SIX OF THE BEST

Beginner-friendly shoes well worth a look

01 ADIDAS SUPERNOVA+

£100, adidas.co.uk

Weight: 314g (m), 285g (w) Aimed at beginner runners, these are responsive shoes designed to keep you comfortable from your first mile to your first race. The front of the midsole contains the brand’s Boost foam, offering excellent cushioning, while the mesh upper provides support and ventilation where you need it most.

02

ASICS GEL-EXCITE 8

£70, asics.com

Weight: 280g (m), 230g (w) Offers excellent comfort, whether you’re running a few miles, or errands around town. This model features strategically placed gel inserts in the heel to reduce impact when the foot hits the ground, a lightweight midsole and plush insole to offer a smooth feeling on the run.

03

REEBOK FLOATRIDE ENERGY 3

£75, reebok.co.uk

Weight: 241g (m), 201g (w) The breathable upper helps keep An impressive, all-purpose, your feet cool, while the carbon good-value running shoe, which rubber outsole is long-lasting features a lightweight midsole and provides reliable grip for all for a smooth, responsive ride. weather conditions and surfaces.

04

HOKA RINCON 3

£105, hoka.com

Weight: 258g (m), 210g (w) With a big hit of midsole cushioning delivering a soft-yetstable landing in an incredibly lightweight package, the Rincon offers supreme comfort straight out of the box. It performs equally well on shorter, faster runs and longer, slower efforts, and scooped the Best Value award in our recent shoe guide.

05

NIKE AIR ZOOM PEGASUS 38

£109.95, nike.com

Weight: 261g (m), 252g (w)

This classic workhorse is now in its 38th iteration, which gives you an idea of its pedigree. Nike’s React foam offers a springy feel and an Air unit in the midsole makes for an even bouncier ride. The forefoot is wider for more space for your toes, while the upper, with its breathable mesh, is big on comfort.

06

NEW BALANCE FRESH FOAM 680V7

£80, newbalance.co.uk

Weight: 270g (m), 226g (w) An ideal choice for anyone starting out in running. The Fresh Foam midsole is designed to deliver a well-cushioned, soft-feeling ride and contains a firmer, moulded insert for extra pronation support. The breathable mesh upper is seamless for a comfortable fit.