcome to our Guide to Mizuno Running Shoes! While Mizuno originally started as a company focused on baseball, they quickly expanded to nearly every sport and became a leader in the running shoe world in the 1980s with their sponsorship of a number of Olympians. In recent years the brand has shifted from a predictable year to year design philosophy to suddenly being one of the most dynamic, unpredictable brands in the market. Read on to learn more about the brand and their road and trail offerings.

Mizuno Hyperwarp Pro Review (2026)

Mizuno Hyperwarp Pro Review
By Matthew Klein and Andrea Myers

 

Evolving from the Rebellion Flash, Pro and Pro Low, Mizuno has debuted a new three-part racing series. While the Pure and Elite serve as extremely light, super racing shoes, the Pro sits as a super trainer with a similar setup to its lighter siblings. Replacing the Rebellion Flash series, the Pro truly mixes racer and trainer together. While other super trainers clearly sit on the training side, the Hyperwarp Pro sits on the racing side with its extremely lightweight and higher price tag. While potentially being a great racing shoe for those doing longer distances or who don't want as aggressive of a shoe compared to true super racers, the Hyperwarp Pro sits in an interesting place.  

Topo Athletics ST-6: Quick Evaluation

Topo Athletics ST-6: Quick Evaluation
By Bach Pham

 

Quick evaluations is a new series where we take a shorter-term look at some of the year's running shoe releases. We talk about the features of the shoe and give some short-term impressions. In this review we explore the latest release from Topo Athletics, the ST-6, their most minimal running shoe in the lineup.

The Monday Shakeout: Reflections on 2025 and Hopes for Footwear in 2026

The Monday Shakeout: Reflections on 2025 and Hopes for Footwear in 2026
By Matthew Klein

This week Matt talks about the big themes from 2025 in footwear and what he hopes for in 2026. While the footwear companies have already finished the designs of the footwear for 2026, there are lessons from 2025 that we hope both consumers and developers learn from. 

Inside Mizuno’s High Tech Future: 2026 Shoe Preview | DOR Podcast #271

   

 

Inside Mizuno’s High Tech Future: 2026 Shoe Preview
Doctors of Running Podcast, Episode 271

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. 

Best Affordable Running Shoes (December 2025)

The Best Affordable Running Shoes Right Now
By Bach Pham, Content Manager

There is an age old saying that the best thing about running is that you just need a pair of shoes. Well, the reality is that running shoes are expensive. That's just a fact no matter where you are. Especially as you get more and more into mileage, the cost of shoes and rotating shoes is starts adding up fast. There are a lot of ways to help navigate this though, and in this guide we offer a few strategies and get into some of the best finds available now.

Mizuno Hyperwarp Elite Review (2026)

Mizuno Hyperwarp Elite Review
By  David Salas & Andrea Myers

 

For December 2025, Mizuno is launching three brand new racing shoes. This lineup will be known as Hyperwarp. They are moving away from some of the dramatic geometries they have done in the past years and are now looking at going lighter and more responsive. The three new models are the Hyperwarp Pure, Hyperwarp Elite, and Hyperwarp Pro. The Hyperwarp Elite is the middle option of the three, and it is intended to be the marathon racing option. At 38mm of stack in the heel and a 5.8 ounce weight to boast, this is immediately competitive with other super shoes in the same category. 

ASICS Metaspeed Ray Review (2025)

ASICS Metaspeed Ray Review
By David Salas

 

Earlier this year, ASICS updated their performance Metaspeed lineup with three racing models. The Metaspeed line has the usual two suspects (Metaspeed Edge and Sky Tokyo), but introduced a brand new shoe to the lineup. The ASICS Metaspeed Ray is intended to be the most advanced and fastest option of the three. The Ray uses a brand new ATPU based midsole named FF Leap. Everything about this shoe is geared at being light, fast, and responsive for those wanting the fastest option on the market. 

Mizuno Wave Sky 9 Review (2025)

Mizuno Wave Sky 9 Review
By Bach Pham  

 

Mizuno went from a company that focused on consistency and soft changes year-to-year to being one of the most innovative companies in the shoe industry almost overnight. It feels like almost everything out of their lab has been about testing the limits. From the dramatic bevels in their racing models to their super high stack heights and sensations in the Neo series, we've reached a point where we have no idea what's in store when a new model hits the shelves. The Wave Sky 9 continues to test the limits on their innovation, featuring a big stack height and newly-tweaked Enerzy midsole.

Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure Review (2026)

Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure Review
By Andrea Myers and David Salas

 

In recent years, Mizuno has been pushing hard at their innovation. They are now debuting three, yes three, new racing models for 2026. The Hyperwarp line features unique experiences for all three models. The Pure is PEBA-based and is aggressive while being lightweight. The Elite is similar to the Pure, but with more stack height and a little more rocker. The Pro is the most familiar to what super shoes have felt like over the last few years and provides more guidance on foot. Below is our review of the Mizuno Hyperwarp Pure.    

Top Shoe Brand of the Year? Most Innovative Shoe? Biggest Disappointments? | DOR Podcast #270

  

 

Top Shoe Brand of the Year? Most Innovative Shoe? Biggest Disappointments?
Doctors of Running Podcast, Episode 270

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.

Adidas Supernova Solution 3 Review (2026)

Adidas Supernova Solution 3 Review
By Matthew Klein

 

The Adidas Supernova Solution 2 was an underrated favorite in 2025. A rare lightweight mild stability shoe with a PEBA mixed midsole that had the responsiveness to pick up the pace and the cushion to handle longer training miles. As I had not tried the original version, it was refreshing to know there was still hope for the light stability category and that Adidas was making an effort to create daily training shoes that didn't weigh a ton. When I saw the Solution 3, I was excited and nervous. Those feelings have been verified as it is a different shoe from prior models. While it is no longer a lightweight light stability trainer, it is a moderate stability daily training shoe that demonstrates Adidas's efforts to solidify its training line. 

Brooks Glycerin Max 2 Review (2025)

Brooks Glycerin Max 2 Review
By Matthew Klein and David Salas

 

The Brooks Glycerin Max was the first shoe from the company to truly jump into maximal stack heights. It divided our team, with some people loving it (Matt) and others finding it too soft (David). In a time when it seemed Brooks was behind on midsole foams, the Glycerin Max showed the company was ready to move forward. Although the upper fit was off (still suggest a half size up), it was a top shoe of the year in 2024. A year later, the Brooks Glycerin Max 2 returns as a completely redone shoe. While still featuring DNA Tuned in the midsole, the geometry, ride, fit and structure of the shoe has completely changed. The result is a far more rockered, snug and firmer ride that creates a more stable ride than its predecessor.