Doctors of Running Podcast

The Carbon X2 was designed to help break the 100K world record. We dive into our testing experience and then the science behind this shoe...and there is a lot of it. Also find out which childhood snack this shoe reminds us of.

The beloved Kinvara gets a big update! Check our our team’s thoughts on this lightweight trainer and speed day shoe!

The roundtable today is all about the premium stability trainer by Saucony -- the Hurricane 23. For lovers of the bouncy but heavy PWRUN+ foam who like some moderate-maximal stability, this may be a great option. Plus find out which National Park this shoe reminds us of.

Time for 2021! In this episode we recap 2020 for DOR and some personal goals that we met. We then shift to our hopes for 2021. Next we transition to some long term reviews for shoes we have over 100 miles in. And finally we dig into the “hierarchy of evidence” and how that informs how we make, and how you should interpret, our recommendations.

In this episode our team breaks down their favorite shoes from 2020...with some side stepping into training and footwear science related topics.  We hit our favorite trainers, most versatile shoes, trail picks, and ultimately our picks for overall shoe of the year. 

Phil Anthony joins the Roundtable and give the ultimate sneak peek into the future of 361. After a quiet 2020 when COVID gave them a chance to step back and reassess, they’re moving forward with new technology, foam, and of course, their crack at the super shoe. The YouTube video has visuals of many shoes that have never been seen by the public.

Today we take a look at one of the first completely plant based shoes -- the Reebok Forever Floatride Grow. We discuss how this shoe, which has the goal of maintaining performance while decreasing a carbon footprint, stacks up against other trainers and if it is a viable option for casual and serious runners. Plus we compare it to a vegetable, so that's fun. 

We had the privilege of sitting down with Global Product Line Manager for ASICS, Chad Mullavey. He helps break down so many of the changes we've seen in ASICS over the last 1-2 years and gives a glimpse into the future as well. If you thought 2020 ASICS was fun...sounds like you will be thrilled with 2021 ASICS.

Today we revisit the topic of trends in the area of stability built into running shoes and answer some of your questions that were posed on our media outlets! Topics include people with two different foot types, how carbon plated shoes have integrated stability, and more.

Believe in the Run has created community during a year where social isolation is a reality and many races were cancelled. Learn about the founder of BITR, the success of GRIT, and what each of our favorite “racing stack” is from 2020. Listen to learn more about that term — Thomas gets credit for coining it.

In this episode we take a look at the history of "stability" in running shoe development and the current trends we are seeing in the industry. We also helps break down what the research is showing regarding stability and how that aligns or diverges with what we see in footwear development. 

This was a really fun interview. Chad Holt of Saucony joins us to recap the fantastic year that Saucony had with releasing the Endorphin line as well as putting out some stellar updates. After that, he gives insight into the future of what Saucony is planning to put out. Plus, we all give our pick for best Saucony shoe for 2020!

We were honored to have Jamison Michael join us on the podcast. This episode dives into the deeper things of running like community and the good that can come from it. You will hear how Jami got his start in reviewing, his passions, what "elite jogging" really is, and finally more about his Make ASICS Great Again movement. We also make our 2020 picks for the best (or most seemingly excited for Dav...

In this episode we dive into many shoe and running related topics with the very wise and experienced Sam Winebaum. You will hear the origin story of RoadTrailRun.com, hear a discussion on the footwear industry (and what is being missed), outsole impact, toe box and fit, and finally each of our picks for trainer fo the year. Sam and his team do a phenomenal job reviewing shoes and other running gea...

Skechers has been rolling out their "+" models throughout 2020, and this may have been the most anticipated shoe to receive the "+" treatment. The Skechers Razor 3 is an award-winning shoe that has kept its character but did receive some updates. Mainly this update consists of a new, more accommodating upper material and the transition to a more durable and grippy Goodyear rubber outsole with some...

In this episode, David and Matt break down the Alphafly Next% and compare it to all of the members of the Vaporfly family. 

Shechers has been rolling out their "+" treatment models in 2020, the latest of which is the MaxRoad 4+. This shoe gets a massive upper overhaul and gets Goodyear rubber placed on the outsole for improved durability. In this episode, our team breaks down the mechanics of this shoe and reports on our testing experience.

Today the Doctors of Running team reviews the Saucony Triumph 18, a premium daily trainer that released August 2020. This shoe features a robust midsole that has a surprising amount of bounce and pop to it. The team also compares the shoe to a current NBA playoff team.

In this roundtable we dig into the new Reebok Symmetros. This is a huge step forward for Reebok in terms of the geometry of a running shoe midsole, which produces a smooth, fun, and versatile trainer that can easily handle long runs and some workouts. If you like the Floatride Energy, look out, this has a lot of the same character with just a bit more Floatride Energy foam underneath and a smoothe...

Believe it or not, but Reebok is putting out some of the best daily trainers out there these days. In this episode we welcome Casey McCombs of Reebok to break down the current line-up of killer daily trainers from Reebok and we discuss the vision behind all the technology put into their shoes. Also, get a sneak peak into the future of Reebok in the world of run specialty and some shoes coming from...

Welcome to our mini series on Run Basics. This is going to be short (typically 5-10 minute) segments on some basic information related to running. This will include Info on running related injuries, training tips/errors, shoe basics, and more. This episode goes a little deeper into the potential training error of lack of rest days or cross training. This episode utilizes a visual analogy of a pape...

The Doctors of Running team reviews the Mizuno Wave Sky 4 with help from Mizuno Running Product Manager Tina Danforth. Tina gives insider information regarding the new Mizuno ENERZY foam, how it was integrated into the Wave Sky 4, as well as a look into the near future for Mizuno. The interview with Tina starts off the episode with it switching to the Doctors of Running Rountable Review around 30...

Today Matt interviews a hero of many in the footwear industry, Simon Bartold. Simon is the founder of Bartold Clinical and has had major influence in companies like Salomon, Asics, and more. They discuss many intricate topics within the running footwear industry and discuss the questions that people aren't asking when it comes to much of the innovation occurring in running shoes.

Welcome to our mini series on Run Basics. This is going to be short (typically 5-10 minute) segments on some basic information related to running. This will include Info on running related injuries, training tips/errors, shoe basics, and more. This episode goes a little deeper into the potential training error of changing your running form. This episode challenges runners to carefully consider wha...

This episode is centered all around the Newton Fate 6, a new release of what many consider the "introductory shoe" to the Newton Line. Joining us on the podcast are Jerry Lee (Newton's CEO), Matt Lee (COO), and Laura Tingle (Product Manager). The first half of this podcast (until 38 minutes) is an exclusive interview where the Newton staff detail the philosophy, development, and technology of Newt...