The game is This or That? No gray areas, no "it depends". Matt and David go back and forth on shoes, training, and more. They pit the soon-to-be-released Saucony Endorphin Speed 4 against a bevvy of competitors' shoes like the Boston 12 and Mach X. They debate easy runs vs. long runs, stretching post-run or not, running in the rain vs. running in the cold, and even more. Have a debate you'd like to hear? DM us on Instagram or email us at doctorsofrunningpodcast@gmail.com.

Chapters

0:00 - Intro & Olympic trials reactions
10:00 - Endorphin Speed 4 vs. Boston 12
17:40 - Endorphin Speed 4 vs. Mach X for long run workouts
21:24 - Non-plated long distance racer
26:38 - Easy long runs vs. long run workouts
29:14 - Stretching post workout
32:16 - Rocket X 2 vs. Cielo X 1
38:26 - Asics Nimbus vs. Cumulus
40:32 - Endorphin Speed 4 vs. Rebellion Flash 2
44:26 - Running in the cold vs. running in the rain
50:20 - Pacers or not during races
56:01 - Medial post vs. sidewalls/guide rails
1:01:18 - Pancakes vs. waffles
1:02:27 - Wrap-up

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#178 This or That, Vol. 2: Endorphin Speed 4 vs. Everything? Best Hoka Racer? Stretch When?? Pancakes vs. Waffles!?