Marathon Handbook Podcast The Best Running Shoes of 2025: Our Official Winners & Big Surprises
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Nov 27, 2025 Dive into the exciting world of running shoes as the hosts reveal the best of 2025! Discover the Best New Shoe, Asics Megablast, and the standout Nike Vomero 18 for daily training. Delve into the surprising win of Hoka Arahi for stability and the game-changing Puma Fast-R Nitro Elite 3, crowned Shoe of the Year. Enjoy playful debates on shoe brands and hear thrilling race stories from Philadelphia. Get a sneak peek into upcoming innovations and trends in the running shoe market!
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Pace Conservatively Then Reassess
- Start your marathon at a slightly conservative pace based on your half-marathon fitness, then adjust later if you feel strong.
- Reassess around halfway and pick up the pace only if you feel comfortable to avoid burning out early.
Use Your Best Tune-Up To Guide Goals
- Trust your best recent performances and use them to fuel confidence, but temper ambition with pacing strategy.
- If your goal is sub-4, aim for it rather than hedging, but plan to run even or slightly negative splits.
Missing The Runner While Spectating
- Michael Doyle describes repeatedly missing Alex Cyr at Philly spectators spots while trying to catch him during the race.
- A fan recognized Michael and confirmed the small-world feel of meeting listeners on race day.
