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In this guide, we discuss why proper recovery is an important condition for your running progress, what features good recovery shoes should have, why orthotics are good for recovery and injury prevention. The Physiology: Why Rest Isn't Enough When you run, your feet absorb force equivalent to several times your body weight. This stress causes micro-tears in your muscles and fascia (even standing for long periods creates a similar fatigue). Some might think that walking around barefoot or in flat …

In this quick overview, we’ve broken down the features of the New Balance 1080 v15 and updates to the 1080 v14 to give you everything you need to know about this max-cushion daily trainer and whether you need to upgrade. New Balance 1080 v15 Specs Weight: 9.2 oz (men’s 9) / 7.3 oz (women’s 8) Stack: 40 mm / 34 mm Drop: 6 mm Midsole: Infinion (Supercritical TPEE/EVA blend) Upper: Engineered double-layer mesh with a contoured fit Outsole: Strategic rubber placem …

Giving socks as a gift usually feels… safe. Boring, even. It’s the backup plan when you don’t know what else to get. But in the runner’s world? Performance running socks are arguably the best gift you can give. You might be thinking about buying them running shoes. It seems like the "big" gesture. But unless you know their exact biomechanics, buying shoes is a minefield. You’re guessing on too many things. Socks, on the other hand? They are just as crucial to a goo …

Remember that feeling? Sitting on the floor, shaking a wrapped box, trying to guess what’s inside? The anticipation was half the fun. Somewhere along the line, we grew up. We started making shopping lists, buying exactly what we needed. Boring. But who says kids get to have all the fun? At RunUnited, we believe your running routine requires discipline, but buying your gear shouldn't be boring. It’s time to bring a little mystery back with the exclusive RunUnited Blind Boxes. A Blind …

When winter comes, the days get shorter, and the sun sets before we’re done with our day. If you’re running before work or after hours, you’re likely running in the dark. So, how much and which reflective gear in particular do you actually need to stay visible and safe? Before we touch on the gear, here’s a quick advice: adopt an "invisible pedestrian" mindset. Assume drivers can't see you, no matter what you're wearing. Even the brightest neon can't compete with a distra …

In this post, we’re comparing two good daily running shoes - the Saucony Ride 18 and Brooks Ghost 17. Specs: Saucony Ride 18 Category: Neutral Daily Trainer Weight: 9.1 oz (M), 8.0 oz (W) Drop: 8mm Stack: 35mm / 27mm Cushioning: Balanced, Responsive Price: $145 Brooks Ghost 17 Category: Neutral Daily Trainer Weight: 10.1 oz (M), 9.0 oz (W) Drop: 10mm Stack: 36mm / 26mm Cushioning: Balanced, Plush Price: $150 Series Overview Saucony Ride: Traditionally known as a wor …

Here, we briefly compare two popular Brooks overpronation running shoes - Adrenaline GTS vs Glycerin GTS. Specs: Brooks Adrenaline GTS 25 Category: Moderate Stability Daily Trainer Weight: 10.6 oz (M), 9.5 oz (W) Drop: 10mm Stack: 37mm / 27mm Cushioning: Balanced Price: $155 Brooks Glycerin GTS 22 Category: Max-Cushion Stability Shoe Weight: 10.7 oz (M), 9.4 oz (W) Drop: 10mm Stack: 39mm / 29mm Cushioning: Plush Price: $165 Adrenaline vs. Glycerin Both shoes are part of B …

When you're getting ready for one of the funniest runs of the year, you have a choice. Some people go all out with funny Turkey Trot costumes, while others see the run as a chance to test their limits, which calls for a more practical outfit. The biggest challenge here is figuring out what outfit would work best for the weather, as it can be pretty chilly or change a lot during the day. To help out new runners, I've put together this guide on what to wear for a Turkey Trot. What’s a Turkey …

In this post, we discuss how stability neutral shoes differ from true stability running shoes as well as provide best running shoes in this category. What is stable neutral shoes Essentially, stable neutral running shoes are neutral shoes with features that make them more stable. Those features aren’t traditional corrective components like medial posts and wedges; instead, stability is achieved through geometric design features.  This category emerged to fill the gap in the market whe …

Brooks has just released its Defyance Max shoe, which is basically a rebrand of the original Ghost Max, with a few tweaks. If you were a fan of the Ghost Max 1, you'll probably like this one too, since it brings back a lot of what made that shoe popular. This strategy isn’t uncommon. Not only fans get the chance to buy their favorite discontinued model; it allows brands to reuse popular midsoles and outsoles, saving on development costs and passing some of those savings to customers. Now, …