Shoes
Shoes are tools. Match the shoe to the work.
The goal is not more shoes.The goal is the right tool for the session.
Daily Volume
Easy / Regulation
Most weekly running happens here, so the shoe should support durability and rhythm.
Best for
- Easy runs
- Regulation runs
- Recovery days
- General volume
- Protection
- Stable platform
- Durability
- Comfort over time
- On Cloudmonster
- Brooks Adrenaline
- Similar daily trainers with protection and stability
Aerobic Density
Threshold
Threshold work needs efficiency and rhythm without becoming too aggressive.
Best for
- Threshold sessions
- Steady aerobic work
- Longer controlled efforts
- Lighter feel
- Responsive transition
- Enough structure to stay composed
- Saucony Endorphin Speed
- Similar tempo-oriented trainers
Competition
Race / Sharpening
Used sparingly when the work calls for maximum efficiency.
Best for
- Race day
- Controlled sharpening
- Occasional specific efforts
- High efficiency
- Mechanical assistance
- Limited use outside key sessions
- Nike Alphafly
- Similar carbon-plated race shoes
System
They need a clear reason for each one.
Rotation
A small rotation changes load patterns and extends the life of the shoes.
- 1One easy-day shoe
- 2One threshold shoe
- 3One race shoe (optional)
They need a clear reason for each one.