Doctors of Running Podcast

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  #311 Mailbag! Do Height and Weight Influence Shoes? Tempus 2 Replacement? Drawbacks to Having Only One Shoe? 16.09.2026 50min

  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 [email protected]!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.comChapters 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
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  #310 We Rank Our 5 Performance Trainers: Does Fit Matter More than Midsoles? 09.09.2026 1t 6min

  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.comChapters0:00 - Intro6:58 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs37:58 - Ranking five shoes by fit39:46 - #544:18 - #445:58 - #350:34 - #255:06 - #158:10 - How do fit and performance work together?1:05:24 - Wrap-up
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  #309 Are Chinese Shoes Taking Over? Is Kejelcha Greatest All-Time? Biggest Shoe Surprise of 2026? | Group Chat 02.09.2026 1t 9min

  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.comChapters0:00 - Intro0:43 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs32:24 - 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
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  #308 Mailbag! Understanding Your Running Form, Road Shoes for Knee Pain, Altra Vanish Carbon 2 First Thoughts 26.08.2026 1t 3min

  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 [email protected]!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.comChapters 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
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  #307 Nike Pegasus Plus 2 First Thoughts + Matt and Andrea Debate the Summer's Best New Releases 20.08.2026 1t 12min

  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 [email protected]!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.comChapters0:00 - Intro2:14 - Nike Pegasus Plus 2 first thoughts7:22 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs21:10 - Buy or Sell: the SC Elite v6 is the best super shoe New Balance has ever made30:28 - The Clifton Pro is the best Clifton35:20 - The Specter 3 is Topo's best shoe41:46 - The Specter Elite is better than the On Cloudmonster 3 Hyper for the marathon45:14 - ATPU is better than PEBA49:30 - Rockers are specific to certain foot strikes1:02:16 - The SC Rebel should replace the Rebel1:10:08 - Wrap-up
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  #306 Why You Shouldn’t Sleep on Topo Athletics: Brand Breakdown 12.08.2026 1t 14min

  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.comChapters:0:00 - Intro2:04 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs20:50 - A history of Topo Athletic30:22 - Topo Phantom 4 & Atmos 234:36 - Ultrafly 6 & Aura44:34 - Cyclone 2, Specter 3, Specter Elite56:40 - Trail models1:10:44 - Minimalist shoes1:13:22 - Wrap-up
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  #305 We Debate Footstrike Myths! 05.08.2026 1t 9min

  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.comChapters0:00 - Intro1:01 - Reacting to Josh Kerr's new mile world record11:32 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs25:20 - A primer on footstrike35:30 - How footstrike influences injury risk39:36 - Myth: most/all elite runners are mid/forefoot strikers42:20 - Myth: forefoot strike is more efficient47:38 - Myth: changing your footstrike is an easy fix for pain reduction52:04 - Myth: footstrike never changes55:40 - How footstrike can influence shoe choice1:06:30 - Wrap-up
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  #304 Mailbag! New Balance SC Rebel vs. Elite v6? Difference Between Rockers and Toe-Spring? Do I Need Flexible AND Rockered Shoe? 29.07.2026 57min

  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 [email protected]!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.comChapters0:00 - Intro2:46 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs9:54 - Thoughts on the New Balance SC Rebel15:32 - New Balance SC Elite v621:32 - Do shoes age when stored without being worn?24:00 - Good all-around, all-terrain "safe" shoes26:34 - The difference between forefoot rockers and toe-spring, and their biomechanical effects34:50 - 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 stability53:04 - Best shoes with arch support56:14 - Wrap-up
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  #303 2026 Daily Trainers Go Head-to-Head in Our World Cup!! 22.07.2026 1t 19min

  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 [email protected] 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.comChapters0:00 - Intro2:42 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs22:14 - Daily trainers: a bracket face-off24:40 - #1 Asics Novablast vs. #16 Diadora Cellula28:30 - #2 Hoka Clifton vs. #15 Mount to Coast R133:00 - #3 Saucony Ride vs. #14 Altra Experience Flow37:16 - #4 New Balance 1080 vs. #13 Topo Phantom 441:56 - #5 Nike Pegasus vs. #12 Adidas Supernova Rise47:50 - #6 Brooks Ghost vs. #11 Skechers AeroBurst53:12 - #7 Mizuno Waverider vs. #10 Puma Velocity Nitro56:30 - #8 On Cloudsurfer vs. #9 Salomon Aeroglide1:01:11 - Quarterfinals1:07:54 - Semifinals1:12:44 - The Final1:18:52 - Wrap-up
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  #302 Buy or Sell: Changing Legacy Shoes? Brands Making Variants of a Favorite Shoe? Specialty Racing Shoe Uppers? 15.07.2026 1t 7min

  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 [email protected]!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.comChapters0:00 - Intro3:50 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs21:50 - Buy or Sell: Making multiple variants of the same shoe28:18 - Specialty uppers on existing shoes33:15 - Uppers are more important than midsoles36:16 - Creating new shoe models out of popular shoe lines44:47 - Dramatically changing a long-standing shoe51:08 - Mailbag: what causes black toenails?56:14 - Racing shoes to help with SI joint pain1:06:22 - Wrap-up
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  #301 Fact or Fiction? You Can Adjust to Any Shoe? Cooldowns are Important? 40+ Mile Weeks are Needed for Marathons? 08.07.2026 54min

  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.comChapters0:00 - Intro1:56 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs19:52 - Fact or Fiction: You can adjust to running in a shoe with an uncomfortable drop25:34 - Having a cooldown is important30:28 - Gait analysis is key to becoming a better athlete34:28 - You need to run at least twice a week to see a benefit37:44 - You should re-tie your shoes after every run40:52 - Running builds muscle42:32 - You need to run at least 40mi per week to finish a marathon49:06 - Shorter runs where you don't stop are better than walk/run intervals52:18 - Wrap-up
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  #300 The Best Shoes We Tested So Far in 2026 (Episode 300!) 01.07.2026 1t 16min

  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 [email protected] 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.comChapters0:00 - Intro1:19 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs15:52 - Categorizing our top shoes of 2026 so far19:36 - Top Daily Trainer29:02 - Top stability/stable neutral40:52 - Top performance trainers53:20 - Top racing shoes1:06:56 - Top strength training & trail shoes1:14:32 - Wrap-up
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  #299 Mailbag! Top Stable Neutral Shoes of 2026? Shoes for Bunions? 24.06.2026 1t 2min

  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.comChapters0:00 - Intro1:30 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs22:18 - Current favorite stable neutral shoes30:22 - Running & walking shoes for dealing with bunions41:12 - Trail stability shoes49:52 - Does compression help tendinopathies?1:00:32 - Wrap-up
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  #298 Ranking Our Top 5 Favorite Max Cushion Shoes of All-Time 17.06.2026 50min

  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 [email protected]!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.comChapters0:00 - Intro2:42 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs17:39 - #5 Max Cushion Shoe24:02 - #429:43 - #336:10 - #242:48 - #1 Max Cushion Shoe of all time49:10 - Wrap-up
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  #297 This or That? Choosing Between High End vs. Mid Tier Shoes 10.06.2026 1t

  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.comChapters0:00 - Intro0:31 - Rabbit X DOR gear!3:29 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs23:24 - This or That: Asics Novablast 6 or Superblast 3?34:12 - Brooks Glycerin 23 or Glycerin Max 239:06 - Saucony Ride 19 or Paramount Max44:36 - Triumph 24 or Paramount Max48:40 - Hoka Clifton 10 or Hoka Skyward X 251:24 - Puma Velocity Nitro 4 or Magmax 254:30 - On Cloudmonster 3 or Cloudmonster 3 Hyper1:00:08 - Wrap-up
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  #296 Mailbag! Best Light Trainers? High Drop Alternatives? + Introducing Our New Rabbit x DOR Merch!! 03.06.2026 1t 3min

  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.comChapters0:00 - Intro2:16 - David's rehab after Boston12:04 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs27:46 - Replacements for the Brooks Hyperion 233:50 - Shoe suggestions for dealing with Achilles Tendinopathy38:34 - Alternatives to high-drop shoes45:42 - Favorite road-to-trail shoes49:26 - Dealing with medial knee OA54:48 - Lightweight daily trainer/non-plated super shoes suggestions1:02:06 - Wrap-up
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  #295 Rethinking How We Categorize Shoes 27.05.2026 1t 2min

  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 [email protected] 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.comChapters 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
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  #294 Fact or Fiction: Soft Shoes Reduce Injury Risks? High Arches Means You Need Arch Support? Skipping Warmups is Bad? 20.05.2026 1t 4min

  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.comChapters0:00 - Intro2:14 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs13:00 - Thoughts on Brooks shoes & perceived midsole softness25:08 - Fact or Fiction? You should stretch before running31:00 - Compression socks are good for foot movement and muscles33:18 - Putting a treadmill at 1% incline will emulate road running39:16 - Most overtraining injuries come down to nutrition45:56 - Speedwork is still good to do for senior runners47:40 - Having high arches means you need arch support & people with flat feet need barefoot shoes53:44 - Skipping warmup & cooldown increases injury risk58:14 - Running with a soft landing makes you more efficient & reduces injury risk
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  #293 David’s Boston Marathon Recap, New Brooks and Saucony Shoes 13.05.2026 1t 39min

  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.comChapters0:00 - Intro4:18 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs9:42 - Brooks Hyperion Max 413:28 - Saucony Triumph 2421:16 - Saucony Hurricane 2624:58 - Upcoming trail shoes28:28 - Under Armour Velocity Distance30:52 - Brooks Ghost 1834:00 - Should new runners start with budget shoes?39:40 - Saucony Endorphin Elite 3 race review46:14 - Adidas Terrex Agravic 449:08 - David's Boston recap: weekend leading to the race1:07:44 - Boston Marathon Monday1:21:42 - Post-race1:28:22 - Wrap-up
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  #292 Between Two Feet: Superblast 3, Deviate Nitro Elite 4 and the Benefits of Super Shoe Diversity 06.05.2026 1t 5min

  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.comChapters:0:00 - Intro0:46 - In for Testing: Powered by Skratch Labs18:14 - ASICS Superblast 326:44 - Foam softness & sole flare37:42 - Puma Deviate Nitro Elite 445:58 - The benefit of brands diversifying their racing shoe lineups55:41 - On Cloudmoster 3 Hyper1:04:02 - Wrap-up